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Maine expects $265 million budget surplus over 2 years

The stronger-than-expected revenue forecast – including a $139 million surplus in this fiscal year – is driven primarily by consumer spending, sales tax growth and income tax returns. ....

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Maine expects $265 million budget surplus over two years

The stronger-than-expected revenue forecast – including a $139 million surplus in this fiscal year – is driven primarily by consumer spending, sales tax growth and income tax returns. ....

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State expects another budget surplus as parties clash over what to do with it

Higher prices and higher wages have led to more sales and income taxes being collected by the state, reigniting the debate over whether to cut taxes or invest in state programs. ....

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State expects another budget surplus despite economic uncertainty

Gov. Janet Mills said in a statement that an additional $282 million in projected revenue this year would help create an 'emergency winter energy relief program' to help struggling Mainers. ....

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State expects another budget surplus despite economic uncertainty

Gov. Janet Mills said in a statement that an additional $283 million in projected revenue this year would help create an 'emergency winter energy relief program' to help struggling Mainers. ....

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