WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services and Intelligence Committees, released the following statement tonight following President Obama’s remarks outlining his strategy to combat ISIS: “Tonight, the President laid out the outline of a comprehensive plan to eliminate ISIS, a dangerous terrorist organization that threatens our partners in the region and Europe, the people of Iraq and Syria, and Americans – both here at... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In advance of a Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee Hearing next week on the state of small banks in the United States, U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) today urged Committee Chairman, Senator Tim Johnson (D-S.D.), and Ranking Member, Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), to provide relief to America’s community banks struggling under the weight of shortsighted regulations. King and Fischer are authors of the RELIEVE Act,... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, as organizations and leading tech businesses across the country rally support for stronger net neutrality rules during a national day of action, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) urged the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in a letter to implement “strong and unambiguous” rules that will guarantee open and equal access to the Internet for everyone. “Like water or electricity, the Internet is a staple of our lives and our... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King this evening attended the “Taste of Maine” reception hosted by the Maine State Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. The event, held in the historic Kennedy Caucus Room, attracted several Senators from other states including New York, Hawaii, Montana, Indiana, and Tennessee, as well Mainers living in Washington. Some of the items served tonight included Maine's world-famous products, like lobster,... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – After visiting a number of Maine businesses that rely on the financial backing provided by the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank), U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) announced today that he has cosponsored legislation to reauthorize the bank for an additional five years. The Ex-Im Bank, which will cease operations if Congress does not renew its charter by the end of this month, is the nation’s official export credit agency and a key export tool... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation will award $25 million in grant funding to the Maine Department of Transportation to replace the Sarah Mildred Long Bridge connecting Kittery, ME and Portsmouth, NH. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx notified Senator Collins of the Transportation Investment Generation Economic Recovery (TIGER) VI funding during a phone call today. Senator Collins, the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement today after voting to advance S.J. Res 19., a proposed Constitutional amendment that would regulate and limit the raising and spending of money for federal political campaigns: “The fundamental principle of American democracy has always been that the people govern. But the massive amount of money that flows into our system today only undermines that by drowning out the voices of ordinary... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The offices of Maine’s Congressional Delegation will host a Military Academy Seminar in cooperation with the Maine Maritime Academy in Portland on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at the Clarion Hotel, 1230 Congress Street, from 5:30 – 8:00 PM. Students, parents and guidance counselors who are interested in the application process for the United States Military, Naval, Air Force, Merchant Marine and Coast Guard Academies, state maritime academies, as well as... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) announced today that two healthcare organizations will receive grant awards from the Department of Health and Human Services to help Mainers look for and enroll in health coverage options offered through the marketplace under the Affordable Care Act. Western Maine Community Action will receive $520,376 and Fishing Partnership Support Services will receive $79,624. “The Affordable Care Act has helped thousands of Mainers sign up for... Continue Reading »
WESTBROOK, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) toured IDEXX Laboratories’ new and pioneering Synergy Center at the company’s World Campus in Westbrook. The innovative $35 million expansion project, which was completed in June to coincide with the company’s 30th anniversary, features a wellness center for employees, as well as open work space to encourage a collaborative and more dynamic work environment. “As IDEXX has adeptly recognized, a company... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards has begun its 20th annual search for Maine’s top youth volunteers. The program, which recognizes two students who have made meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service, will be soliciting applications from Maine residents in grades 5-12 until November 4, 2014. Students who are interested in applying or those seeking more information... Continue Reading »
PORTLAND, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) toured Arundel Machine Tool Co. Inc. where he met with management and employees, surveyed the precision manufacturing operation, and learned more about the company’s unique partnership with Thornton Academy that enables high school students to gain valuable, hands-on manufacturing experience through an internship and collaborative classwork. The tour of Arundel Machine followed a visit to Thornton Academy earlier in the day as... Continue Reading »
SACO, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) joined officials from Thornton Academy and the University of New England (UNE) to announce a new partnership between the two that will allow qualified Thornton Academy graduates to enter UNE's College of Arts & Sciences with sophomore standing. During the event, King also announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce was awarding Thornton Academy with its Export Achievement Certificate in recognition of the school’s focus on... Continue Reading »
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME – With thousands of students across the country heading to college this week, and with an unprecedented number of them borrowing student loans to finance their education, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today convened a roundtable discussion at Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) in South Portland to discuss the challenges of college affordability. During the discussion, Senator King also announced that he plans to introduce legislation later this month with... Continue Reading »
BRUNSWICK, ME – In advance of Vice President Joe Biden’s visit to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement: “I am pleased to welcome Vice President Biden to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard where he will have the opportunity to see the extraordinary and important work done day-in-and-day-out in support of our Navy’s attack submarine fleet,” Senator King said.... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded an additional $800,000 in supplemental funding to help communities in Maine clean up contaminated Brownfield sites. The Piscataquis County Economic Development Council will receive $300,000 and the State of Maine Department of Economic and Community Development will receive $500,000. “The Brownfields program is a win-win for the environment and... Continue Reading »
GEORGETOWN, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today announced that three medical centers in Maine will receive a total of $734,757 through the Affordable Care Act Patient Centered Medical Home – Facility Improvement (P-FI) Grant Program. The Katahdin Valley Health Center in Patten and Eastport Health Care, Inc. in Eastport will each receive $250,000. Islands Community Medical Services, Inc. in Vinalhaven will receive $234,757. “Rural healthcare providers face many... Continue Reading »
GEORGETOWN, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today announced that the Monroe Fire Department will receive a federal grant in the amount of $61,275 and the Old Town Fire Rescue Department will receive a federal grant in the amount of $72,675 through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). “It’s critical that our first responders have the resources they need to perform their jobs. These grants will help support the Monroe and Old Town fire departments as they... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter sent today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King urged Secretary of Labor Thomas Perez to approve a Petition for Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) for the 200 workers at Old Town Fuel and Fiber, who have been displaced as a result of a significant drop in demand due to competition with foreign countries. The purpose of the TAA program is to aid workers who lose their jobs or whose hours of work and wages decrease as a result of increased... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) announced that it has begun its statewide selection process, and Senators Susan Collins and Angus King encourage Maine high school students to apply. The USSYP brings two students from each state, the District of Columbia, and the Department of Defense Education Activity to Washington to experience an intensive week-long educational program about the workings of the Senate and the federal government overall. Maine’s... Continue Reading »
