BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 1 (TNSgov) -- GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders issued the following news release on March 31, 2023: Yesterday the Rhode Island Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony in support of S 0121, a bill that will streamline the process for confirmatory adoption and make it more accessible for LGBTQ+ parents to ensure security for their families through adoption. A companion bill, H 5226, was heard in the House Judiciary Committee earlier this month. While Rhode Isla  more

ORONO, Maine, April 1 -- The University of Maine System issued the following news release: The New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), the organization that performs peer evaluation and accreditation of public and private universities and colleges in the United States, released its positive report from a multi-year study of the University of Maine System. In its report, the Commission found the System to be in compliance with the Standards of Accreditation and commended UMS for its  more

MONTPELIER, Vermont, April 1 (TNSper) -- Gov. Phil Scott, R-Vermont, issued the following news release on March 31, 2023: Governor Phil Scott today announced he's appointed 85 individuals to State boards and commissions this month. Boards and commissions serve an important role in state government, giving Vermonters numerous opportunities to serve their state and communities. The Governor's office is currently soliciting applications to fill vacancies and upcoming term expirations. Appointm  more