Evaluation of Maine state website

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Contents

Maine.gov is the website for the state of Maine.

[edit] Website evaluation

[edit] The good

  • Site has a search function and is fairly easy to navigate.
  • Budget is published.[1]
  • Comprehensive information on making public records requests is provided.[2]
  • State ethics commission information is provided.[3]
  • Audit reports are published.[4]
  • Service[5] and labor contracts are available.[6]
  • Tax information is posted.[7]
  • Elected officials are available with contact information in a searchable database.[8]
  • Administrative officials listed with contact information under respective agency.[9]
  • Provides list of registered lobbyists and lobbying reports.[10]

[edit] The bad

  • Does not provide information on state-paid lobbying and agency lobbying contracts.

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[edit] References