AUGUSTA, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today joined health professionals and advocates at Maine Veterans’ Home in Augusta to discuss ways to lower the high cost of drugs and increase transparency of drug prices. During the conversation, Senator King outlined his support for the Drug-Price Transparency in Communications Act and the Creating and Restoring Equal Access To Equivalent Samples (CREATES) Act. The Drug-Price Transparency in Communications Act would require prices to... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – With the support of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Budget Committee, the U.S. Senate passed the Fiscal Year 2018 Omnibus Federal Appropriations bill, which funds the government through September 30, 2018 and includes funding for several priorities Senator King has advocated for that benefit Maine. “Despite my frustration with the budget process over the last few months, the bill passed today funds important programs and initiatives... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and the Office of Head Start (OHS) has awarded the York County Community Action Corporation a total of $1,046,496 for its Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Sanford. The funding aims to support the well-being and school preparedness of families and their children in the Sanford... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony in the U.S. Capitol today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) joined a bipartisan group of congressional leaders from the Senate and House to honor the men and woman who served in the Office of Strategic Services (OSS). The OSS was an intelligence agency formed during World War II and is the predecessor to the CIA. “I’m especially honored to be here... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In today’s Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) highlighted the severe threat to our nation’s electoral systems and urged action from Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristjen Nielsen. “I spent about an hour yesterday afternoon reading the classified draft report of our Committee on this... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) was honored with the “Congressional Champion for Children” Award by Save the Children Action Network. The award, which was presented during the annual Invest in Kids Advocacy Summit, was presented to Senator King for his leadership in sponsoring the Promoting Affordable Childcare for Everyone (PACE) Act. “Quality childcare makes a major difference in the lives of young people in Maine and across the country, and... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King congratulated students from Bangor High School on winning the regional competition for the 2018 National Science Bowl (NSB), sponsored by the Department of Energy. The students will now advance to compete in the NSB National Finals this April in Washington, D.C. “We are pleased to congratulate this group of bright students at Bangor High School on advancing to the National Science Bowl Finals,” said... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) and a group of bipartisan leaders on the Senate Broadband Caucus today hosted an event on closing the digital divide and helping create new education opportunities for students, teachers, and administrators. The event, “Connecting Our Students: Closing the Digital Divide and the Future of Education,” featured remarks by caucus co-chairs U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine), John Boozman (R-Ark.), and Shelley Moore Capito... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement after the Senate Intelligence Committee issued its recommendations to states on how to best ensure secure elections. This is first of an expected series of reports resulting from the Committee's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. “Over the past 16 months, the Senate Intelligence Committee has worked in a thorough and bipartisan manner to understand the extent of the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C.– U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that The City of Bath will receive a $2,300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development, as well as a $6,500,000 Water and Waste Disposal Direct Loan. The City of Bath will use the funds to improve the wastewater management system, and to begin a series of immediate upgrades. “These funds will allow the City of Bath to update critical infrastructure and improve the quality of life for the... Continue Reading »
PORTLAND, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today joined patients, health care providers and advocates at Martin’s Point Health Care in Portland to discuss efforts to reduce health insurance premiums and stabilize the marketplace under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). “The Affordable Care Act has helped millions of Americans get health care coverage, but still, there is more work to be done,”... Continue Reading »
BANGOR, ME –Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) attended the 80th Annual Eastern Maine Sportsmen’s Show at the University of Maine in Orono. The event included over 150 vendors involved in the outdoor recreation industry and conservation work across the state. “Hunting, fishing, hiking and other outdoor recreational activities aren’t just Maine traditions – they’re also important parts of our state’s economy,” said Senator King. “The men... Continue Reading »
AUGUSTA, ME -- Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) shared his first post on the online publishing platform Medium. In the post, which can be viewed HERE, Senator King discusses last month’s 25th anniversary of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the importance of paid leave for the American workforce. “Throughout my time in the Senate, I’ve made it a priority to keep the people of Maine informed of my work,” Senator King said. “Medium grants me another tool... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Representative Bruce Poliquin today applauded an announcement from the Department of Defense (DOD) that it has awarded New Balance a $17,325,438 firm-fixed-price contract to provide American-made New Balance athletic shoes to initial entry service members upon arrival at basic training. The members of the Maine delegation fought for the inclusion of a provision in the fiscal year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act... Continue Reading »
BRUNSWICK, ME -- Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement on the death of Don Collins, the father of Senator Susan Collins: “Mary and I are saddened by the passing of Don Collins. Don represented the best of Maine: a dedicated public servant, a pillar of the business community and a loving husband and father. His contributions, in the County and across our state, will not be forgotten, and our prayers are with his family during this difficult time.” Continue Reading »
SANFORD, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) joined a bipartisan group of senators in sending a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai expressing serious concerns about the agency’s recently released Mobility Fund Phase II (MF II) map. The purpose of this fund is to allocate $4.53 billion over the next 10 years to preserve and expand 4G LTE mobile coverage in rural areas. “We understand that the map was developed based on a preliminary assessment... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that legislation to remove an antiquated deed restricting the use of land next to the Old Town Municipal Airport has passed the Senate with unanimous consent. The removal of the restriction will allow the city and the airport to work together to pursue economic development opportunities, attract new businesses, and help create jobs. The bill was introduced by Senator King and cosponsored by Senator Collins in... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. –U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho) today applauded the passage of their Securing Energy Infrastructure Act by the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR). The bipartisan legislation, which aims to develop solutions to defend the U.S. energy grid using a “retro” approach that could safeguard against cyber-attacks, was advanced by a voice vote. “In recent years, we’ve withstood cyber-attacks against our... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) was named a “YMCA Congressional Champion” in Washington, D.C. for his sponsorship of the Promoting Affordable Childcare for Everyone (PACE) Act and his efforts in eliminating health disparities through support of the REACH program. “YMCAs play a vital role in uniting towns across Maine and advocating for policies that strengthen our communities,” said Senator King. “Their work with groups ranging from... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) introduced the Northern Border Regional Commission Reauthorization Act with Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Pat Leahy (D-VT), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH). The Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) funds grants for projects throughout northern and central Maine, as well as northern New York, New Hampshire, and Vermont, spurring economic and community... Continue Reading »
