Forced March in 11th Hour: Maine Tensions Flare in House Over Late-Nights and Weekend Sessions

Forced March in 11th Hour: Maine Tensions Flare in House Over Late-Nights and Weekend Sessions

Tensions are escalating in the Maine House of Representatives as minority Republicans push back against majority Democrats’ threats of extended work hours, including weekend sessions, to complete the legislative session. With the 132nd Legislature nearing its close, the House has already logged a grueling 25-hours combined on Monday and Tuesday, excluding lawmakers’ travel time to [...] The post Forced March in 11th Hour: Maine Tensions Flare in…