Preparing for transition, Mills and Pingree hope new Congress will reverse federal cuts

By: Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: November 6, 2026

Words: 692

Last Updated: 3 days, 2 hours ago

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As Gov. Janet Mills and Gov.-elect Hannah Pingree partner to ensure a smooth transition of power, they said Friday they are also hoping the newly elected Democratic majority in Congress will reverse federal cuts that are expected to have severe consequences for the state.

Many of the cuts to Medicaid that are expected to have severe consequences for the state will take effect in January as the new Congress is sworn in and …

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