What the Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices took up at its meetings since 2019: late-filing penalties and requests to waive them, complaints and requests to investigate, audits, and what it decided, as its meeting pages record them. A complaint is an allegation; the decision is the Commission's. Items naming someone on this site are also on their page.
At the Commission’s May 6, 2026 meeting, the Commission considered complaints against three Democratic candidates for Governor concerning red box messages on their campaign websites. The Commission will give the issue additional consideration after reviewing a legal memo from its counsel and other input. Additional Materials - Campaign Legal Center Comments Additional Materials - Draft Advisory Statement
Decided: To adopt the Advisory Statement and promulgate it as effectively as possible. (vote 4-0)
The Commission received complaints about three Democratic candidates for Governor concerning red box messages on their campaign websites. Additional Material - Comments by Maine Citizens for Clean Elections Additional Material - Response from Nirav Shah
Decided: To request Mr. Bolton provide a legal opinion advising candidates and campaigns on the matter. (vote 4-0)