It Is Not Too Late To License Your Dog
Executive Order 29 FY 20/21 allows dog owners extra time to license their animals. Owners now have until June 2, 2021, to renew overdue dog licenses. Licenses are available online and pet owners are strongly encouraged to renew license(s) before June 2 to avoid late fees. Veterinarian-administered rabies vaccinations and immunizations are required to be kept current. A rabies certificate is required when applying for a license.
Why was this Executive Order necessary?
Using the online service you will be able to enter into the Maine Moose Permit Lottery. From the list of lottery applicants, the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife will administer a chance drawing to select winners for a Maine Moose Hunting Permit. To hunt moose in Maine, hunters must have one of these special Moose Hunting Permits.
CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION
Applications must be completed by 11:59 pm (ET) on May 13, 2021.
Moose Lottery drawing to be held in June 2021.
Who can use this service?
You are eligible to apply if:
To complete the application you will need:
Gear up with Maine State Parks apparel and consider gifting it to your loved ones this February to show your love for the iconic parks for which Maine is renowned. Hoodies, t-shirts and caps in a variety of colors are available at our online store.
Executive Order 29 FY 20/21 allows dog owners extra time to license their animals. Owners now have until June 2, 2021, to renew overdue dog licenses. Licenses are available online and pet owners are strongly encouraged to renew license(s) before June 2 to avoid late fees. Veterinarian-administered rabies vaccinations and immunizations are required to be kept current. A rabies certificate is required when applying for a license.
Why was this Executive Order necessary?
- Dogs traditionally must be vaccinated and registered within their municipalities by the end of the calendar year.
- At the start of the pandemic, many licensing requirements were temporarily suspended, including dog licensing.
- With municipalities now operating at near pre-pandemic hours and in the interest of animal health, the licensure requirement has been reinstated.
- Pet owners with overdue licenses have until June 2, 2021, to renew dog licenses.
- Learn more about dog licenses, including fees, animal welfare and other important topics by visiting Maine's Dog Licensing Online Purchasing & Renewal webpage.
Using the online service you will be able to enter into the Maine Moose Permit Lottery. From the list of lottery applicants, the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife will administer a chance drawing to select winners for a Maine Moose Hunting Permit. To hunt moose in Maine, hunters must have one of these special Moose Hunting Permits.
CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION
Applications must be completed by 11:59 pm (ET) on May 13, 2021.
Moose Lottery drawing to be held in June 2021.
Who can use this service?
You are eligible to apply if:
- You are eligible to obtain a Maine Big Game Hunting License or will be eligible to obtain a Maine Big Game Hunting License by the opening day of the Moose hunting season.
- Applicants under 10 years of age on 9/27/2021 may apply for a bonus point only but are not eligible to win a permit.
- Sub-permittees and alternate sub-permittees must be 10 years of age on or before 9/27/2021.
To complete the application you will need:
- Current Hunting License if you are applying with a Superpack license.
- Personal information (Name, Address, DOB, etc)
- Sub-permittee information (if applicable)
- Credit or debit card (Discover, Visa and Mastercard accepted)
Gear up with Maine State Parks apparel and consider gifting it to your loved ones this February to show your love for the iconic parks for which Maine is renowned. Hoodies, t-shirts and caps in a variety of colors are available at our online store.
Dear Friends:
It's a great honor to have the opportunity to serve the people of Senate District 17 in the 130th Legislature.
If you have a question or comment about what is happening at the State House, I would like to hear from you. Please contact me at Russell.Black@legislature.maine.gov or (207) 287-1505.
Here's an update on what is happening in Augusta.
Sincerely,
Russell Black
Senate District 17 includes all of Franklin County communities as well as the Kennebec County communities of Belgrade, Fayette, Mount Vernon and Vienna.
