Mills says state economy is doing well in State of the Budget address [Video]

Gov. Janet Mills outlined to the legislature her final biennial budget as Maine’s governor on Tuesday night and repeated things we’ve heard before, like her administration’s commitment to funding free community college, 55% of the state’s public school budget and free school lunches for Maine students. “I welcome a robust discussion among Democrats, Republicans and Independents during this legislative session because I want everyone to benefit from the availability of good jobs, a good public education, and good health care in our state – things that allow every person to be their best selves,” she said to the legislature.She also told lawmakers that the state economy is growing faster than any other state in New England and continued to tout her record-high rainy day fund.”In fact, this emergency fund has grown by nearly $720 million since I took office,” Mills said.She did point to proposed taxes, like a $1 tax …