Maine Equal Justice
@maineequaljustice.bsky.social
Just 1 week left to get these greeting cards as a thank you for supporting MEJ’s Next Step Fund! Our dream is to have enough funds so that not only are community leaders compensated, but we also have enough to help with emergencies like the SNAP crisis. Donate here: vist.ly/4eynr (1/4)
November 18, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Just 1 week left to get these greeting cards as a thank you for supporting MEJ’s Next Step Fund! Our dream is to have enough funds so that not only are community leaders compensated, but we also have enough to help with emergencies like the SNAP crisis. Donate here: vist.ly/4eynr (1/4)
Maine Equal Justice statement on the end of the shutdown: "Playing games with food and health care is an unjust, ugly business. Mainers with low income, who are living with hunger, chilly homes, unfilled prescriptions, or on the edge of an eviction, should never be pawns on DC’s game board...."(1/4)
November 13, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Maine Equal Justice statement on the end of the shutdown: "Playing games with food and health care is an unjust, ugly business. Mainers with low income, who are living with hunger, chilly homes, unfilled prescriptions, or on the edge of an eviction, should never be pawns on DC’s game board...."(1/4)
"But beyond the short-term impact of funds being cut off due to the government shutdown, changes to SNAP in “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will eliminate an estimated $187 billion in federal spending from SNAP through 2034."
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
November 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
"But beyond the short-term impact of funds being cut off due to the government shutdown, changes to SNAP in “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will eliminate an estimated $187 billion in federal spending from SNAP through 2034."
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
11/7 5 pm: GOOD NEWS about SNAP! "Maine DHHS will issue full November SNAP benefits beginning on November 10 through November 14 -- the State's standard schedule for issuing benefits."
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November 7, 2025 at 9:51 PM
11/7 5 pm: GOOD NEWS about SNAP! "Maine DHHS will issue full November SNAP benefits beginning on November 10 through November 14 -- the State's standard schedule for issuing benefits."
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vist.ly/4de65
"As a family physician serving individuals who are unhoused or unstably housed, I witness firsthand the profound impact that access to adequate nutrition has on health and well-being." - Dr. Garrett Fontaine, a Family Medicine Physician who practices in Waterville and Augusta (1/2)
November 7, 2025 at 7:21 PM
"As a family physician serving individuals who are unhoused or unstably housed, I witness firsthand the profound impact that access to adequate nutrition has on health and well-being." - Dr. Garrett Fontaine, a Family Medicine Physician who practices in Waterville and Augusta (1/2)
📣SNAP UPDATE 11/07: The Trump Administration is appealing yesterday's court ruling to use funds on hand to pay full SNAP benefits for November. At this time, partial SNAP benefits are planned for Maine. We will share info from DHHS as we get it.
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Trump Administration cuts household SNAP benefits 35%, forcing Mainers to make tough choices
Non-profit Maine Equal Justice said SNAP benefit amounts could be about half of what they were for single parents and elderly couples, and some working families might get no benefit at all.
www.mainepublic.org
November 7, 2025 at 12:50 PM
📣SNAP UPDATE 11/07: The Trump Administration is appealing yesterday's court ruling to use funds on hand to pay full SNAP benefits for November. At this time, partial SNAP benefits are planned for Maine. We will share info from DHHS as we get it.
vist.ly/4dawe
vist.ly/4dawe
"This is my family's refrigerator. Tokens of how proud I am of my children cover the outside- but especially during the holiday season- I know that it's what's on the inside that matters. SNAP benefits matter to my family."
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
"This is my family's refrigerator. Tokens of how proud I am of my children cover the outside- but especially during the holiday season- I know that it's what's on the inside that matters. SNAP benefits matter to my family."
