WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, is calling on President Joe Biden to expedite the Administration’s investigation into solar panels and cells imported from Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia. In a letter to President Biden, King and a bipartisan group of 21 Senators highlight the challenges the investigation is already creating for the American solar industry and the devastating economic impact tariffs on... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), Chairman of the Senate National Parks Subcommittee, today released the April episode of Senator King’s “Inside Maine” podcast discussing the importance of America’s National Parks and how the great outdoors supports Maine communities. Senator King was joined by Senator Steve Daines (R-Montana), Ranking Member of the National Parks Subcommittee, and Tom Gorrill, President of the Maine Appalachian Trail Club. During the... Continue Reading »
Waterville, ME – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King spoke at the 48th Annual Department of Maine Disabled American Veterans (DAV) State Convention.The DAV State Convention began with an opening ceremony with a color guard followed by speakers and committee meetings throughout the day. On Saturday, the convention will continue with business meetings; installation of officers; and a keynote speaker, Scott Trimarchi, DAV Assistant National Service Director.“From my father, I... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today released the April edition of “Answering the Call: Maine’s Veteran Voices,” Senator King’s monthly series in which he shares the stories of the lives, service, and sacrifices of Maine’s veteran community. In the sixth interview of the series, conducted in partnership with the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project, Senator King spoke with Fairfield... Continue Reading »
BRUNSWICK, Maine – U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho), co-chairs of the Senate Working Forest Caucus, have led a bipartisan group of their Senate colleagues to introduce a resolution recognizing the significance of today, April 29th, 2022, as Arbor Day. The bipartisan resolution, which is also cosponsored by Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine), highlights the importance of planting trees on Arbor Day, America’s long history of environmental stewardship, and the central role... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), Co-Chair of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission (CSC), today applauded the Senate’s 67 to 27 vote to go to conference on the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, containing two CSC recommendations to strengthen the nation’s cyberdefenses. The bipartisan legislation, which previously passed the Senate in June 2021, invests in American technological innovation, strengthens U.S. leadership in scientific research, and improves key... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that the Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust has received a total of $2 million to help conserve the headwaters of Kennebago River and its outstanding fish and wildlife resources, including its heritage strain of Eastern Brook Trout. This funding was awarded through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services’ North American Wetlands Conservation Act. “The Kennebago River and its watershed play a key role in sustaining the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King, Chair of the Senate Subcommittee on Strategic Forces with jurisdiction over the United States’ nuclear arsenal, expressed concern that the war in Ukraine may erode support for nuclear non-proliferation efforts worldwide, and pressed a top Biden administration official for her assessment of the situation. In a hearing to examine the state of America’s nuclear activities and posture, King asked Jill M. Hruby – Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear... Continue Reading »
Watch Senator King’s questioning HERE, and download broadcast quality video HEREWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today continued highlighting the importance of multi-year defense contracts that will provide long term stability to America’s national defense and shipyards like Bath Iron Works (BIW) and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). In a hearing of the Senate Armed Services’ Subcommittee on Seapower, Senator King... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON – Today, Senators Susan Collins and Angus King, and Congresswoman Chellie Pingree announced that the Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2.2 million grant to Kennebunkport, Maine, to support the region’s commercial fishing industry and ensure its resilience to storms and floods. This investment will provide for the reconstruction of the Cape Porpoise commercial pier, supporting 55 fishing boats and local businesses displaced or impacted by severe storms... Continue Reading »
Watch Senator King’s remarks HERE, and download broadcast quality video HEREWASHINGTON, D.C. – As Congress begins to shape the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, stressed the importance of multi-year defense contracts that will stabilize the long-term planning at Bath Iron Works (BIW) and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). In a hearing of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Senator King asked Ellen Lord –... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, DC—Following repeated calls from the Maine Delegation and Governor Janet Mills, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) today said that the agency is working to implement a graduated enforcement effort for fisheries that have made good faith efforts to comply with new gear regulations by the May 1 deadline. Today’s announcement comes in response to continued efforts from U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King, Representatives... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON — On Earth Day, members of the bipartisan Senate Climate Solutions Caucus successfully found common ground by endorsing climate legislation that would promote nature-based solutions that support our farmers, forests, and oceans; make communities more resilient to disasters and climate impacts; and spur investment in renewables. The Caucus is chaired by Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.), and members include Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Mitt Romney (R-Utah),... Continue Reading »
BRUNSWICK, Maine – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) is calling on the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Office of the Inspector General (IG) to take a wider view of costs and benefits — especially the long-term, expensive impacts of fossil fuel reliance – as the USPS prepares to update its vehicle fleet. In a letter to USPS Inspector General Tammy Whitcomb, King and a group of 20 lawmakers highlight the benefits of an electrified fleet, detail the climate and national security threats posed by fossil... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – The Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act – a bipartisan bill co-sponsored by U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) – was signed into law. The comprehensive legislation will prevent suicide, burnout, and mental and behavioral health conditions among health care professionals. “Working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, health care professionals put themselves at increased risk, endure enormous pressure, and witness heartbreaking... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that Springtide Seaweed in Gouldsboro will receive a total of $649,651 to develop new innovative nori and dulse red seaweed cultivation systems enabling these high-value crops to be farmed in the U.S. and globally. This grant will build on the efforts of the SEAMaine marine economy action plan, an industry-led effort funded with the support of Senators Collins and King.“Small businesses are the backbone of Maine’s... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In the face of consistent challenges and delays, the Office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today released a letter from Senator King highlighting the unnecessary stresses Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issues are causing Maine people in the days leading up to the tax filing deadline and calling on the Service to urgently improve customer resources. In a letter to IRS commissioner Charles Rettig, King shared concrete examples of the unacceptable tax delays and... Continue Reading »
Bangor, ME – The offices of Maine’s Congressional Delegation will host a Military Academy Seminar in cooperation with Maine Maritime Academy TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Bangor Hilton Garden Inn from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Registration is from 5:30 – 6:00 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. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today applauded the inclusion of the University of Maine (UMaine) and the University of New England (UNE) in a $6 million program to advance research in quality control of biomanufacturing and biotechnology. The program is led by the National Science Foundation and funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR), with a focus on promoting new biomanufacturing... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate has unanimously passed bipartisan legislation led by U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine), Chairman of the Senate National Parks Subcommittee, and Jim Risch (R-Idaho) to digitize public land mapping records to support greater outdoor recreation access. The Modernizing Access to our Public Land (MAPLand) Act, which is also cosponsored by Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine), will enhance the nation’s outdoor recreational opportunities by digitizing and standardizing mapping... Continue Reading »
