Maine Governor Janet Mills delays action on 61 bills, notably one aiming to ban untraceable firearms, as she reviews their impacts on residents and the economy. With lawmakers adjourned until January, these bills, including measures related to online gambling rights for tribes, will remain unaddressed for months, leaving their advocates in a state of uncertainty.
Mills’ office emphasizes a thorough review process, but concerns arise, especially surrounding the ghost gun ban, as the governor previously opposed online gambling expansion due to health considerations. Advocates for LD 1126, such as Rep. Sam Zager, remain optimistic about the bill’s future, highlighting the pressing need for regulation on unserialized weapons in Maine.
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