BRUNSWICK, ME – As part of his ongoing effort to keep the people of Maine informed of his work in Washington, U.S. Senator Angus King recapped this week’s events in the nation’s capital. In his weekly address, Senator King discussed: The Senate’s confirmation of Dr. William “Bro” Adams to be the next chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Dr. Adams previously served as the President of Colby College, a position he held since... Continue Reading »
BRUNSWICK, ME – In an interview this morning with CNN New Day, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) called for an end to the political blame-game and finger pointing surrounding the humanitarian crisis at the U.S.-Mexican border and called on Congress to engage in a substantive, thoughtful debate on the issue. “There’s too much shouting, too much finger pointing, too much squabbling….People need to take a deep breath, sit down, and look at the facts,” Senator King... Continue Reading »
Mr. President, a few years ago Tom Brokaw wrote a brilliant and important book called "The Greatest Generation,'' and he described our fathers and grandfathers and mothers and grandmothers and what they did for this country by coming through the searing fire of the Great Depression, fighting and winning World War II, and then rebuilding our economy in the 1950s. We owe that generation everything we have. That generation sacrificed--I have to repeat that word "sacrificed''--on our behalf. We are... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the Highway Trust Fund faces a looming shortfall that could bring vital transportation projects across the country to a standstill, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today called on Congress to not only replenish the fund, but also to fulfill its obligation to the country by governing in a fiscally responsible manner. King, who spoke on the Senate floor, urged his colleagues to address the serious challenges that confront the country, like record debt and deficits as... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) urged Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Margaret Hamburg to rethink a newly-proposed regulation that provides FDA with the authority to seize and destroy certain prescription drugs that patients purchased from outside the country. The letter, which was also signed by Senators David Vitter (R-La.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and Dean Heller (R-Nev.), requests that the FDA modify the proposed rule to require... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today extolled the tremendous promise of advanced everyday technologies, like iPhones, in helping to detect, fight, and end cancer as well as other diseases and illnesses. Senator King, along with Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and Orrin Hatch (R-Utah), spoke about the importance of supporting innovation in the field of health technology at a briefing entitled, “How Can Innovation Help End Cancer: A Briefing with Clinical Patient... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced the Senate’s confirmation of Dr. William “Bro” Adams to be the next chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Dr. Adams previously served as the President of Colby College. “Dr. Adams is a proven leader whose engagement and direction have enriched the State of Maine,” Senator Collins said. “A Vietnam War veteran, Fulbright Scholar, and Board Member for both... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives yesterday passed the Veterinary Medicine Mobility Act. A similar bill, authored by U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Jerry Moran (R-Kans.), passed the Senate in January. The bipartisan bill allows veterinarians to legally carry and dispense controlled substances to protect the health and welfare of animals across the country, ensure public safety, and safeguard the nation’s food supply. “Mobile veterinary services are... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the Demark Volunteer Fire Department will receive a federal grant in the amount of $157,510 and the Sullivan Volunteer Fire Association will receive a federal grant in the amount of $61,560 through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). Specifically, the funding for Denmark will come through the AFG’s Vehicle Acquisition program and will help the department purchase a mini pumper fire... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence who has called on Congress to pass effective cybersecurity legislation, released the following statement today after the Committee approved the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA) by a vote of 12-3. “For years the United States has been taking punches from cyber criminals across the globe intent on stealing intellectual property – essentially our ideas –... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the Department of the Interior will distribute $421,711 from the Land and Water Conservation Fund to the State of Maine for outdoor recreation and conservation projects. “We are strong supporters of the Land and Water Conservation Fund which helps states, like Maine, and local communities create new and revitalize outdoor recreation facilities and parks,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint... Continue Reading »
BATH, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement in honor of the 4th of July. He will celebrate the holiday by marching in the 42nd Bath Heritage Days Independence Day Parade. “Today, as communities across America come together to honor our great national holiday, we remember with tremendous pride those who braved enormous peril to conquer tyranny and create a new nation based upon the principle of freedom. “And though our country was borne out of... Continue Reading »
GEORGETOWN, ME – The office of U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today announced the constituent outreach hours for the first two weeks of July. Constituent outreach hours are part of Senator King’s “Your Government, Your Neighborhood” initiative and offer an opportunity for area residents to meet directly with a staff representative to discuss specific problems, legislative issues, or any concerns regarding federal government agencies. No appointment is necessary. For... Continue Reading »
GEORGETOWN, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) will celebrate the 4th of July tomorrow by marching in the 42nd Annual Bath Heritage Days Independence Day Parade. The parade begins at the corner of North and Lincoln Streets. For more information, click HERE. WHO: U.S. Senator Angus King WHAT: 42nd Annual Bath Heritage Days Independence Day Parade WHEN: Tomorrow, July 4th beginning at 10:30 a.m. WHERE: The parade begins at the corner of North and Lincoln Streets, proceeds south on... Continue Reading »
GEORGETOWN, ME – In response to the June jobs report released today by the U.S. Department of Labor, which revealed that the economy added 288,000 new jobs, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement: “Today’s report is good news for the economy but there are still too many Americans who are playing catchup. And it’s our job, as elected officials, to do what we can to help those who haven’t found their way through these tough economic... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today that four Maine fire departments will receive a total of $879,925 in federal grant funding from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). Fire and rescue departments in Bradley, Madison, Scarborough and Caribou will use the grants for vehicle acquisition and operations and safety purposes. AFG grants are administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). “Our firefighters and first... Continue Reading »
LIMERICK, ME – Today U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) toured Limerick Machine Company, Inc. He released the following statement after surveying their manufacturing facility and learning about their customers, industry partners, history, expansion, and employees: “It was a pleasure to tour Limerick Machine this afternoon. It’s clear to me that the true strength and grit of the American economy is found at places like this, where they build the things that we live our lives... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Forest Service is awarding a grant in the amount of $231,800 to the Town of Falmouth. The funding, which is distributed through the Community Forest Program, will enable the town to purchase an additional 96-acres of forest land and add it to the existing 274-acre North Falmouth Community Forest. According to the U.S. Forest Service, the town plans to tie this property to a larger... Continue Reading »
BATH, ME – As part of his ongoing effort to keep the people of Maine informed of his work in Washington, U.S. Senator Angus King recapped this week’s events in the nation’s capital. In his weekly address, Senator King discussed: The bipartisan job training legislation that passed in the Senate on Wednesday. The bill, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, will reform and streamline the workforce development system by eliminating 15 duplicative programs and providing... Continue Reading »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today announced his schedule for the upcoming weekend, which includes a trip to Boothbay as well as a visit to the La Kermesse Franco-Americaine Festival in Biddeford. The following events are open to the press: Friday, June 27th: 1:00 p.m.: Tour of Boothbay Craft... Continue Reading »
