Augusta, Maine — Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) calls out Maine’s series of long‑standing policy decisions that have limited the state’s competitive position within New England. New data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) highlight a troubling reality for Maine. While much of the country is experiencing stronger economic momentum, Maine continues to fall behind, a result of years of misguided policy decisions.
AFP Region Director Ross Connolly said:
“Maine’s economic stagnation isn’t an accident; it’s the direct result of policy choices. Maine currently sits 45th overall, based on key indicators like tax burden, regulatory environment, and labor policy. These factors directly impact whether businesses invest, expand, and create jobs in the state.
“The Pine Tree State is further handicapping its growth and future opportunities by freezing projects that will bring in jobs and innovation, such as data centers, and pursuing new taxes that risk driving out residents, like a millionaires tax.
“Unfortunately, families and business owners are paying the price. If lawmakers want a different result, they need to pursue a different approach that prioritizes lowering costs and removing barriers to success. Other states, like our neighbors in New Hampshire, are proving that when you get policy right, growth follows. Maine should be leading, not lagging.”