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
The SNAP crisis is not over. Call Senator Collins' office today at (202) 224-2523 or with the link below and ask her to apply pressure to the White House and her colleagues in Congress to fully fund SNAP so Mainers can afford their groceries this month.
vist.ly/4d39p
vist.ly/4d39p
November 5, 2025 at 9:29 PM
The SNAP crisis is not over. Call Senator Collins' office today at (202) 224-2523 or with the link below and ask her to apply pressure to the White House and her colleagues in Congress to fully fund SNAP so Mainers can afford their groceries this month.
vist.ly/4d39p
vist.ly/4d39p
⚠️ SNAP Action alert! A storm is on Maine families’ doorsteps right now, and food banks cannot stand in for SNAP benefits. If the federal government won’t act, Gov. Mills and State legislators have the power to call a special session to use the Rainy Day fund. Add your voice! vist.ly/4cfsr
October 31, 2025 at 7:04 PM
⚠️ SNAP Action alert! A storm is on Maine families’ doorsteps right now, and food banks cannot stand in for SNAP benefits. If the federal government won’t act, Gov. Mills and State legislators have the power to call a special session to use the Rainy Day fund. Add your voice! vist.ly/4cfsr
This is an all-hands-on-deck moment for Maine, which is why we're joining with @fullplates.bsky.social and @mecep.bsky.social to call on Gov. Mills and the Legislature to convene a special legislative session.
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
October 30, 2025 at 7:12 PM
This is an all-hands-on-deck moment for Maine, which is why we're joining with @fullplates.bsky.social and @mecep.bsky.social to call on Gov. Mills and the Legislature to convene a special legislative session.
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
We've heard from several hundred people just since the freeze in SNAP funds was announced. Mainers face desperate choices that no one should have to make, especially when $5 billion in federal funds are available. Proud to see ME join states that are suing.
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vist.ly/4c55n
Maine joins 24 states suing Trump administration over expected lapse in SNAP benefits
The federal food assistance benefits are expected to be suspended starting Nov. 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
www.pressherald.com
October 29, 2025 at 11:49 AM
We've heard from several hundred people just since the freeze in SNAP funds was announced. Mainers face desperate choices that no one should have to make, especially when $5 billion in federal funds are available. Proud to see ME join states that are suing.
vist.ly/4c55n
vist.ly/4c55n
"Our members of Congress must press the Trump Administration to immediately release SNAP contingency funds and transfer additional federal funds to SNAP to avoid any reduction in November benefits." Op-ed with @fullplatesfullpotential @preblestreet: vist.ly/4bvt9 #mepolitics
October 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
"Our members of Congress must press the Trump Administration to immediately release SNAP contingency funds and transfer additional federal funds to SNAP to avoid any reduction in November benefits." Op-ed with @fullplatesfullpotential @preblestreet: vist.ly/4bvt9 #mepolitics
"According to @centeronbudget, the Trump Administration...has the ability to fund SNAP through November by activating SNAP’s contingency fund or 'use the discretionary authority it used to transfer funds into WIC earlier this month...to augment...funding.'" vist.ly/4bgk9
October 23, 2025 at 1:54 PM
"According to @centeronbudget, the Trump Administration...has the ability to fund SNAP through November by activating SNAP’s contingency fund or 'use the discretionary authority it used to transfer funds into WIC earlier this month...to augment...funding.'" vist.ly/4bgk9
📣 SNAP UPDATE 10/22: With 170,000+ Mainers relying on federally-funded SNAP to afford groceries and meals, people are understandably worried about the shutdown and November's benefits. This is a quickly changing situation and MEJ will share more info as soon as we have it. Go to: vist.ly/4bbws
October 22, 2025 at 1:34 PM
📣 SNAP UPDATE 10/22: With 170,000+ Mainers relying on federally-funded SNAP to afford groceries and meals, people are understandably worried about the shutdown and November's benefits. This is a quickly changing situation and MEJ will share more info as soon as we have it. Go to: vist.ly/4bbws
Because of the federal shutdown, many Mainers who work for or with the federal government are going without paychecks and looking for help. If you are impacted, you may qualify Unemployment benefits or short term loans. Read Maine Peer Workforce Navigator's guide to learn more: vist.ly/4ary2
October 17, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Because of the federal shutdown, many Mainers who work for or with the federal government are going without paychecks and looking for help. If you are impacted, you may qualify Unemployment benefits or short term loans. Read Maine Peer Workforce Navigator's guide to learn more: vist.ly/4ary2
@portlandpressherald has a deeper look at how harmful changes to SNAP (food assistance) are going to hit ME families and communities. Many groups are working together to offer information & food, but ME will be hungrier for this change. vist.ly/4amrg
