December 13th, 2008:

I appreciate your visit to my web site. As you will notice, I am in the process of updating my site to be ready for launch in the beginning of 2009.

The challenges we must confront over the next legislative session are large and complex. To add to the challenge, we face a national recession that extends to nearly every sector of our economy. In Augusta, we will need to come together to find realistic solutions that meet the needs of Maine families - energy security, reforming health care, green economy economic development and tax reform.

As I have always said, I am a firm believer in open communication between the people and government. I hope this web site will give my constituents the ability to stay connected to my work in Augusta.

CLOTURE: The deadline for new bills to be submitted is January 15th. If you or your organization would like to speak with me about an idea or a bill - please feel free to get in contact with me. (Email: martinHD18@jimmartin.com or Call: 942-7681).

In the meantime, I would like to wish all of you and your families a very Merry Christmas, a Happy Hanukah and a more prosperous New Year.