State of the Union
Last Tuesday night, the President delivered his fifth State of the Union address. Throughout the night he appeared confident, comfortable, and surprisingly nonpartisan. He was not overly confrontational, and on a number of occasions recognized the value of Republican priorities such as corporate tax reform and finding ways to bring businesses back to the U.S. In his remarks, he identified many of the challenges our society continues to confront, especially a weakened middle class, and charted a course for the future direction of the country. Read more ...
Connecting With Mainers
Last month I spent our state work period meeting with business owners, educators, and community leaders to learn about projects they are working on, challenges they face, and what I can do to help. Here is a snap shot of a few places I visited:
At the SMCC Advanced Technology & Engineering Center in Brunswick, I learned how the school is working with industry partners to ensure that students have the necessary skills for success in today's job market. You can read more about my visit here.
I toured the Maine Veterans' Home in Scarborough where I learned what the federal government can do to help improve services.
At Educare Central Maine I saw first-hand the positive impact early childhood education programs like Head Start and its partners have on our communities. Learn more here.
At Stratton Lumber Co., Pierre Gapiery, the mill's owner, shows me how they are increasing efficiency through new automated technology.
Jody Fletcher of Maine Wood Concepts, Inc. showed me several of their wood product lines including these beautifully crafted salt and pepper mills.
Members of my staff in Maine tour the Port of Entry facility in Jackman.
Policy Update
We're one month into the new year and already I've been busy working with my colleagues on legislation to protect the interest of Mainers.
In the News
On CNN's New Day, Sens. King and Coburn discuss their plan to save taxpayer dollars by ending tax exemptions for the NFL and other pro sports leagues.
Sen. King Joins WGME 13 and Fox 23's Good Morning Maine to share his impressions of the President's State of the Union address.
The New York Times: Don't Undermine the Iran Deal, By Sens. Levin and King
King, Pingree Urge FEMA to Use Local Flood Reports
The Piscataquis Observer: Managing a Mountain of Mail, by Sen. Angus King
NECN: Maine Sen. King Targets ACA's New Menu Labeling Rules
Please visit https://www.king.senate.gov for more updates and let us hear from you. Our toll free number in Maine is 1-800-432-1599.
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