News

Maine eyes creation of online voter registration

Photo: 560 WGAN Newsradio


AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine lawmakers are considering a proposal to allow eligible residents to register to vote online.

The proposal by Democratic Rep. Teresa Pierce of Falmouth would implement online voter registration between now and 2023. Pierce introduced the proposal on Monday.

Pierce’s proposal would mean registration would be available via a secure online registration portal.

Supporters of the measure said 40 states and Washington, D.C. have implemented online voter registration systems.

Latest Headlines

5 hours ago in Local

Bangor man arrested after alleged stabbing at McDonald’s

Updated

The male victim was transported to a local hospital and is being treated for injuries that are not considered life threatening.

5 hours ago in Local

Last push for both sides of voter ID debate as election day draws near

If passed by the voters, legal ID will be required at polling sites and will add restrictions to absentee voting.

22 hours ago in Local

An Accused Drunk Driver Arrested for Driving the Wrong Way on I-295

The driver was charged with an OUI and Reckless Conduct with a Dangerous Weapon.

2 days ago in Trending, World

King Charles III strips Prince Andrew of titles and evicts him from royal residence

King Charles III on Thursday stripped his disgraced brother Prince Andrew of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Buckingham Palace said.

2 days ago in Local

Lobster Population Drops in New England, Overfishing Declared

A regulatory agency says lobster stock has declined by 34% since 2018