Around New England

Maine Bill Would Require Women To Be Given A Year’s Worth of Contraceptives At A Time

Matthew McDonald

Currently health insurers in Maine pay for women to get up to three months' worth of contraceptives at a time. Health insurance companies say the proposed change in the law would be costly for them.

Around New England

African Hair Braiding Without A License May Soon Become Legal in New Hampshire

Matthew McDonald

New Hampshire has one of the most restrictive licensing laws in the country when it comes to hair braiding, even though it involves no chemicals. The state legislature is considering a bill that would eliminate licensing requirements.

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