Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Law Overview
Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) law, effective October 25, 2023, provides up to 12 weeks of paid leave per benefit year for various reasons. Employers and employees contribute to the PFML fund, with key dates and rulemaking processes outlined for implementation. Contributions are calcul
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Safe and Efficient Wasps Control In Maine
Expert management of wasps in Maine, utilizing safe and efficient techniques to remove nests and control wasp populations, ensuring the safety of residents and visitors while preserving the local ecosystem.\n\n\/\/ \/
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Uniform Reporting System for Prescription Drug Price Data Sets Requirements 2024
The Maine Health Data Organization (MHDO) is mandated to collect pricing component data from prescription drug manufacturers, wholesale drug distributors, and pharmacy benefit managers. This data includes information on costs and payments related to making prescription drugs available to consumers.
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Post-Positive Suicide Screen Protocol & Crisis Services Overview
This presentation by Dr. Kasey Moss discusses systematic approaches to handling positive suicide screenings, connecting youth to care, treatment best practices, clinical strategies, and partnership opportunities for pediatric clinicians. It highlights the importance of crisis services in Maine for c
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Maine DHHS Transportation Programs Overview
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) oversees various transportation programs aimed at providing non-emergency transportation services to low-income, child welfare-eligible, and Section 17-eligible individuals. These programs are managed through regional brokerage systems, with b
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Maine Healthcare Data Organization Reporting Requirements Update
The proposed rulemaking by the Maine Healthcare Data Organization (MHDO) focuses on implementing a uniform reporting system for prescription drug price data sets and collecting non-claims-based primary care provider payments. The timeline for this update includes public hearings and board reviews to
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Discovering Maine and Harry Houdini's Family Life
Embark on a journey of exploration through the fascinating state of Maine, uncovering intriguing facts such as its lighthouses, unique driver's license laws, and blueberry production. Delve into the extraordinary family life of renowned magician Harry Houdini, from his close relationship with his mo
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Maine eWIC Rollout: Introduction to Produce Mapping
Prepare for the eWIC rollout in Maine by understanding the importance of produce mapping, submitting UPCs for approval, and ensuring items are on the approved product list. Learn how eWIC streamlines transactions and offers flexibility to participants.
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Starting an At-Risk After School Food Program in Maine
Learn how to kickstart an At-Risk After School Food Program in Maine by following a step-by-step guide, from emailing Child Nutrition to completing the online agreement. Watch webinars, get set up on CNPweb, and have your agreement approved to start claiming meals for the program. Contact informatio
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Maine Human Rights Commission 2020 Annual Report and Litigation Updates
Maine Human Rights Commission's 2020 Annual Report highlights trends in complaints, case types, resolutions, and settlements. The report includes statistics on employment, housing, public accommodations, education, and various allegations. It also covers case resolutions, success rates, pending case
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Lead Paint Hazards Rules and Resources in Maine Department of Environmental Protection
In Maine, the Department of Environmental Protection provides crucial information on lead paint hazards, regulations, and resources. The content covers topics such as disturbing lead-based paint, emergency provisions, federal laws on lead renovation, repair, and painting, disclosure rules, and housi
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Understanding the Workers' Compensation Audit Process in Maine
Explore the Maine Workers' Compensation Board's audit process, which aims to ensure compliance with the Workers' Compensation Act through random selection, thorough planning, sample determination, and testing for form filing, timeliness of payments, and accuracy. An auditor employed by the Board con
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Maine Overdose Response and Prevention Program Overview
The State of Maine's Overdose Response and Prevention Program aims to combat substance use disorders through community-based initiatives, public messaging campaigns, and harm reduction strategies. The program includes elements such as community recovery partners, embedded SUD clinicians in first res
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Equitable Services Requirements and Guidelines under ESSA
Equitable Services Requirements and guidelines under ESSA outline the responsibilities of education officials, ombudsman, and private school administrators to ensure fair distribution of federal funds. The ESEA Team in Maine works to uphold Title I, Part A, Migrant Education, Teacher Quality, Englis
