House backs nonprofit security grant program after debate over federal gaps, eligibility and cost Lawmakers approved creation of a state nonprofit security grant program to pay for physical security, security personnel and planning after members debated gaps in federal funding, eligibility rules, and how grants would be administered; the measure passed on a divided vote.

Maine's House just passed a bill to create a new nonprofit security grant program, aiming to fill critical funding gaps left by federal criteria, but not without heated debate over transparency and oversight.

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Senate approves state nonprofit security grant amid debate over oversight and cost The Maine Senate approved (committee 'ought to pass' report) LD 2107, a $1.5 million proposal to create a state nonprofit security grant program; supporters said federal funds are insufficient, while opponents warned of duplication, weak guardrails and long-term fiscal risk.

The Maine Senate has approved a controversial $1.5 million grant program for nonprofit security, but concerns over oversight and potential duplication of federal funds are raising eyebrows.

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Committee tables bill to create state nonprofit security grant program after MEMA briefing The Judiciary Committee held a work session on LD 2107, a proposal to create a Maine nonprofit security grant program to supplement FEMA awards; members asked about eligibility, administration (AG vs. MEMA), and appropriations, and unanimously voted to table the bill so the sponsor can return with a drafted amendment (including housing the program at MEMA and reducing funding from $2 million to $1.5 million).

Maine's Judiciary Committee has taken a pivotal step towards enhancing nonprofit security by tabling a vital bill aimed at protecting organizations from hate crimes and terror attacks.

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Maine lawmakers hear push to fund state nonprofit security grant to protect houses of worship and nonprofits Supporters told the Judiciary Committee that threats and harassment against religious and nonprofit institutions have risen and urged the legislature to create a $1.5 million state grant program to supplement federal FEMA/MEMA money. Sponsor Rep. Michael Brennan proposed placing administration with MEMA and narrowing the fiscal request.

Maine lawmakers are stepping up to protect houses of worship and nonprofits with a proposed $1.5 million grant program amid rising threats and harassment.

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Proud to help launch the Readiness & Response Fund— rapid support for Maine nonprofits facing urgent federal policy threats. From housing to civil rights, these issues can’t wait.

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Maine Legislature enacts emergency legislation for progressive pull-tab games Legislation allows nonprofits in Maine to offer progressive pull-tab games immediately.

Maine lawmakers are on the brink of a groundbreaking decision that could reshape nonprofit funding through progressive pull-tab games—will they seize the opportunity or let it slip away?

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