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A State of Maine agency with three distinct bureaus:State Archives, the Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions and the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

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  1. If you live in House District 124 (part of Orono and part of Bangor), you'll want to put March 12 on your calendar: special election to choose your representative in the Maine House now that Rep. Aaron Frey has been elected as attorney general.

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  2. Check out these great essays about Maine's Native Americans, from the winners of our annual essay contest. Congratulations to Samantha Siemerling, Jeremy Parker and Caleb Gay and thanks to all the schools that participated.

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  3. Proud of our own Cathy Beaudoin as she takes on this leadership role.

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  4. Retweeted
    Jan 2

    Maine’s new governor, first woman governor sworn in by : a new era of decency, justice, concern for children, health, the environment, education, the opioid crisis, all the diverse communities of Maine. This is what democracy looks like!

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  5. Jan 2

    Lots of work to do when the administration changes...

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  6. 31 Dec 2018

    Wishing a joyous new year to all, and enjoyable celebrations tonight as we remember 2018 and look forward to all the possibilities the new year brings. Remember: Don't drink and drive. Our offices will be closed Tuesday Jan. 1 and will reopen Weds.

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  7. 31 Dec 2018

    This was indeed a busy news year for our department...

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  8. 28 Dec 2018

    This certificate is now on its way to the U.S. House of Representatives, where they will swear in and seat Maine CD2 Rep.-Elect Jared Golden on Jan. 3, 2019.

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    24 Dec 2018

    : defeated incumbent ⁦⁩ ends legal challenges to , ending post-election drama.

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  10. 21 Dec 2018

    It is a well-established fact of parliamentary law that legislative bodies determine the qualifications of their members, not courts. Today’s decision affirms that the court understands its role in safeguarding our elections, and the role of the SOS office as well.

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    21 Dec 2018

    : The United States Court of Appeals has denied Congressman Bruce Poliquin's motion for an injunction to prevent Jared Golden from being declared the winner in Maine's Second District:

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  12. 21 Dec 2018

    Drive safe, sober and focused this holiday season! These funny messages help remind us of the very serious responsibility we all have when we get behind the wheel. Nice work,

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  13. 21 Dec 2018
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  14. 20 Dec 2018

    We have calculated the costs to be reimbursed for the CD2 ranked-choice recount, which took place Dec. 6-7 and 10-14. SOS costs: $2,446.16 State Police costs: $12,114.36 TOTAL: $14,560.52 Less the $5,000 deposit, the Poliquin campaign will owe the State $9,560.52.

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  15. 17 Dec 2018

    2/2 The Libertarian party has filed a declaration of intent to form a party by enrollment and has until Jan. 2, 2020 to gather at least 5,000 new enrollments. To re-enroll in the party, visit your municipal clerk to fill out a new voter registration card.

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  16. 17 Dec 2018

    1/2 The Libertarian Party no longer has party status in the State of Maine, as it did not reach the threshold of 10,000 voters in the Nov. 6 General Election, as required in Maine law. If you were enrolled as a Libertarian, you are now "unenrolled" as of Dec. 4.

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  17. 14 Dec 2018

    The CD 2 recount has concluded, as Rep. Poliquin has terminated the recount process.

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  18. Retweeted
    14 Dec 2018

    Poliquin Decides To End Recount In Maine's 2nd District Race

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  19. 13 Dec 2018

    Wrapping up recount for today, another 28,000 ballots counted for a total of 165,000 so far out of 296,000. Back tomorrow at 9 am

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  20. 13 Dec 2018

    We are gratified by Judge Walker’s decision, affirming states’ rights to determine how they elect their Congressmen. The recount continues...

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