State News Update
Register Now for the Maine Moose Lottery
Forget the Megabucks! Now is the time to register for the annual Moose Permit lottery to be held in June. In order to get a license to hunt a moose in Maine, you need a permit, but so many people want them that they are awarded through a lottery system. Register by May 13, 2021 to be in the drawing to determine who will get their moose permits. For more information, click here: https://mooselottery.web.maine.gov/online/moose/
There’s a New, Easier Procedure for Submitting Testimony on a Bill
The technical staff at the State House has created an easier way to provide testimony to virtual public hearings on bills in legislative committees. The new Web page allows the public to register to give oral testimony via Zoom or submit your thoughts in writing to the appropriate committee. It is important that your voice is heard in Augusta, so take a few moments to learn about the now easier process. To visit the new page, go to www.mainelegislature.org/testimony/ or click here.
Louisiana Pacific Invests $150 million in LP Houlton Expansion
The LP Houlton Mill in New Limerick is slated to receive an investment of approximately $150 million to convert part of the facility to manufacture SmartSide, an advanced engineered wood strand siding. The parent company, Louisiana Pacific Building Solutions, a Tennessee-based manufacturer of engineered wood building products, says the expansion will mean an increase in their need for locally sourced fiber by about 30%. For details, click here.
Is There Free Money Waiting for You? Check for Unclaimed Property
Each year, tens of millions of dollars go unclaimed by Maine residents. These financial assets are turned over by thousands of national and local businesses and organizations. The State Treasurer holds these assets, free of charge, until claimed by the owner or heir. Please use this website to search your name, your business, and the name of your friends and family. If you have time, help spread the word about this free service! Visit the unclaimed property Website: https://www.maineunclaimedproperty.gov/
Senate Republican Radio Address
Striving to Protect Maine Workers with the PPP
I had the honor of presenting this week's radio address where I discussed the recent controversy over the federal Paycheck Protection Program and why Maine should not tax these funds.
To see the address in video or text form, click here.
It's a great honor to have the opportunity to serve the people of Senate District 17 in the 130th Legislature.
If you have a question or comment about what is happening at the State House, I would like to hear from you. Please contact me at Russell.Black@legislature.maine.gov or (207) 287-1505.
Here's an update on what is happening in Augusta.
Sincerely,
Russell Black
Senate District 17 includes all of Franklin County communities as well as the Kennebec County communities of Belgrade, Fayette, Mount Vernon and Vienna.
State News Update
Register Now for the Maine Moose Lottery
Forget the Megabucks! Now is the time to register for the annual Moose Permit lottery to be held in June. In order to get a license to hunt a moose in Maine, you need a permit, but so many people want them that they are awarded through a lottery system. Register by May 13, 2021 to be in the drawing to determine who will get their moose permits. For more information, click here: https://mooselottery.web.maine.gov/online/moose/
There’s a New, Easier Procedure for Submitting Testimony on a Bill
The technical staff at the State House has created an easier way to provide testimony to virtual public hearings on bills in legislative committees. The new Web page allows the public to register to give oral testimony via Zoom or submit your thoughts in writing to the appropriate committee. It is important that your voice is heard in Augusta, so take a few moments to learn about the now easier process. To visit the new page, go to www.mainelegislature.org/testimony/ or click here.
Louisiana Pacific Invests $150 million in LP Houlton Expansion
The LP Houlton Mill in New Limerick is slated to receive an investment of approximately $150 million to convert part of the facility to manufacture SmartSide, an advanced engineered wood strand siding. The parent company, Louisiana Pacific Building Solutions, a Tennessee-based manufacturer of engineered wood building products, says the expansion will mean an increase in their need for locally sourced fiber by about 30%. For details, click here.
Is There Free Money Waiting for You? Check for Unclaimed Property
Each year, tens of millions of dollars go unclaimed by Maine residents. These financial assets are turned over by thousands of national and local businesses and organizations. The State Treasurer holds these assets, free of charge, until claimed by the owner or heir. Please use this website to search your name, your business, and the name of your friends and family. If you have time, help spread the word about this free service! Visit the unclaimed property Website: https://www.maineunclaimedproperty.gov/
Senate Republican Radio Address
Striving to Protect Maine Workers with the PPP
I had the honor of presenting this week's radio address where I discussed the recent controversy over the federal Paycheck Protection Program and why Maine should not tax these funds.
To see the address in video or text form, click here.