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
October 16, 2025 at 1:14 PM
@portlandpressherald has a deeper look at how harmful changes to SNAP (food assistance) are going to hit ME families and communities. Many groups are working together to offer information & food, but ME will be hungrier for this change. vist.ly/4amrg
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
👉 Reminder to apply by Oct. 26! Maine Equal Justice is seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/4ahjs
October 15, 2025 at 1:26 PM
👉 Reminder to apply by Oct. 26! Maine Equal Justice is seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/4ahjs
Only four more days to choose a gift as a thank you for donating to the Next Step Fund! You can choose between stickers, a T-shirt, or a greeting card pack (with art by our Organizing Director Allina Diaz!) - or get all three: vist.ly/4afkm
October 14, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Only four more days to choose a gift as a thank you for donating to the Next Step Fund! You can choose between stickers, a T-shirt, or a greeting card pack (with art by our Organizing Director Allina Diaz!) - or get all three: vist.ly/4afkm
📣 SNAP (food assistance) work reporting requirements have changed & MEJ has updated guidance for Mainers who may need to report their work and volunteer hours to keep their food assistance. It's important to check if the changes apply to you, so you don't lose your SNAP! 👉 Info: vist.ly/49yvq
October 10, 2025 at 12:33 PM
📣 SNAP (food assistance) work reporting requirements have changed & MEJ has updated guidance for Mainers who may need to report their work and volunteer hours to keep their food assistance. It's important to check if the changes apply to you, so you don't lose your SNAP! 👉 Info: vist.ly/49yvq
📣 We're seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/49puf
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
October 8, 2025 at 1:26 PM
📣 We're seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/49puf
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
We have merch! Through Oct 17, we have stickers, T-shirts, and greeting card packs by donation to support the Next Step Fund.
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
October 7, 2025 at 1:26 PM
We have merch! Through Oct 17, we have stickers, T-shirts, and greeting card packs by donation to support the Next Step Fund.
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
Life happens, and lots of us have issues to work out with child care, transportation, work schedules, bad weather and illness. Check out your options for Early Voting! vist.ly/49ewj
Early voting in Maine begins Monday. Here’s what you need to know.
In-person absentee voting begins Oct. 6 as voters weigh 2 statewide ballot questions and a host of local races.
www.pressherald.com
October 6, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Life happens, and lots of us have issues to work out with child care, transportation, work schedules, bad weather and illness. Check out your options for Early Voting! vist.ly/49ewj
New Census data about poverty was released last week. Year after year, we post news about the ups and downs. Progress is possible (we see it all the time!) But as a country, we've been way too willing to accept inequality, for way too long. Read more on our blog: vist.ly/46yem
September 16, 2025 at 12:39 PM
New Census data about poverty was released last week. Year after year, we post news about the ups and downs. Progress is possible (we see it all the time!) But as a country, we've been way too willing to accept inequality, for way too long. Read more on our blog: vist.ly/46yem
You may have heard that health insurance costs are about to go WAY up. A big reason is the “enhanced” tax credits that help many Americans afford insurance will expire soon. If Congress doesn’t renew them, around 3k Mainers will lose their insurance, pushing costs up for everyone. vist.ly/46au3
ACA premiums to rise an average of nearly 24% in Maine
Some Affordable Care Act enrollees could see premiums jump even higher if Congress doesn't extend subsidies set to expire at the end of 2025.
www.pressherald.com
September 10, 2025 at 1:13 PM
You may have heard that health insurance costs are about to go WAY up. A big reason is the “enhanced” tax credits that help many Americans afford insurance will expire soon. If Congress doesn’t renew them, around 3k Mainers will lose their insurance, pushing costs up for everyone. vist.ly/46au3
vist.ly/463se Thanks @portlandpressherald 🦷 Investing in good care for Maine kids' teeth means they'll grow into healthy adults. Raising provider pay and making sure we recruit enough dentists and hygienists to ME are both important steps to improve dental care throughout the state!
Maine children shouldn’t be made to wait for dental care | Editorial
Widespread calls to boost the 'reimbursement rate' need to be heeded by the Department of Health and Human Services — and fast.
www.pressherald.com
September 8, 2025 at 7:40 PM
vist.ly/463se Thanks @portlandpressherald 🦷 Investing in good care for Maine kids' teeth means they'll grow into healthy adults. Raising provider pay and making sure we recruit enough dentists and hygienists to ME are both important steps to improve dental care throughout the state!