Anti-Abortion “Fetal Personhood” Bill Fails in Legislature
Augusta – A “fetal personhood” bill that would have established a fetus as a separate and distinct person from the woman who carries it will not become law.
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ACLU Files Suit Against Trump Election Commission
Washington - The ACLU today filed a federal lawsuit over the lack of transparency by President Trump’s election commission.
ACLU of Maine Statement on Trump Administration Effort to Gather Details About Every U.S. Voter
Update: On July 3, Secretary Dunlap responded to Secretary Kobach's request with a letter refusing the release of information about Maine voters.
ACLU Statement on Governor’s Promise to Force Government Shutdown
Augusta – The ACLU of Maine released the following statement after Gov. LePage stated he intends to wait 10 days to veto any budget passed by the bipartisan legislature that includes tax increases.
In Significant Victory for Criminal Justice Reform, Senate and House Both Support End to Automatic License Suspensions for Unpaid Fines
Augusta – In a significant victory for smart criminal justice reform, the Maine Senate today followed the House in voting in favor of LD 1190, “An Act Regarding Driver’s License Suspensions for Nondriving-related Violations.” The bill, sponsored by Rep.
House Votes to End Automatic License Suspensions for Unpaid Fines
Augusta – The Maine House last night voted in favor of LD 1190, “An Act Regarding Driver’s License Suspensions for Nondriving-related Violations." The bill, sponsored by Rep.