eDemocracyeDemocracy on Maine.gov uses the power of the Internet to bring people closer to their government and enhance democracy in Maine. Through online information and services, this initiative aims to help citizens better understand their government, to encourage citizen participation in government, and to provide greater communication, access, and accountability of government. The Internet provides new opportunities for involving citizens in the democratic process.
Maine.gov itself is an important part of eDemocracy, breaking down barriers between government and citizens. Now more than ever, through Maine.gov you can complete government transactions online with ease and convenience, and you can find news, laws, forms, assistance, and information of all kinds related to state and local government.
Understand Your Government
Learn how Maine's government is structured, how laws are made, and how the state budget process works.
Participate in Your Government
Find out how you can get involved through public meetings and hearings, contacting your officials, running for office or serving on a state Board, participating in town meetings, or working on a Citizen's Initiative.
Stay Informed
Keep track of government happenings through electronic newsletters, official state news, national and world news services, and legislative information.
Elections & Voting
Election information at the local, state, and national level: news, candidates, where to vote, election ethics, voter registration, absentee voting, more.
Access to Public Information
Freedom of Information laws and information about accessing public records.
Democracy for Kids & Young Voters
Resources for young and first-time voters, Maine's Mock Election, and state and national government resources for kids, students, parents, and teachers.
eDemocracy Resources
General eDemocracy-related organizations and web sites. Discussion forums, news, election information.
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