To ensure that our small businesses can continue to recover despite worldwide economic disruptions, today I announced that I will dedicate $58 million in federal funding from my Jobs Plan to provide forgivable loans to eligible small businesses. 2/

This new program, called “Thrive Maine” and administered by FAME Maine, will begin in September. For more information, please visit famemaine.com/thrive 3/3

Governor Mills today announced $23 million in grant awards from her Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan to help Maine tech companies recover from the pandemic, invest in new products and business lines, attract new customers, and create long-term economic growth: maine.gov/governor/mills…

We congratulate ConnectME Authority Director Peggy Schaffer as she retires today after more than two decades of service to the State of Maine.

We are talking about Maine’s economy with Maine Dept. of Economic & Community Development Commissioner Heather Johnson. #LambdaClass Educate Maine @unumnews @HollyBlairMPA Cary Olson University of New England

Skowhegan’s downtown Spinning Mill to have new life mainebiz.biz/article/skowhe…

“We need to beef up the number of people going into the trades,” [Gov. Mills] said. “These are well-paying jobs that you can get in Maine and remain in the state to live and raise a family.” pressherald.com/2022/08/01/app…

Today, Governor Janet Mills visited Bourgeois Guitars and QuoddyMaine to learn how they are benefitting from new economic recovery grants awarded through her Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan: maine.gov/governor/mills…

Registration is open for the Maine Outdoor Economy Summit! 🚵⛷️🧗‍♀️ Check out the schedule and sign up: moesummit.com

These investments will help Maine’s farmers and food processors make the critical upgrades they need to feed more people, and in turn, support the creation of job opportunities and overall growth in our economy ⬇️

“There’s so much need right now for properties and building redevelopment,” Commissioner Johnson said following the tour. “When you get these unique buildings that have character and really leverage the local history, that’s an opportunity.” bangordailynews.com/2022/09/02/new…

Commissioner Johnson joined legislators, Maine Economic Growth Council members, and Maine Development Foundation CEO Yellow Breen this morning to release the 2022 edition of Measures of Growth. Read the report here: bit.ly/3Odhoiz

As a result of Governor Mills' investments in Maine’s unemployment trust fund, unemployment taxes will be collected under Schedule A next year, the lowest allowed under Maine law, saving Maine employers a total of $23.7 million.

Small Business Saturday may only come once a year, but every day is a great day to support Maine’s small businesses! mainebiz.biz/article/shop-o… #SmallBusinessSaturday

The Department of Economic and Community Development is now hiring for a Legislative Policy and Media Liaison: mainebhr.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0xhaj/

MEMA warns that high winds from the storm, combined with full canopy trees and saturated ground, will result in downed trees. Avoid being on the roads if you can. If you must travel, avoid driving around downed trees or over downed wires and obey road closure signs and barriers.

In the face of great tragedy and difficulty, it is a hallmark of Maine people to come together to love and support one another.

Today, I visited Skowhegan to survey damage caused by flooding from the Kennebec. While we're still assessing damage from the storm, it's clear difficult days lie ahead for many Maine communities. My Administration will do all we can to support the swiftest possible recovery.

In less than two weeks, Maine will experience its first total eclipse since 1963! Follow for safety and travel tips. For more, visit maine.gov/eclipse2024 #MEEclipse24

If you are on the road today, be patient and use good judgment. Prepare for long waits after totality. If you’re still searching for a spot to watch this afternoon’s eclipse, remember that you must completely leave the roadway. DO NOT pull over in the breakdown lane.