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AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A stronger-than-expected economic recovery from the pandemic is expected to give a boost to state revenues.
Maine’s revenue forecasting committee said income is projected to increase by $462 million this year and $460 million next year.
The shift eases budget restrictions as Democratic Gov. Janet Mills prepares to send a supplemental budget proposal to lawmakers that will likely include more money for schools and health care.
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