Maine could become among the first states to create safety net for reproductive care

By: Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: April 2, 2026

Words: 755

Last Updated: 3 months, 4 weeks ago

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Maine’s reproductive health care providers, who have faced millions in federal cuts over the last year, are breathing a little easier after the Legislature’s budget committee approved ongoing funding and other support in the latest spending plan.

If the Maine Legislature passes the proposed budget, Maine would be among the first states in the country to provide a comprehensive safety net to make up for volatile federal funding for reproductive care services.

During the supplemental …

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