 131st Maine Legislature Adjourns
The Second Regular Session of the 131st Maine Legislature adjourned Friday, May 10, 2024. Emergency Legislation goes into effect the moment the Governor signs the bill. All other laws passed in the Second Regular Session of the 131st Legislature will go into effect Friday, August 9, 2024.
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National Police Week
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation that designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. National Police Week is a time to support law enforcement communities while honoring officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
This year, National Police Week is
May 12 through May 18, 2024.
Members of Law Enforcement stand at attention at a ceremony held in Augusta.
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Maine Legislative Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Maine Legislature annually recognizes one student from each county who is currently pursuing or planning to pursue education at a two- or four-year degree-granting Maine college or technical school. Awards are given to Maine resident high school seniors or full- or part-time postsecondary students accepted to or enrolled in accredited Maine colleges for graduate or undergraduate degrees.
The 2024-2025 application cycle is now open. Due to the 2024-2025 FAFSA processing delay, the deadline to apply has been extended from May 1, 2024 to June 1, 2024.*
For more information follow this link: https://www.famemaine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-2025-Maine-Legislative-Memorial-Scholarship-Fund-Application-DEADLINE-jUNE-1.pdf
Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future
May 19-25 marks the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week. It's a time to show our gratitude toward EMTs and paramedics who provide lifesaving care across the nation every day. EMS Week is also a time to educate the public about EMS, and the essential service we provide to communities.
This year’s theme is “Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future.” NAEMT partners with the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) on EMS Week to encourage the nationwide recognition of EMS Week and contributions of EMS professionals.
EMS Week celebrates the paramedics, EMTs and other EMS professionals who work diligently to care for their patients and serve their communities in times of crisis.
2024 Lewiston Auburn Regional Legislative Breakfast May 20
The Maine State Chamber’s annual Regional Business Breakfasts bring “the State Chamber to your region,” enabling us to hear first-hand about the concerns of each region’s local business, as well as providing an opportunity to present the latest public policy information that employers need to know. We hope you will join the State Chamber and the LA Chamber for this update. Light breakfast, coffee and juice will be served. There is no cost to attend, but we do ask that you please register at: https://web.mainechamber.org/events?oe=true
Kick Off the 2024 ATV Season in Bangor
at the Maine ATV • UTV Expo!
Jumpstart the 2024 ATV season by attending the inaugural Maine ATV • UTV Expo! Meet with your favorite off-road manufacturers and dealers, check out the latest ATVs, UTVs and SXS, and learn from industry experts. Join one of the many local ATV Clubs to show support for the sport. This is your ultimate opportunity to meet and talk with the most knowledgeable people in the off-road industry. From May 17th thru the 19th, the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor is THE place for trail-riding enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Save the date and we'll see you there!
Friday 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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