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State Senator, 8th District

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Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A state senator votes on Maine laws and the state budget.

Leo C. Kenney

Republican

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  • Supports a reliable, affordable energy system
  • Pledges to strengthen rural health care and mental health services
  • Pledges to raise Maine's education rankings
  • Pledges to keep taxes and spending in check
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  1. Supports a reliable, affordable energy system

    Leo Kenney for State Senate

    Campaign website · leokenneyforsenate.com

    “I will work to help build an energy system that's reliable, affordable, and built for the future”
  2. Pledges to strengthen rural health care and mental health services

    Leo Kenney for State Senate

    Campaign website · leokenneyforsenate.com

    “I’m committed to strengthening rural healthcare, improving mental health services, and ensuring that the State is paying its bills.”
  3. Pledges to raise Maine's education rankings

    Leo Kenney for State Senate

    Campaign website · leokenneyforsenate.com

    “I want to make sure every student in Maine has a real chance to succeed and will work to restore Maine’s ranking”
  4. Pledges to keep taxes and spending in check

    Leo Kenney for State Senate: About

    Campaign website · leokenneyforsenate.com

    “working to keep spending in check and property taxes affordable”
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Michael Tipping

DemocraticIncumbent

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