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House overwhelmingly supports tribal bill opposed by Gov. Mills

Por: Portland Press Herald Nation June 21, 2023

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AUGUSTA — The House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly on Wednesday to advance a bill that would allow four Indigenous tribes to benefit from more federal laws, setting up a possible confrontation with the governor. The bill was approved by a 100-47 vote, indicating enough support to overcome a possible veto from the governor. The bill now advances to the Senate, which is expected to take up the bill later today. Gov. Janet Mills has... + full article



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