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Understanding Average Weekly Wages in Maine Workers' Compensation Act
Average Weekly Wage calculations under the Maine Workers Compensation Act are crucial for determining benefits for injured employees. The Act provides different methods based on regular, irregular, and seasonal employment to estimate what the employee would have earned if not injured. These calculat
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Health Insurance Rate Requests and Trends in Maine 2022
Exploring the 2022 individual and small group major medical rate requests in Maine, this report highlights average rate changes, market trends, and the impact on individual and small group health insurance over recent years. Insights into rate increases, estimated enrollment distribution, and plan b
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Maine Department of Education ESEA & Assessment Teams Information Session
Maine Department of Education is hosting an informational session introducing the ESEA & Assessment Teams. The session covers topics like assessment goals, performance reports, and growth goals for math and reading. It also provides insights on the Maine Through Year Assessment and the use of MAP Gr
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Maine's HCBS SAC Quarterly Meeting Insights
An overview of Maine's HCBS Stakeholder Advisory Committee quarterly meeting held on June 23, 2021. The agenda included updates, person-centered planning discussions, policy insights, and feedback from self-advocates on the importance of person-centered approaches in Medicaid HCBS programs. Key topi
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Maine Shared Community Health Needs Assessment Androscoggin County Forum
Maine Shared Community Health Needs Assessment brings together various healthcare organizations to analyze health priorities in Androscoggin County. The forum includes presentations, discussions, and planning sessions to address key findings and identify health priorities.
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Quality Measures in Healthcare: Maine Quality Forum Initiatives
Maine Quality Forum (MQF) collaborates with various healthcare stakeholders to provide comparative health care quality information to consumers, purchasers, providers, insurers, and policy makers. The forum focuses on reporting provider-specific quality measures, aligning with the Institute of Medic
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Fudge-a-Mania by Judy Blume - Vacation Adventures in Maine
Fudge's family embarks on a vacation to Maine, where they share a house with the Tubman family. Pete, upset at first, becomes friends with his housemates, including Sheila, after a series of escapades and bonding experiences. The vacation turns out to be a time of growth, friendship, and family conn
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Library Collaboration in Maine: A Shared Collections Strategy
Library collaboration in Maine involves academic, public, and special libraries working together through the Maine Shared Collections Strategy (MSCS) project. Led by Dr. Clem Guthro of Colby College Libraries, the project aims to manage legacy print collections efficiently across various institution
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Education Funding Updates and Relief Measures Under CRRSA Act
The CRRSA Act signed into law on December 27, 2020, allocated $82 billion in emergency education funding, including funds for Governors Emergency Education Relief, Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief, and Higher Education Emergency Relief. Updates extend the end date for funding in Main
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Overview of 131st Maine Legislature and Legislative Updates
The 131st Maine Legislature comprises 186 legislators, including Representatives Zager and Pringle, both physicians. Key legislative committees cover areas such as taxation, health services, judiciary, and education. Find information on Maine legislation tracking, medical ethics, and policy referenc
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Understanding Online Maine Health Care Cost Info Users
Explore the personas representing likely and potential users of online health care cost information in Maine. These fictional characters are based on real user research, aiding in website development by making key audience segments more tangible and surfacing overlooked issues. Research results iden
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Understanding Liability of Individuals in Maine Business Entities
Maine business entities, including corporations and LLCs, offer limited liability protections for owners and managers. Shareholders of corporations are not personally liable for the entity's debts, except in specific circumstances. Similarly, members and managers of LLCs are not personally obligated
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Mosquito Monitoring in Maine 2021: Key Findings and Funding Overview
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention conducted mosquito monitoring in 2021 across various counties and towns, testing for West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. Results showed no positive cases in mosquito pools but identified individuals with arboviral illnesses. Funding ch
