AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHealth Care: Maine hospitals, including Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, sued the federal government to block changes to the 340B drug discount program, warning that a rebate system could strain safety-net providers. Senate Race: A Washington Post-Schar School poll put Democrat Troy Jackson ahead of Susan Collins, 50% to 46%, within the margin of error. Maine also leads the nation in Senate ad spending per voting-age resident, at about $167. Heating Aid: Maine is set to receive $36.7 million in federal fuel assistance, with another $1.4 million for Wabanaki Nations, as heating oil prices remain sharply higher than last year. Local Government: Madawaska Town Manager David Daigle resigned rather than face a public hearing over the $15,000 budget overrun at Northern Maine Summerfest. State Oversight: Maine’s attorney general’s office accidentally shared sensitive information from pending cases with media outlets. Rural Economy: The Maine Development Foundation launched a pilot to help four rural communities address economic challenges tied to mill closures and supply-chain disruptions.
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