Democrat Jon HinckChanging the State of Maine

Who am I?

I am a lawyer, an environmental activist, and an advocate for the underrepresented and disadvantaged. Since the election of 2006, I am also a legislator serving in the Maine House of Representatives and representing District 118, the West End and parts of the Libbytown and Oakdale neighborhoods in Portland.

What do I do?

As a member of the Utilities and Energy Committee, I work to move the state forward in improving energy efficiency and developing clean renewable power, while also protecting the rights and interests of ratepayers and utility consumers.

My mission:

In public life, my objective is to work to advance the interests of justice, freedom, fairness and equality as well as economic opportunity, quality education, and a clean and healthy environment for all.

The Issues

• Energy and Heating

  Cold days and nights are not far from Mainers’ minds this winter as we face some of the worst home heating costs ever.

• Education

  Cold days and nights are not far from Mainers’ minds this winter as we face some of the worst home heating costs ever.

• Environmental Health

  Cold days and nights are not far from Mainers’ minds this winter as we face some of the worst home heating costs ever.

• Civil Liberties

  Cold days and nights are not far from Mainers’ minds this winter as we face some of the worst home heating costs ever.

Recent News

Friday, February 29, 2008Protecting children from toxics in toys

“Maine supports bill to target toxic toys,” Forbes Magazine article on Maine’s leadership on protecting children from toxins in toys.

Tuesday, April 8, 2008Compelling reasons to limit vehicle idling

“Compelling reasons to limit vehicle idling,” Jon’s op-ed in the Kennebec Journal responding to issues that had been raised during debates over his vehicle idling reduction bill. Link.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008Change is in the Air this Christmastime

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Wednesday, November 5, 2008Re-election!

Jon has won re-election to the Maine State House.

Jon has a clear-eyed assessment of what Portland needs to thrive. I greatly appreciate his attention to the interests of small local businesses and ordinary folks.

Chris Cook, Owner Ohno Cafe, 87 Brackett Street

Jon works for the rights of all Mainers. His high standards and collaborative approach can help us ensure that our state lives up to its promise of equality for all.

Mary Bonauto, Civil Rights Lawyer, 14 Kenwood Street