MAINE

STATE ISSUES

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Voters decided on seven issues including whether to repeal a state law banning discrimination against gays. Voters decided not to repeal it. Opponents collected enough signatures to force a statewide vote on the law, which expands the Maine Human Rights Act to make discrimination based on sexual orientation illegal in employment, housing, credit, public accommodations and education. The Nov. 8 election marked the third statewide vote on the issue.

Approved: Offer tax breaks for waterfront property used for commercial fishing.

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