January 6, 2023
AUGUSTA – Local Reps. Michele Meyer, D-Eliot, and Tiffany Roberts, D-South Berwick, will serve as House chairs of key legislative policy panels.
Meyer will serve as House chair of the Legislature’s Health and Human Services Committee.
“As state representative, I work hard to deliver on the promise to improve the lives of my constituents and all the people of Maine,” said Meyer who is a registered nurse. “The work of the Health and Human Services Committee is central to that endeavor. I am honored to continue our work to ensure that all Mainers can lead healthy, fulfilling lives and provide for themselves and their loved ones.”
Meyer has served on the Health and Human Services Committee for the past four years, the last two as House chair. The committee oversees policy regarding MaineCare, mental health services, home- and community-based long-term care, nursing facilities and other issues.
Roberts will return to the Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business Committee. The committee tackles legislation related to economic development, student debt relief, consumer protection, research and development, and occupational licensing. Roberts has served on the committee for four years, two as chair.
“I am honored to again be named chair of this committee”, said Roberts. “I will work hard to find bipartisan solutions and continue our work from the last legislature, to ensure Mainers can have secure jobs, support their families and contribute to their thriving communities.”
Meyer and Roberts were appointed to their respective chair positions by House Speaker Rachel Talbot Ross, D-Portland.
Both lawmakers are serving their third terms in the Maine House. Meyer represents Eliot and parts of Kittery and South Berwick. Roberts represents part of North Berwick and part of South Berwick.
A complete list of legislative committees and their newly appointed members can be found here.
Contact:
Brian Lee [Meyer, Roberts], 305-965-2744
