Landmark Legislation

Protecting Maine's Beautiful Environment

Preserving Our Night Sky and Cutting Light Pollution

LD 567: An Act to Designate Dark Sky Week

LD 1934: An Act to Promote Responsible Outdoor Lighting

The Impact: Maine boasts some of the last remaining truly dark night skies in the eastern United States. This pioneer legislation reduces harmful light pollution by establishing statewide Dark Sky awareness and promoting responsible, energy-efficient outdoor lighting practices. By protecting our night sky, this initiative safeguards local ecosystems, supports eco-tourism, reduces energy waste, and preserves a cherished part of Maine's natural heritage for generations to come.

Investing in Maine's Healthy Soils and Our Agricultural Future

Confronting PFAS Contamination Head-On

Managing Our Waste and Protecting our Wetlands

Standing Up to Fossil Fuels

Fostering Public Health and Human Services

Protecting Students from Sexual Misconduct on College Campuses

LD 1727: An Act Concerning Sexual Misconduct on College Campuses  

Protecting and Expanding Reproductive Freedom

LD 1619: An Act to Improve Maine's Reproductive Privacy Laws

Saving Lives Through Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention

LD 1364: Resolve, to Study Harm Reduction Health Centers

LD 1078: An Act to Increase Access to Hypodermic Apparatus Exchange Programs

Guaranteeing Emergency Access to Critical Maintenance Medications

LD 1776: An Act To Allow Pharmacists To Dispense an Emergency Supply of Chronic Maintenance Drugs

Improving Access to Mental Health and Psychiatric Services

LD 2083: Resolve, Directing DHHS to Study Timely Access to Psychiatric Medication Management Services