Gov. Mills also paid tribute to Mainers who lost their lives to COVID-19 Author: Erin Keller (NEWS CENTER Maine) Published: 9:47 PM EST February 23, 2021 Updated: 11:38 PM EST February 23, 2021 AUGUSTA, Maine — In her State of the Budget Address Tuesday night, Governor Janet Mills focused on health care, education, and the Maine economy, saying that her budget proposals maintain stability in these areas during a time of uncertainty and put Maine on a path to economic recovery. The Governor spoke on the importance of her Administration’s focus on health care, education, and the economy, highlighting proposed investments in Maine’s public health infrastructure and education funding to support Maine children. She rejected calls for sweeping budget cuts or efforts to reach into the State’s savings.