Representative Daniel Newman of Belgrade is currently serving his second term representing House District 58, which includes the towns of Belgrade, Fayette, Mount Vernon, New Sharon, Rome, and Vienna. He serves on the 131st Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety just as he did in his previous term.
Rep. Newman has served the people of Belgrade for three years on the town budget committee and for twelve years on the Select Board. No stranger to public service, Representative Newman has also served his community and surrounding towns as a Lieutenant on the Belgrade Fire Department.
Dan and his wife, Patri, have two children.
Heated language heightens tensions, and justifies harassment, intimidation, and violence This is Assistant House Republican Leader Katrina Smith with the Weekly Republican Address Maine has always handled disagreement differently. We argue hard, yes — but we don’t tear each other apart, and we don’t allow political disagreement to turn into violence. That matters right now….
This is Representative Arthur Mingo of Calais with the Weekly Republican Address. The world is changing quickly. Events unfold by the minute, not the month. And here in Maine, many people feel change too — not always in good ways. As we look toward 2026, here are a few honest predictions — not from a…
Whistleblower sits down with Rep. Michael Lemelin (R-Chelsea) and Sen. Bruce Bickford (R-Androscoggin) to describe what he witnessed as a Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) examiner in Portland, Kennebunk, Scarborough and Lewiston. He has provided the names of five other BMV examiners who can corroborate certain private interpreters cheated on written exams by providing test…
When concerns arise, those in charge have a responsibility to investigate claims of waste, fraud, and abuse — fully and without delay. This is Rep. Paul Flynn of Albion with the Weekly Republican Address Recent federal findings of fraud in Medicaid, SNAP, and other welfare programs raise serious questions about how taxpayer funds are being…
This is Representative Bob Nutting of Oakland, with a Thanksgiving message on behalf of Maine Legislative Republicans. As families across Maine gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, we want to express our gratitude for the people of this great state — for your resilience, your work ethic, and the way you look out for one another all…
It’s Not Just a Shutdown/Holiday Thing. This is Representative Dean Cray of Palmyra with your Weekly Republican Radio Address. Hunger doesn’t take a holiday — and it doesn’t wait for a government shutdown or a headline. Even when the news moves on, there are still families right here in Maine who struggle to put food…
Last month, Governor Janet Mills issued a directive declining to conform the Maine tax code to several provisions in the federal “Working Families tax Cut Act.” These provisions included the elimination of taxes on tips and overtime pay, as well as an increase in the standard deduction—changes that were designed to reduce the overall tax…
Republicans are focused on the issues that matter most to Maine citizens This is Assistant House Republican Leader Katrina Smith of Palermo with the Weekly Republican Radio Address. The Legislature returns in January with over 500 bills to consider — hundreds carried over from last session, plus new department bills added to the pile. Recently,…
Mainers Need Tax Relief This is Representative Billy Bob Faulkingham of Winter Harbor with the Weekly Republican Address. Governor Janet Mills recently directed the State Tax Assessor not to conform Maine’s 2025 tax code with several federal tax-relief provisions contained in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” “Conformity” simply means Maine mirrors the federal tax…
Legislative Office: (207) 287-1440
Home Office: (207) 458-1837
Email: Daniel.Newman@legislature.maine.gov
Legislative Address:
2 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04330
Home Address:
33 Caribou Road, Belgrade, ME 04917
House: 130, 131
Representative Daniel Newman of Belgrade is currently serving his second term representing House District 58, which includes the towns of Belgrade, Fayette, Mount Vernon, New Sharon, Rome, and Vienna. He serves on the 131st Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety just as he did in his previous term.
Rep. Newman has served the people of Belgrade for three years on the town budget committee and for twelve years on the Select Board. No stranger to public service, Representative Newman has also served his community and surrounding towns as a Lieutenant on the Belgrade Fire Department.
Dan and his wife, Patri, have two children.
Legislative Office: (207) 287-1440
Home Office: (207) 458-1837
Email: Daniel.Newman@legislature.maine.gov
Legislative Address:
2 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04330
Home Address:
33 Caribou Road, Belgrade, ME 04917
House: 130, 131
AUGUSTA – With a district that spans some of Maine’s most productive forests, agricultural lands and iconic outdoor destinations, State Representative Nancy Theriault (R-Millinocket) has been appointed by House Speaker Ryan Fecteau to serve on the Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. House District 29 is uniquely tied to the committee’s work….
2026 Legislative Session Update with Rep. Jim Thorne House District 35 – Carmel and Hermon Investing in Our Children’s Future One of the most promising provisions of the federal Working Families Tax Cut Act is now available to families across America. This summer, Trump Accounts officially launched, giving parents a new way to invest in…
Hi, this is Representative Mark Blier of Buxton with the Weekly Republican Address. Later this month, the State of Maine will begin mailing one-time $300 affordability checks to eligible residents. Let’s call these payments what they are: an election-year vote-buying scheme. These checks were included in Governor Janet Mills’ final budget proposal during an election…
AUGUSTA, Maine — Nancy Theriault of Millinocket was officially sworn in today as the newest member of the Maine House of Representatives, representing House District 29. Theriault was elected in a special election to complete the remaining term of the late Representative Kathy Javner (R-Chester), who passed away earlier this year after a courageous battle…
Hi, this is Assistant House Republican Leader Katrina Smith of Palermo with the Weekly Republican Address. This past week, the Great American Fair was held in Washington, D.C., as part of our nation’s 250th anniversary celebration—a showcase of the people, history, and traditions that make America exceptional. Every state was invited to participate with its…
By Representative Nathan Wadsworth This year, our nation marks a remarkable milestone—250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Across Maine and throughout the country, communities are celebrating the courage, sacrifice, and vision that gave birth to the United States of America. Maine’s America250 observance is highlighting our state’s role in the Revolutionary…
Hello, this is Representative Amanda Collamore with this week’s Republican Address. As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on something that often gets overlooked. If you turn on the television or scroll through social media, it’s easy to believe America is defined by division, dysfunction, and decline. We…
This is Representative Steve Bishop of Bucksport with the Weekly Republican Address. Last year, I stood here in Bucksport discussing a national survey that ranked Maine’s infrastructure the worst in the nation. CNBC’s annual Top States for Business report gave Maine an “F” and ranked us dead last among all 50 states. Legislative Republicans have been…
By Rep. Nathan Wadsworth This week, Vice President JD Vance visited Bangor as part of the administration’s broader focus on fraud prevention, government accountability, and oversight of taxpayer-funded programs. The visit comes shortly after the White House formally established a new federal Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, designed to coordinate anti-fraud efforts across federal agencies…
By Rep. John Eder The 132nd Legislature is finishing its business, meeting one last time this week for Veto Day, where we will either sustain or attempt to override bills vetoed by Governor Mills. Among those the Governor vetoed is a moratorium on AI data centers, which I voted for because, as the architects of…
