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Maine Senate opens short session, honors retiring Lewiston police chief David St. Pierre
Summary
The Maine Senate convened for the second session of the 130th Legislature, conducted routine business and roll call, honored David St. Pierre on his retirement after 33 years with the Lewiston Police Department and noted his nomination to be a U.S. marshal, then dispensed with numerous readings and recessed until Jan. 13, 2026.
The Maine Senate convened in the State House chamber for the opening of the second session of the 130th Legislature. After a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, the clerk conducted roll call and the chair declared a quorum present.
The body read an official legislative sentiment recognizing David St. Pierre of Lewiston for 33 years of service with the Lewiston Police Department and extended congratulations on his retirement and pending nomination to be U.S. marshal for the District of Maine. "We extend our congratulations and best wishes," the clerk read on the Senate floor announcing the sentiment. Senator Perce, speaking for colleagues who could not attend, said the nomination continued St. Pierre’s public service.
Senator Serway recalled training alongside St. Pierre at the police academy and offered a personal note of praise: "He's kinda like a brother to me," Serway said, adding that he was proud of St. Pierre’s career and prospects for the U.S. Marshals Service. Other senators credited St. Pierre with leadership during the aftermath of the 2003 Lewiston mass shooting and with long-standing efforts to support front-line officers' equipment, training and benefits.
The chair used opening remarks to outline session priorities and pressures facing Mainers — from farmers and fishermen to older residents struggling with heating costs and families seeking affordable child care — and urged senators to focus on the common good during the short session.
The Senate also welcomed Nurse Practitioner Lori Towne of Dover-Foxcroft, introduced as medical provider of the day and as president of the Maine Nurse Practitioner Association. Towne was the guest of multiple senators and was invited to accept the greetings of the chamber.
The session proceeded with routine business, including multiple procedural motions and committee referrals. The Senate adjourned pursuant to a joint order and will reconvene on Jan. 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., or at the call of the president and the speaker.
