Lisa Keim Archives - Bangor Daily News

Lawmakers critical of Lewiston shooting investigation consider their own review

by Billy Kobin November 21, 2023November 22, 2023

The seven-member commission, which met for the first time Monday, includes current and former attorneys, judges, prosecutors and medical leaders.

A Paul LePage veto and bipartisan talks led to Maine’s ‘yellow flag’ gun law

by Michael Shepherd November 20, 2023December 6, 2023

Maine lawmakers met to discuss oversight of guardianships after eight unexplained deaths of adults within the system.

Lawmakers eye tighter oversight on guardianships

by Samantha Hogan, Maine Monitor October 30, 2023November 16, 2023

Big Tech’s role in Maine’s next debate over online privacy

by Michael Shepherd October 13, 2023October 13, 2023

In response to the guardianship deaths Maine lawmakers are considering creating an independent inspector general or even breaking up DHHS.

8 guardianship deaths warrant further scrutiny, lawmakers say

by Samantha Hogan, Maine Monitor September 18, 2023September 18, 2023

Maine has generally fared well in national reviews of its COVID response.

Lawmakers will study Maine’s COVID response

by Billy Kobin June 20, 2023June 19, 2023

Lisa Keim wants the commission to look at all elements of Maine's COVID response, including executive orders and health and education outcomes.

Republicans want a commission to study Maine’s COVID response

by Michael Shepherd May 8, 2023May 8, 2023

Even though Maine Republicans were denied legislative majorities and control of the Blaine House, they shouldn't merely try to get along with the majority party, Matthew Gagnon writes.

Opinion Contributor

Maine Republican lawmakers should stand up and be heard

by Matthew Gagnon, Opinion columnist December 7, 2022December 7, 2022

Republican Billy Bob Faulkingham is clearly the biggest wild card to become a legislative leader this time around.

How Maine’s new top lawmakers stand out from the rest

by Michael Shepherd November 22, 2022November 22, 2022

Lawmakers approve funding to hire Maine’s 1st public defenders

by The Maine Monitor April 26, 2022April 26, 2022

Republicans spend heavily against Jared Golden, but they haven’t rallied around an opponent

by Jessica Piper June 22, 2021June 22, 2021

Maine Senate divided on bill requiring more transparency for contracts entered during emergencies

by Steve Mistler, Maine Public June 2, 2021June 2, 2021

Daily Brief, Politics

Mills, lawmakers and gun rights group roll out an alternative to ‘red flag’ bill

by Michael Shepherd May 28, 2019May 28, 2019

Daily Brief, Politics

How lawmakers are splitting on key parts of Janet Mills’ budget proposal

by Michael Shepherd April 5, 2019April 5, 2019

Daily Brief, Politics

Veteran lawmaker introduces bill to overhaul Maine child welfare system

by Alex Acquisto April 4, 2019April 4, 2019

Daily Brief, Politics

Discord among opponents adds complex twist to CMP corridor debate

by Michael Shepherd March 6, 2019March 6, 2019