
Maine set to become first state with data center ban
More than a dozen other states are considering similar bans as fears around centers and high energy prices grow.
The 2028 Maine Secretary of State general election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect the state's chief election officer. This partisan race determines who will oversee Maine's elections, maintain public records, and administer the state's electoral processes.
The 2028 Maine Secretary of State general election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect the state's chief election officer. This partisan race determines who will oversee Maine's elections, maintain public records, and administer the state's electoral processes.
Maine voters can register online, by mail, or in person at their town office or city hall. The registration deadline is October 21, 2028. Early voting begins October 7, 2028 and runs through November 3, 2028. On Election Day, polls are open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Voters must provide identification if registering for the first time by mail; acceptable forms include a Maine driver's license, state ID, or utility bill showing name and address.