In the early ‘90s, times were very different than they are today. Maine’s economy was in a tailspin, state revenues were declining and legislators were considering enactment of a $3.2 billion budget. Most notably during that time, workers’ compensation insurance was increasingly difficult for employers to come by as insurance providers were pulling out … Continue reading May 24 Radio Address
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May 10 Radio Address
This Friday was “Gun Day” at the Legislature’s Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee. On this day, the committee held public hearings on 11 firearm-related bills. Ten of the bills sought to restrict Second Amendment rights while one bill would expand them. Hi, I’m Senator Paul Davis. I represent District Four which includes all of … Continue reading May 10 Radio Address
April 25 Radio Address
To become a hairdresser in the State of Maine, you must be at least 17 years old, complete a 1,500-hour course of instruction at a registered institution or undertake 2,500 apprenticeship hours, pass a licensing exam, and pay the State of Maine a $20 fee each year. I believe the Maine legislature should take another … Continue reading April 25 Radio Address
April 11 Radio Address
Recent media coverage of the vaccination debate going on in Augusta right now has been disappointing and one-sided, in my opinion. While it is easy to dismiss those in favor of the current law that provides for exemptions to vaccination requirements as “anti-vaxxers”, many of us have legitimate concerns that should not be dismissed. Hi, … Continue reading April 11 Radio Address
March 28 Radio Address
A few weeks ago, my radio address focused on the unsustainability of the biennial budget proposed by Governor Mills. Hello, I am Jim Hamper, the sole Republican senator on the Appropriations Committee. I represent District 19 which includes southern Oxford County and part of Cumberland County. Since my last address, Governor Mills has spent $10.5 … Continue reading March 28 Radio Address
March 15 Radio Address
As a small business owner, I know firsthand that what is good for the goose is good for the gander. When times are good, my family-owned business is able to hire additional staff and offer more generous benefits. This has a positive ripple out into our local community beyond ourselves and those we employ, … Continue reading March 15 Radio Address
February 28 Radio Address
What percentage of your income should be set aside for savings and retirement? What is the difference between a variable interest rate and a fixed interest rate? How much do you need as a down payment to purchase a home or vehicle? These are all questions that I think students in Maine should be … Continue reading February 28 Radio Address
February 14 Radio Address
When I first started serving in Augusta, in 2005, there was a long standing joke. Why are there no stone walls in Augusta? Because they have all been turned over, looking for money. Hi, I’m Jim Hamper. I represent part of Oxford County and part of Cumberland County in the Maine Senate, and I … Continue reading February 14 Radio Address
January 31 Radio Address
The Citizen Initiative process is intended as a way for the citizens of this state to initiate change. Currently this system is being abused by deep pockets from out-of-state special interest groups, and these abuses must be addressed. Hi, I’m Brad Farrin, the State Senator from District 3 which includes most of Somerset County and … Continue reading January 31 Radio Address
January 17 Radio Address
They say elections have consequences, and in the case of the minimum-wage law that passed by referendum in 2016, the unintended consequences are harming our most vulnerable citizens. Hi, I’m Jeff Timberlake, the Assistant Republican Leader in the Maine Senate. A few weeks ago, the minimum wage increased for the third time in three … Continue reading January 17 Radio Address
