Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag Maine Democrats pass $11.3B budget, avoiding shutdown but facing GOP criticism over funding.

flag Maine Democrats have passed an $11.3 billion state budget without Republican support, avoiding a government shutdown. flag The budget maintains current funding levels for most programs and includes a 1.95% cost-of-living adjustment for direct care workers while preserving free community college. flag However, it does not fully fund MaineCare for the second year, leading to controversy. flag Republicans criticize the budget for ignoring their input and overspending. flag The budget aims to ensure hospitals are paid by July 1.

30 Articles