WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Heinrich Leads Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day * U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) led the introduction of a bipartisan and bicameral resolution to recognize the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples' Day, celebrating the rich histories, unique cultures, and lasting contributions of Indigenous Peoples across the United States.  The resolution also suppo  more

AUGUSTA, Maine, Oct. 15 -- The Maine Senate Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Maine State Sen. Joe Baldacci, D-Bangor: * * * Sen. Baldacci earns perfect score from Maine AFL-CIO for voting record supporting working families Sen. Joe Baldacci, D-Bangor, received a perfect score in the Maine AFL-CIO's 2025 Legislative Scorecard for his voting record to promote fair wages, ensure safe work environments and support working families. Sen. Baldacci was one of 17 senators to earn a pe  more

AUGUSTA, Maine, Oct. 15 -- The Maine Senate Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Maine State Sen. Mark Lawrence, D-Eliot: * * * Senate chair of Legislature's energy committee releases statement opposing CMP rate hikes Today, Sen. Mark Lawrence, D-Eliot, the Senate chair of the Legislature's Energy, Utilities and Technology Committee, released the following statement ahead of the Public Utilities Commission's first public hearing regarding CMP rate changes. "Mainers just trying to  more