🏛️ Structure of Maine State Government
Executive Branch
Led by the Governor (currently Janet Mills).
Other elected officials: Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer, and State Auditor (all selected by the Legislature).
Governor's Office Website
Legislative Branch
Maine State Legislature: Bicameral system with the House of Representatives (151 members) and the Senate (35 members).
Maine House of Representatives Website
Maine State Senate Website
Judicial Branch
Led by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, with Superior and District Courts.
Maine Judicial Branch Website
🗳️ Elections and Voter Information
Maine Secretary of State (Elections Division): Oversees voter registration, election integrity, and candidate filings.
Register to Vote
Elections & Voting Info
Maine Voter Guide: Comprehensive guides for state and local elections.
Voter Guide Portal
📊 Key Political Issues in Maine
Climate Change and Coastal Resilience
Affordable Housing and Urban Development
Education Funding and Workforce Development
Access to Healthcare, Especially in Rural Areas
Renewable Energy and Sustainable Forestry
Fisheries Management and Ocean Conservation
🤝 Civic Engagement & Grassroots Activism
League of Women Voters of Maine: Promotes informed and active civic participation.
Maine Conservation Alliance: Advocates for environmental policy and sustainability.
Maine Equal Justice: Focused on economic and social justice advocacy.
📰 Stay Informed
Bangor Daily News: Covers statewide politics and policy issues.
Portland Press Herald: Offers in-depth reporting on Maine government and issues.
Maine Public: Nonprofit news focused on state and local issues.
📚 Educational Resources
Maine State Archives: Provides access to government and historical records.
Maine State Archives Website
BallotPedia Maine: Neutral, fact-checked information on elections and policy.
Ballotpedia Maine
📱 Useful Tools and Apps
Countable: Follow legislation and contact your representatives.
CivicEngage: Portal for community-level civic information.