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Implementing Maine's Updated ELA Standards: A Deep Dive
Prepare to implement Maine's updated ELA standards with gentle shifts and course corrections rather than entirely new routes. Explore guiding principles focusing on communication, transfer of learning, problem-solving, and ethical behavior. Learn to emphasize language rules, vocabulary instruction,
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Integrating Addiction Medicine Education in Medical Schools: A Community Initiative
Presentation by Jenifer Van Deusen highlighting the importance of addiction medicine education in medical schools, focusing on Maine's medical school and UNE's PA Program. Discussed initiatives include COPE's efforts with medical schools to enhance substance use disorder education and support. Maine
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Updates on Maine Health Data Organization (MHDO) Board Meeting Discussions
This content provides insights into the recent discussions and initiatives undertaken by the Maine Health Data Organization (MHDO) Board, including rulemaking timelines for non-claims based payments, an overview of an APCD Federal Grant Opportunity, updates on legislative sessions, and reports on pu
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Strategies to End Veteran Homelessness in Maine
Providing an update on veteran homelessness activities in Maine, the briefing emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts across stakeholders and partners. Key tasks include developing a strategic plan, measuring progress, improving communication among service providers, and reporting to the
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University of Southern Maine - Engaging in Arctic Studies and Collaborations
University of Southern Maine (USM) is a public university with campuses in Portland and Gorham, Maine. USM offers diverse degree programs and engages in various initiatives and projects related to community resilience, Arctic education, and international collaborations. Through the Maine North Atlan
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Enhancing Business Engagement and Consumer Outcomes in Maine's CRP System
Redesigning Maine's CRP system to reduce expenditures, improve employment outcomes for consumers, and enhance business engagement through a statewide approach. Stakeholders involved include CRPs, state councils, and various DHHS offices. The timeline spans milestones from 2014 to 2017, with outcome-
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Exploring Pesticide Monitoring and Contamination Studies in Maine
Mary Tomlinson's work with the Maine Board of Pesticides Control includes past studies on groundwater and surface water monitoring, ongoing monitoring initiatives, and future collaborative studies. The State Law mandates residue surveys to identify possible contamination sources and develop a pestic
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Employer's Guide to Workers' Compensation in Maine - Overview and Resources
This comprehensive guide covers essential information about workers' compensation in Maine, including the role of employers, benefits of compliance, Maine Workers Compensation Board's mission, governance structure, regional offices, and key terms related to workers' compensation. It also provides in
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Funding Competition for Coastal Zone Management Projects in Maine - FFY 2024
NOAA Coastal Zone Management Infrastructure Funding Competition is offering up to $44.6 million nationwide with $6 million available per project in Maine. Eligible projects include land acquisition, habitat restoration, planning, engineering, and design within Maine's coastal zone. The competition t
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Progress on Maine Health Coalition's Payment Reform Status in Q1 2014
Overall progress on SIM goals and work plan in Q1 2014 highlighted key achievements in tracking healthcare costs, advancing value-based benefit design, and implementing accountable care initiatives. Challenges included staff recruitment and data availability issues from Maine Health Data Organizatio
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Maternal and Child Health Needs Assessment Meeting in Augusta, Maine
Explore the details of the Maternal and Child Health Needs Assessment Priorities Setting Meeting that took place in Augusta, Maine in January 2020. The meeting involved key officials from various organizations focusing on Title V, needs assessment, priority setting, targeted interventions, data anal
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Insights from Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey Data Analysis
The Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey (MIYHS) is a vital tool for understanding the health and habits of public school students. This comprehensive survey covers diverse topics like substance use, bullying, sexual health, physical activity, nutrition, and mental health. The presentation overview
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Federal Judiciary Perspective on Prescription Drug Abuse in Maine
Chief Judge John A. Woodcock, Jr. of the United States District Court in Maine discusses the alarming rates of prescription drug abuse in the state. The consequences of this abuse are highlighted, including the staggering number of pharmaceutical overdose deaths, high school seniors using prescripti
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