Senator Collins’ Latest Statement on Biddeford Shooting
matters such as this shooting. The Democratic government shutdown delayed enactment and implementation of these important safety measures
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Senator Collins’ Statement on Passage of Legislation to Withhold Pay from Senators During Government Shutdowns
unanimously to withhold pay from senators during government shutdowns: “This is a matter of fairness … While I hope we do not see another shutdown anytime soon, this has been a longstanding policy
King, Colleagues Urge HHS Director Kennedy to Return to Data-Based, Cost-Effective Preventive Health
November meeting was cancelled amidst the government shutdown. And HHS just recently confirmed that the March 2026 meeting
Senator King Votes Against “Status Quo” DHS Spending Bill, Continues Urging Reforms
John Thune (R-SD). “I hate shutdowns, but I cannot in good faith vote for a bill that
King Discusses ICE Operations in Maine and U.S., Path Forward on Department of Homeland Security Funding Bill
Department of Homeland Security (DHS). “Margaret, I hate shutdowns, and I'm one of the people that helped … last the end of the last shutdown – but I can't vote for a bill that includes
Senator Collins Delivers Floor Remarks Following Passage of Bipartisan Three-Bill Funding Package
reflect today's realities. No more disastrous government shutdowns that are totally unnecessary and so harmful. So again
Senator Collins Announces Release of Nearly $40 Million in Federal Home Heating Aid for Mainers
been delayed following the recent federal government shutdown. As Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Senator Collins helped
King Cosponsors Effort to Repeal Provision Allowing Lawmakers to Sue Justice Department for Phone Surveillance
bill to end the longest running government shutdown in our nation’s history,”said Senator King. “TheAnti-Cash
Senators Collins, Reed, Murkowski Lead Senate Group Urging HHS to Swiftly Release LIHEAP Home Heating Aid
energy bills. WASHINGTON, DC –With the federal government shutdown now over and utility rates continuing to rise
Nearly $35 Million for Maine Projects Secured By Senator Collins in Funding Bills
included in the legislation shecoauthoredto end the government shutdown. “From supporting Maine’s first responders, law enforcement
Senator Collins’ Statement on Her Legislation to End the Government Shutdown
Senate Appropriations Committee, to end the government shutdown and provide three full-year Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 appropriations … finally put an end to the longest government shutdown in our nation’s history, which has caused completely
Senator Collins’ Legislation to Reopen Government to be Signed into Law
September 30th, 2026. Since the beginning of the shutdown, Senator Collins has been urging for the three appropriations … this unnecessary and harmful government shutdown, as well as provide full-year funding to important programs like SNAP
Senate Passes Legislation to Reopen Government Championed by Senator Collins
Veterans Affairs. Since the beginning of the shutdown, Senator Collins has been urging for the three appropriations bills … this unnecessary government shutdown.” MilCon-VA Bill Highlights: Local Projects:$9 million for Congressionally Directed Spending projects that
King: Vote Toward Ending Shutdown is “The Opening of an Opportunity”
vote. The vote comes as the shutdown became the longest federal government shutdown in American history … Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding, the shutdown caused incredible harm to Maine families and people across
Senator Collins Champions Deal to Reopen Government
most unfortunate and shameful consequences of this shutdown has been that these vital nutrition programs were in jeopardy
King, Colleagues Pressure Trump Administration to Fully — Not Partially — Fund SNAP Benefits
over the weekend due to the ongoing government shutdown, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), alongside … critical benefits. “Americans going hungry during a government shutdown is not inevitable — it’s a choice,”said Senator
King-Backed Legislation Would Keep Maine Families Fed During Government Shutdown
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)during the government shutdown. TheKeep SNAP and WIC Funded Actdirects the USDA … reimburse states for covering SNAP benefits during a shutdown. “Maine families, children, veterans and seniors shouldn’t have
Senator Collins Cosponsors Bill to Provide Uninterrupted SNAP Payments During Shutdown
benefit payments continue uninterrupted despite the ongoing government shutdown. This legislation comes as several states report pending shortfalls … SNAP program due to the shutdown. “No American should face hunger because of partisan brinkmanship in Washington. SNAP
King Presses USDA to Immediately Release Billions in SNAP Funds to Help Feed Maine Families
program. As it stands, if the current government shutdown extends into November, nutrition assistance would not be issued … account to maintain WIC benefits during the shutdown,”wrote the senators. The senators continued,“In the event that
Senator Collins Calls on USDA to Take All Possible Steps to Protect SNAP Benefits Amid Ongoing Shutdown
SNAP) benefit payments continue during the ongoing government shutdown. SNAP provides a vital safety net for low-income … receive SNAP benefits. “The needless and reckless government shutdown directed by Senator Schumer is putting federal nutrition assistance
King, Colleagues Call Out VA Secretary for Lack of Responsiveness During Shutdown
ending critical services for veterans during the government shutdown. In aletterto VA Secretary Doug Collins, King … bill that remains unaffected by the current government shutdown. “Congress has provided the Department of Veterans Affairs
King Shares Updated Thoughts on the Ongoing Federal Government Shutdown
providing an update to the ongoing federal government shutdown: “The imminent expiration of the tax credits which make … current increasingly dangerous government shutdown, so far without success. “I intend to continue that work and as long
Senator Collins Working to Keep Acadia National Park Open During Government Shutdown
mostly accessible to visitors despite the ongoing government shutdown. The Department of the Interior and the National Park … significant disruptions that occurred during previous federal shutdowns. This update comes as the Park prepares for its busy
King Votes to Block Trump Administration Attempt to Gut the Federal Government and Essential Services
voted to keep the government open because a shutdown will give President Trump the ability … this afternoon:‘We can do things during a shutdown that are irreversible, that are bad for them
Senators Collins, Merkley Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Wastewater Systems from Non-Flushable Products
trash, wipes clog treatment plants, leading to costly shutdowns and increasing the overall expense of water treatment. Each