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The Trump administration cut $400 million (41%) from AmeriCorps, putting over 120 positions and eight programs in Maine at risk.
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Local Impact on Communities: Small towns like Chebeague Island rely heavily on AmeriCorps members to fill critical service gaps, including wildfire prevention and clean energy projects.
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Loss of Opportunities for Young Volunteers: Many AmeriCorps members, often recent grads in their first professional roles, now face job uncertainty, loss of education awards, and halted community projects.
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Wide-Ranging Program Benefits: AmeriCorps programs in Maine support public health, environmental education, digital inclusion, and outdoor recreation—efforts now threatened by funding cuts.
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Legal Challenge Underway: Maine joined 22 other states in a lawsuit alleging the cuts violated federal law and disproportionately harm underserved communities.