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"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."
Martin Luther King, Jr.

Other Issues

  • Child Care

What Happens to My Benefits When I Get a Job and Leave TANF? Information on transitional benefits for former TANF recipients (updated October 2008)

  • General Assistance

General Assistance Law: Lump Sum Income (March 2009)

Model General Assistance Ordinance (January 2009; .pdf file) This model ordinance is issued by the Maine Municipal Association and is adopted by most Maine towns.

  • Heat / Utilities

NEW! Help with Winter Utility and Fuel Bills  (updated January 2010)

Help With Your Electric Bill  (September 2008 MAIN Update) Increased funding for the Low Income Assistance Program, reducing electric bills for low-income consumers.

What Are My Rights with My Electric Company?  Information about winter disconnect, filing a complaint, and deregulation (March 2009)

  • Housing

Family Housing Stabilization Program You may be eligible to receive up to $2,500 if your family with children is at immediate risk of homelessness (February 2010).

Property Tax and Rent Refund  If you pay rent or property taxes and have a low income, you are probably eligible for a refund from the State of Maine. (August 2009)

Facing Foreclosure: Help is Available (September 2008 MAIN Update)

Find more information on rights of tenants and property tax relief at Pine Tree Legal Assistance



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