WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King introduced bipartisan legislation today, the HUBZone Expansion Act, which would better tailor the HUBZone program to meet the needs of communities affected by the closure of U.S. military installations through the Base Closure and Realignment (BRAC) process. “Military bases serve as critical economic engines for the towns and cities in which they are located,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint... Continue Reading »
PRESQUE ISLE, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) delivered the keynote address at the County Cancer Conference hosted by The Aroostook Medical Center (TAMC), where he spoke about his battle with cancer and how that experience has helped shape his support for the Affordable Care Act. Following his remarks, King toured the organization’s new Aroostook Cancer Care Center, a groundbreaking facility that provides comprehensive cancer care and treatment to people in the... Continue Reading »
PRESQUE ISLE, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement praising President Obama’s announcement that he intends to nominate Greg Nadeau to serve as the next Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration: "Greg is an experienced and thoughtful leader who will be a champion for improving and strengthening America's highway system," Senator King said. "As a trusted advisor during my time in the Governor's office, he provided me... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In advance of Infrastructure Week, the Co-chairs of the Former Governors Caucus, Senators Angus King (I-Maine), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), sent a letter calling on their colleagues in the Senate to commit to fully funding national infrastructure and avoid the kinds of short-term fixes that have become routine in recent years. The Senators noted that economists estimate that increasing infrastructure funding by one percent of real GDP would... Continue Reading »
HOULTON, ME – At Katahdin Valley Health Center today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) underscored the importance of ensuring that all Mainers, including those who live in the more rural part of the state, have access to high-quality health services. “The location of your home shouldn’t dictate the quality of your health care,” Senator King said. “But far too often, people who live in rural Maine struggle to find convenient, high-quality health care services... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced today that he has introduced two pieces of legislation that would protect Maine’s interests when it comes to the exportation of natural gas. “Increased natural gas exports will likely lead to increased energy prices. That’s why sending more natural gas abroad right now isn’t in the best interest of the country or in the best interest of the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services and Intelligence Committees, released the following statement after the Senate passed the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015: “Today’s strong bipartisan vote is a major victory for thoughtful and responsible governing and a rare triumph of policy over partisanship,” Senator King said. “By passing a bill that provides Congress with a productive and sensible say... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) will award a total of $894,300 in grant funding to nine organizations in Maine that foster artistic creativity and innovation in their communities. The Maine Arts Commission will receive $723,300 while the remaining $171,000 will be distributed to eight other organizations listed below. These grants will support a wide range of artistic endeavors... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today that the U.S. Navy plans to provide $9.8 million for Operations and Maintenance funding for a repair and modernization project at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, Maine. Specifically, the project will include repairs to the pump well on one of PNSY’s dry docks, electrical system repairs, and repairs to the fire protection system. “The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), along with Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Pat Roberts (R-Kan.), has introduced bipartisan legislation that would reauthorize a critical tax provision for improving access to affordable housing and spurring private investment in developments that support small businesses and construction jobs nationwide. The Improving the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Rate Act would reauthorize the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), which is... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Congressman Bruce Poliquin announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will award the Skowhegan Fire Department $57,300 as part of the Assistance to Firefighter Grant (AFG). “With a recent brush fire warning issued for Maine, we must make sure our firefighters are equipped with the proper protective and safety gear they need,” said Senators Collins,... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today introduced The Free Market Energy Act of 2015, major legislation that will help foster individual energy independence, encourage innovation in cutting-edge energy technologies, create jobs, and bolster national security by moving America’s electricity system into the future. “Whether it’s solar panels on the roof or battery storage in the basement,... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Budget Committee and Budget Conference Committee, released the following statement after the Senate approved the conference committee report by a vote of 51 to 48: “Our nation’s fiscal challenges require a serious approach to budgeting, but unfortunately, this isn’t it. This budget would only hurt Maine families and our nation’s economy,” Senator King said. “By focusing solely... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today congratulated Caitlin Peterson of Portland for receiving the 2015 Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year Award from the American Network of Community Options and Resources. This prestigious award is given annually to an outstanding individual in each state to recognize the work of direct support professionals across our nation who support people with intellectual, developmental, and other... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement in response to the President’s nomination of General Joseph Dunford to be the next Chairman and General Paul Selva to be the next Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff: “Our country, along with our allies and partners abroad, face serious threats that require serious leadership," Senator King said. “I believe General... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Congresswoman Chellie Pingree announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended a major disaster declaration for the state of Maine to include Sagadahoc County. Sagadahoc will now be eligible for disaster assistance to support emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities in response to the blizzard and flooding that occurred on January 26-28, 2015. Collins, King,... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King congratulated Meghan Charest of Falmouth and Kevin Ayotte of Madawaska for being named the top youth volunteers in Maine for 2015 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Senators Collins and King met with the two winners to recognize and thank them for their work in their communities and their contributions to the state of Maine. “Meghan and Kevin have demonstrated a remarkable commitment to their communities,... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King congratulated the Loyal Biscuit Co., a small business in Maine, on their selection as the State Small Business Award Winner of 2015. This award, a part of U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 52nd National Small Business Week (May 4-8), highlights the impact and accomplishments of American small businesses. “Innovative small businesses across our state and country are critical engines of economic growth... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter today, U.S. Senators Angus King, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and Susan Collins urged the Department of Energy to ensure that proposals to export U.S. natural gas benefit the state. “If an export project attempts to pull natural gas north along the Maritimes and Northeast Pipeline, then such a project may not be in the public interest unless it benefits the consumers of the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement today in response to the Department of Transportation issuing tougher safety regulations governing the transport of oil and ethanol by rail: “Communities all across the country – from Maine to West Virginia to California – have experienced the destruction wreaked by the derailment of rail cars and the outdated regulations governing them,” Senator King said. “No one ought to... Continue Reading »
