U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King are seeking explanations for the chaotic collapse of the Afghan government, while U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree defends the president’s actions.
Sen. Susan Collins
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Sen. Collins: Bipartisan talks produce transformational infrastructure package
Ultimately, this bill is about reinforcing the connections – in our roads, bridges, airports, highways, seaports and internet – that make our country more united.
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Maine Voices: There is a chance to save the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
The first oil-lease sale for tracts there, on Jan. 6, was a flop. Sen. Susan Collins should support a proposal to rescind the second one, slated for 2024.
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Infrastructure deal includes $1.9 billion for Maine transportation, broadband
The $1 trillion compromise Senate bill includes money for the state and potentially even more in competitive grants, according to a White House estimate.
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Sens. Collins, King laud progress on infrastructure bill
Collins was part of bipartisan group of senators that developed a plan for $550 billion in new spending that is part of the nearly $1 trillion package.
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Senate votes to start work on $1 trillion infrastructure bill
The 67-32 tally to begin formal consideration showed the high interest among senators in the package, but it’s unclear if enough Republicans will eventually join Democrats to support final passage.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine delegation touts launch of logging industry relief program
A $200 million pandemic relief program is opening soon for U.S. logging and log-hauling businesses that have been seriously affected.
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Maine Voices: Why Sen. Collins’ proposed tax on electric vehicles is a good idea
The prescient plan that she and Sen. Portman support will help fund infrastructure, will plug a loophole and will initially serve as a levy on wealth.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Federal earmarks will add accountability, not corruption
Constituents in Maine should be able to appeal to their U.S. senators or representative to seek funding for important local projects.
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Sens. Collins and King unveil earmark funding requests for over 150 Maine projects
The senators’ requests total almost half a billion dollars; most of the earmarks submitted by Reps. Pingree and Golden advance.