New Children's Coloring & Activity
Book Published!
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Uniquely designed and written for Maine’s youth, The Great Whoopie Pie Debate: How Your Idea Becomes Maine Law, is a coloring and activity book to teach the next generation about how their government works.
Written by Senator Justin Chenette, each page is a lesson in the steps of the legislative process with fun facts about the Pine Tree State. This educational activity book has children solving puzzles, mazes, crosswords, fill-in-the-blanks, and more to offer an entertaining way to learn about Maine’s political system. This 32-page book visually demonstrates how a law is made from start to finish with a real-life illustration of when Maine legislators debated the state dessert. A perfect resource for teachers and parents alike. |
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Legislature Wraps Up
That's a wrap! After pulling my first all nighter since college, we worked nearly 24 hours straight until 6:45AM this morning to finish the work of the legislative session. As I recover from sleep deprivation, I will be recapping the highlights of bills passed and budget successes. Overall, this session marked a new era of cooperation and civility. Particularly, demonstrated by Gov. Mills, Senate President Jackson, and Speaker Gideon. Even though Democrats had control in all three areas, bipartisanship and communication was encouraged every step. Even when we ultimately disagreed based on our values, it was never personal. Negotiations were in good faith. Sure, there were tense and disappointing moments, but when the tone is respectful, when legislators can vote their conscience without retribution, compromise that yields positive outcomes are a direct result. More on the specific breakdowns soon!
In the News...
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Justin Chenette is serving his 4th term in the Maine legislature with two terms in the Senate and two terms in the House of Representatives. He represents Saco, Old Orchard Beach, Hollis, Limington, and part of Buxton in the Senate. He is currently the Chair of the bipartisan Government Oversight Committee, Co-Chair of the Democracy Reform Caucus, and is a member of both the Environment & Natural Resources Committee and the Senate Ethics Committee. Justin also serves as a Citizen Trade Policy Commissioner.
In 2012, Justin made history by becoming the nation’s youngest openly gay legislator and Maine's youngest lawmaker at age 21. He was sworn into office just a week before graduating from college. Justin has been recognized nationally by The Advocate magazine, listing him on their list of the 40 Under 40 most accomplished leaders throughout the country. He has served on various policy committees including Criminal Justice & Public Safety, Taxation, State & Local Government, and was co-chair of the youth caucus.
Justin founded a non-profit organization to advance arts education, connect Veterans to job training, help students afford college, and increase volunteerism, investing nearly $10,000 into the community. He continues this work through his nonprofit scholarship fund. Justin is the past president and current vice president of his community’s downtown revitalization organization, Saco Main Street, is an avid volunteer through the Saco Bay Rotary, Vice President of the Friends of the OOB Ballpark, and as a member of the Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce and Buxton-Hollis Historical Society.
After attending Saco public schools, he graduated high school from Thornton Academy while taking a full semester of college courses at the University of Southern Maine. Justin graduated from Northern Vermont University-Lyndon with a B.S. in Broadcast News. Justin also completed the Senior Executives in State and Local Government program at Harvard University’s Kennedy School after receiving a full ride fellowship.
He currently works as a licensed Realtor at the Bean Group, as the Saco Sport & Fitness's Marketing Coordinator, and as a small business owner, running his own marketing & public relations firm, Chenette Media LLC.
In 2012, Justin made history by becoming the nation’s youngest openly gay legislator and Maine's youngest lawmaker at age 21. He was sworn into office just a week before graduating from college. Justin has been recognized nationally by The Advocate magazine, listing him on their list of the 40 Under 40 most accomplished leaders throughout the country. He has served on various policy committees including Criminal Justice & Public Safety, Taxation, State & Local Government, and was co-chair of the youth caucus.
Justin founded a non-profit organization to advance arts education, connect Veterans to job training, help students afford college, and increase volunteerism, investing nearly $10,000 into the community. He continues this work through his nonprofit scholarship fund. Justin is the past president and current vice president of his community’s downtown revitalization organization, Saco Main Street, is an avid volunteer through the Saco Bay Rotary, Vice President of the Friends of the OOB Ballpark, and as a member of the Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce and Buxton-Hollis Historical Society.
After attending Saco public schools, he graduated high school from Thornton Academy while taking a full semester of college courses at the University of Southern Maine. Justin graduated from Northern Vermont University-Lyndon with a B.S. in Broadcast News. Justin also completed the Senior Executives in State and Local Government program at Harvard University’s Kennedy School after receiving a full ride fellowship.
He currently works as a licensed Realtor at the Bean Group, as the Saco Sport & Fitness's Marketing Coordinator, and as a small business owner, running his own marketing & public relations firm, Chenette Media LLC.
