Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives.
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Good jobs, secure families, strong communities.
I am committed to collaborative problem solving that addresses our biggest challenges. By making Maine an economically vibrant and environmentally healthy state, we can make sure that our children have the opportunity to live, work, and one day raise their own families here.
Recent Press Releases
2018 Constituent Newsletter
Each year, I send out a newsletter to every voter in my House District to provide an update on my work. This year I focused on lifting families out of poverty, keeping our students safe and combatting the opioid epidemic.
read moreGideon Legislation to Enhance Safety for Victims of Sexual Assault Becomes Law
Members of the Maine House and Senate overrode a veto of LD 1788: An Act To Enhance Safety for Victims of Sexual Assault and Stalking and To Amend the Laws Governing Harassment and Protection from Abuse. Speaker Gideon released the following statement:
read moreHouse Republicans Sustain LePage Veto of Medicaid Expansion Funding
Regardless of ongoing obstruction, litigation and the sustainment of LD 837, Medicaid Expansion is still Maine law. As of July 2, an estimated 70,000 Mainers became eligible to apply for the increased access to healthcare coverage. Speaker Sara Gideon released the following statement:
read moreOur Issues
Speaker Gideon’s number one priority is building an economy that works for everyone. She believes Maine’s future is bright and that we all must work together to capitalize on our natural advantages, deliver quality services, and invest in Maine’s future.