State workers union accuses Mills administration of negotiating in bad faith

By: Kaitlyn Budion

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: June 22, 2026

Words: 664

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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The union for Maine executive branch employees has accused Gov. Janet Mills’ administration of negotiating in bad faith, after the state did not agree to wage increases recommended by an independent panel.

The union has been without a contract for nearly a year, after the previous contract expired at the end of June, 2025, with the salary dispute being central to the impasse.

The Maine Service Employees Association, SEIU Local 1989, held a press …

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