WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) unanimously passed the Senate. The VA Senior Executive Accountability (SEA) Act of 2018 would strengthen accountability of senior executives at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “VA executives are tasked with a sacred responsibility: caring for the veterans who have sacrificed so much for our nation,” said Senator King. “Our... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine), Ranking Member of the Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks, and Susan Collins (R-Maine) applauded the Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s passage of their bill that would help address the concerns of communities near Acadia National Park (ANP) about boundary issues and the use of intertidal zones by harvesters of clams and worms. “For years, Maine clammers and wormers have... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Angus King (I-Maine) joined a group of 61 senators in a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai, supporting the advancement and the accessibility of broadband services in rural communities. “We write to express our strong support and sincere gratitude for the recent Order addressing budget shortfalls in the Universal Service Fund’s (USF) High-Cost program,” the Senators wrote in part.... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) announced his support for a bipartisan bill that would extend healthcare benefits for “Atomic Veterans” who were exposed to harmful radiation when they cleaned up nuclear testing sites during the late 1970s. The Mark Takai Atomic Veterans Healthcare Parity Act would allow veterans who participated in the cleanup of Enewetak Atoll on the Marshall Islands to receive the same healthcare and... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) voted in support of a bipartisan Congressional Review Act Resolution to undo the Federal Communication Commission’s repeal of net neutrality rules. Senator King was a cosponsor of the resolution, and has been a strong voice in support of the existing net neutrality rules. The bipartisan resolution passed the Senate by a vote of 52 to 47. “Our 21st century economy relies on a free and open internet, and today’s... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) spoke on the Senate floor to honor fallen Maine police officers. Senator King is a cosponsor of the Senate resolution honoring this week as National Police Week. “The constitution, in the preamble lays out the basic outlines for our government, and one of them is to ensure domestic tranquility,” said Senator King in his speech. “And that means, in many cases, law enforcement. So, I rise today to recognize law... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) joined a bipartisan group of 30 U.S. Senators in urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to increase the funding cap for a program aimed at improving the quality of health care available to patients in rural areas. In a letter to FCC Chairman Ajit Pai, the Senators highlight the need to strengthen the Rural Health Care (RHC) Program to address the shortage of broadband connectivity for rural health care... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) honored the service of Senator John McCain (R-Ari.) on the Senate floor. Senator King’s remarks came following a tribute to Senator McCain from Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.). “I just wanted to join in thanking you, for, number one, going to see Senator McCain, and for number two, for the comments that you made,” said Senator King. “I came here five and half years ago never having met... Continue Reading »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) introduced the Protecting Rational Incentives in Newsprint Trade Act of 2018 (PRINT Act) to address the urgent crisis facing printers and publishers in the United States. This bipartisan legislation, which is endorsed by printers and publishers representing more than 600,000 American jobs, would freeze the import taxes on this paper while the Department of Commerce examines the health of—and effects on—the printing and... Continue Reading »
PRESQUE ISLE, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today attended the Aroostook County Special Olympics at Presque Isle Middle School in Presque Isle to celebrate the achievements of the more than three hundred athletes participating in the Special Olympics from around The County and to present the Good Sportsmanship Award. While at Presque Isle Middle School, Senator King also met with Aroostook County Teacher of the Year William Guerrette and his 8th grade students and spent time with... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. —U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today introduced the New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act. The bipartisan bill would allow meat and poultry products inspected by state Meat and Poultry Inspection (MPI) programs to be sold across state lines.Currently, there are 27 states with inspection programs, certified by the Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS), which meet or exceed federal inspection standards. However, products processed at... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement on the nomination of Gina Haspel to serve as CIA Director: “There is no question that our intelligence professionals are America’s first line of defense against serious international threats, and as a member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, I have spent the last five and a half years working with my colleagues to ensure those on the front line have the tools they need to protect... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement regarding the President’s decision to reimpose sanctions on Iran and exit the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). “Today’s announcement is not surprising, given the President’s repeated threats to the JCPOA, but it is disappointing and potentially disastrous to U.S. interests. I believe that this is the wrong choice for America’s national security, and... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) joined his U.S. Senate colleagues in honoring the critical work of federal, state, county, and local government employees and members of the uniformed services by passing a bipartisan resolution cosponsored by Senator King, which designates May 6-12, 2018 as Public Service Recognition Week. “Public servants teach our children, protect our communities, and ensure that our citizens have access to vital government... Continue Reading »
PORTLAND, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) met with Maine business owners, innovators, and entrepreneurs to discuss the implications a repeal of net neutrality could have on startups, job creators, and Maine’s statewide economy. “The free and open internet is an important driver of America’s 21st century economy, and it must be protected,” said Senator King. “Today’s conversation showed that Maine’s tech community is aware, engaged,... Continue Reading »
BRUNSWICK, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) hosted a listening session with Maine veterans in Brunswick to discuss issues facing veterans in our state, and the qualities and values they are looking for in a new VA Secretary. “America’s veterans have made huge contributions to our national security through their service and sacrifices, and have earned our nation’s undying gratitude,” said Senator King. “Our veterans deserve the best care and... Continue Reading »
SCARBOROUGH, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) attended the 2018 Southern Maine Spring Senior Expo in Scarborough to visit with exhibitors and speak with Maine seniors about the issues they face. “The old adage tells that ‘with age comes wisdom,’ and this is true – but it leaves out the second half of the phrase: ‘and also challenges,’” said Senator King. “As the state with the oldest median age, Maine is... Continue Reading »
BANGOR, ME –Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) joined students, job training professionals, and business and community leaders at Eastern Maine Community College (EMCC) and the Bangor Chamber of Commerce in Bangor to discuss ways to grow the state’s economy to help hardworking people get skilled jobs in Maine. “Businesses across Maine tell me the same thing: they need more qualified workers,” said Senator King. “This affects every industry, from trucking... Continue Reading »
BANGOR, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) applauded the selection of three Maine regions to participate in a national pilot program designed to facilitate investments in high-speed internet and intelligent infrastructure. The Maine-based projects, which make up three of the five regions selected nationwide, include the city of Sanford, Old Town – Orono Fiber Corporation, and a collaboration of community groups in the Downeast region, including Eastern Maine Electric... Continue Reading »
Westbrook, ME – At an event at Independent Transportation Network of America’s (ITNAmerica) headquarters today celebrating the organization’s one millionth ride for seniors, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King presented Katherine Freund, the founder and president of ITNAmerica, with the text of a congressional resolution they authored commemorating this significant milestone. Their resolution was unanimously passed by the Senate last week. Senator Collins... Continue Reading »
