In November 2024, more than 74% of the Maine electorate voted in favor of a Ballot Question 1, which places a $5,000 per calendar year limit on contributions to political action committees that make independent expenditures, effectively ending super PACs in Maine. The law was quickly challenged by two super PACs that have asked a federal court to permanently block the law and override the will of Maine voters.

In February 2025, Free Speech For People, on behalf of Mainers For Working Families, filed an amicus brief in support of the state’s opposition to the motion for permanent injunction, arguing that Maine voters have a constitutional right to limit contributions to prevent the risk of quid pro quo corruption and the appearance of corruption. The Court also granted intervention to EqualCitizens, a state senator, and citizens who proposed the ballot initiative.

Free Speech For People is proud to represent Mainers For Working Families, along with local counsel Peter J. Brann from Brann & Isaacson.