BRUNSWICK, ME — U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today toured Bath Iron Works (BIW) and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) with Senator Jon Tester (D-Mont.) to highlight the importance of the shipyards to America’s national security and Maine communities. During the tour, Senator King and Senator Tester, the Chair of the Senate’s Defense Appropriations subcommittee, viewed some of the work being done at the facilities. Throughout the visit, Senator King stressed the importance of providing the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King released a statement marking the one year anniversary of the January 6th, 2021 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. In the full statement, which can be read below, King reflects on the dangers of that day and the continued threats to America’s democracy fueled by demonstrably false claims about the 2020 Presidential election. Citing the need to defend democracy for the next generation, King urged his colleagues from both parties to “tell the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today stressed the urgent need for the United States Capitol Police (USCP) to be “thinking the unthinkable” on the eve of the one-year anniversary of the Capitol insurrection, and improve their efforts to plan for future threats. King, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, pressed USCP Chief Tom Manger to ensure there is adequate communication, coordination, and intelligence sharing between the USCP and other... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today released the December episode of Senator King’s “Inside Maine” podcast – a special Christmas edition that features a timely discussion about community service, volunteerism, and how Maine people can give back to their communities this holiday season. Senator King was joined by U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-Louis.), and Kelsey Preecs, the Program Officer for Volunteer Maine, Maine’s state service commission. During the... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – Legislation to improve ALS patients’ access to treatments is headed to the President’s desk to be signed into law. U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King, members of the Senate ALS Caucus, co-sponsored the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies (ACT) for ALS Act, which passed both chambers of Congress by overwhelming margins.The bipartisan legislation will fund essential research into fast-progressing, rare neurodegenerative and terminal... Continue Reading »
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Congressman Jared Golden announced that Penobscot Community Health Center in Bangor has received a total of $4,120,353 to strengthen health care services. This competitive funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Health Center Cluster Program. The Senators and Congressman sent a letter to HHS in support of the health center’s grant application.“Community health... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today released the December edition of “Answering the Call: Maine’s Veteran Voices,” Senator King’s monthly series in which he shares the stories of the extraordinary lives, selfless service, and incredible sacrifice of Maine’s veteran community. In the second interview of the series, conducted in partnership with the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project, Senator King spoke with West Gardiner resident Debra (Deb)... Continue Reading »
BRUNSWICK, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement on the passing of former Senator Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.): “Johnny Isakson was the picture of a decent, honorable, and honest public servant. He listened closely to his colleagues on both sides of the aisle, and worked to find common ground that served Georgians and people across the nation.“Johnny was particularly passionate when it came to serving America’s military and veterans; he was always responsive... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King recognized today, December 18th, as Wreaths Across America Day. The day marks an important national effort in which thousands of volunteers across the country and the globe will place wreaths on the graves of American veterans. In the largest laying of the wreaths, a convoy of volunteers will travel from Maine to Arlington National Cemetery to lay Maine-made balsam wreaths at the headstones of American veterans interred there.... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Angus King today was Maine AARP’s special guest for a tele-town hall to talk through the work Congress has been doing to help older Americans across the country, and to speak directly with Maine seniors about the pressing issues facing Maine people over 50 during the COVID-19 pandemic. During the free-flowing hour-long town hall, King answered questions about prescription drug pricing, home and community based care, and the expansion of broadband infrastructure. During... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King and Representatives Chellie Pingree and Jared Golden today welcomed the Biden administration’s appointment of Sherry Hamel as the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Maine Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director. In this position, Hamel will guide federal farm policy and oversee agricultural operations in the state. Earlier this year, the Members sent a letter to USDA Secretary Vilsack recommending Hamel for the appointment. “Maine’s... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) announced that Maine will receive a total of $244,550,089 to maintain and reconstruct roads, highways, and bridges across the state. This funding was authorized through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and provided through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Senator Collins, the Ranking Member of the Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee, was part of... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that Maine has received a total of $2,113,892 to support the state’s criminal justice system. This funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Justice.“Preventing crime and prosecuting criminals is critical to ensuring the safety of Maine families and obtaining justice for victims,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement. “This funding will help reduce crime and recidivism, support our hardworking law... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) announced that the State of Maine has received a total of $68,390,000 to upgrade water infrastructure and address lead and per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination. This funding was authorized through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and awarded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) State Revolving Fund (SRF) Programs. Senator Collins, the Ranking Member of the... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and co-chair of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission (CSC), today celebrated the Senate’s 89 to 10 passage of the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), bipartisan legislation to strengthen America’s national security, support our men and women in uniform, and boost Maine communities. Senator King secured numerous priorities in the bill, including a 2.7% pay raise for military... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that Downeast Community Partners has received a total of $1,177,159 for its Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Administration for Children and Families’ Office of Head Start.“Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and early childhood education is a key building block for long-term success. Head Start and Early... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King and Representative Chellie Pingree today announced that the University of Maine-Forest Opportunity Roadmap/Maine (FOR/Maine) Coalition and Northeastern University’s Coalition – which includes the Maine-based Roux Institute and FocusMaine – are finalists and in the running for the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) $1 billion “Build Back Better Regional Challenge,” an American Rescue Plan program that could ultimately award the coalitions... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – The Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King designating Saturday, December 18th, 2021, as “Wreaths Across America Day.” A convoy of volunteers will travel from Maine to Arlington National Cemetery to lay Maine-made balsam wreaths at the headstones of American veterans interred there.“Wreaths Across America is a powerful demonstration of respect and appreciation for our veterans – both those that we’ve lost and those still... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced their nominees to the United States Military Academies. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, applicants must be nominated by an authorized nominating source, which includes Members of Congress. Admission to the United States Coast Guard Academy, also a federal service academy, does not require a congressional nomination.“We are proud to have the honor to nominate such an impressive group of... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King released a statement urging Maine people to get vaccinated against COVID-19, receive a booster shot, and mask in public, indoor areas regardless of vaccine status. The Senator’s call comes as the state sets new records in cases and hospitalizations, and a day after Governor Janet Mills activated Maine National Guard personnel to address challenges facing the state’s healthcare system.“Nearly two years into the pandemic, COVID-19 has never been a... Continue Reading »
