There is no question that our nation’s health care system requires substantial reform. The status quo of soaring health care costs, struggling families, and health care provider shortages across Maine and the nation is unacceptable. Senator Collins frequently works with her colleagues on both sides of the aisle to address these and other important issues facing our nation such as improved mental health care, drug treatment programs, supporting America’s caregivers, and nutrition programs.
As a native to northern Maine, Senator Collins understands the specific challenges that rural communities face for medical care. Throughout her time in the Senate, Senator Collins has consistently supported programs to expand access to and improve the health care system, particularly for citizens living in rural areas.
As a freshman legislator, Senator Collins founded the Senate Diabetes Caucus and has since led the effort to more than triple federal funding for diabetes research.
Collins, Cardin Applaud the Passage of Resolution to Recognize Direct Support Professionals in Health Care
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Ben Cardin (D-MD) introduced a resolution this week designating September 8 through September 14 as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week to recognize the contribution of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to the nation’s health care system. Senator Angus King (I-ME) cosponsored the legislation.
ICYMI: Senators Collins, Grassley Pen Op-Ed on Their Work to Lower Drug Prices
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-ME), the Chairman of the Aging Committee, and U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA), the Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, authored an op-ed that appeared in the Portland Press Herald today regarding their efforts to make medications more affordable and their support for the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act.
Chairman Collins Convenes Senate Field Hearing at UMaine on Lyme Disease and Other Tick-Borne Diseases
Senator Collins Updates Belfast Rotary Club on Her Efforts to Reduce Prescription Drug Costs, Invest in Biomedical Research
Senator Collins’ Statement on Administration’s Plan to Allow Prescription Drug Importation from Canada
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Susan Collins issued this statement following the announcement by the Administration that it is has released a new proposal to safely import certain lower cost prescription drugs from Canada:
Senator Collins Highlights Bipartisan Work Underway to Lower Cost of Prescription Drugs
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Patients, Health Care Providers Endorse Bipartisan Bill Introduced by Collins, Shaheen to Roll Back Over a Decade of Insulin Price Hikes
Senators Collins, King Announce More Than $725,000 for Maine Medical Center
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that Maine Medical Center has been awarded $725,933 to develop new rural residency programs while achieving accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. The funding was awarded through the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) Rural Residency Planning and Development Program (RRPD).
Collins, Shaheen Lead Bipartisan Push to Rollback Over a Decade of Insulin Price Hikes
Washington, D.C. — As insulin prices continue to climb and Americans throughout the nation risk their lives by rationing their insulin supplies, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) announced new legislation to combat these skyrocketing costs and hold health care middlemen accountable.
Importance of Type 1 Diabetes Research and the Special Diabetes Program Focus of Aging Committee Hearing
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9-Year-Old Mainer Tells Senator Collins’ Committee about Impact of Type 1 Diabetes on Her Life and Importance of Research
Senator Collins: DOJ Should Defend ACA, Protections for Pre-Existing Conditions
WASHINGTON, D.C.— As the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit hears oral arguments on a case that could determine the future of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), U.S. Senator Susan Collins, a member of the Senate Health Committee, again urged the Department of Justice (DOJ) to defend critical consumer protections for pre-existing conditions and reconsider its position of urging the court to strike down the entire ACA.
Senators Collins, Manchin Join Problem Solvers Caucus for Bipartisan, Bicameral Push to Lower Prescription Drug Prices
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Senators Collins, Manchin Join Problem Solvers Caucus for Bipartisan, Bicameral Push to Lower Prescription Drug Prices
Collins, Stabenow Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Fund New Community Partnerships to Address High Rate of Maternal and Infant Mortality
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) introduced the Quality Care for Moms and Babies Act, a bipartisan bill to provide funding for new community partnerships to address the high rate of maternal and infant mortality. The United States has the worst rate of maternal deaths in the developed world and one of the highest rates of infant mortality.
Legislation to Reduce Cost of Prescription Drugs, Health Care Clears Senate Hurdle with Senator Collins’ Strong Support
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senator Susan Collins announced today that the Lower Health Care Costs Act of 2019 passed the Health Committee today by a vote of 20-3. Senator Collins, a member of the Committee, has advocated for this bipartisan legislation to reduce the cost of health care and prescription drugs. The bill will now be considered by the full Senate.
Administration Officials Describe Policies to Help Reduce Prescription Drug Costs at Hearing Chaired by Senator Collins
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Collins, King Announce Nearly $2 Million for Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-Maine), the Chairman of the Senate Aging Committee, and Angus King (I-Maine) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $1,925,328 to Maine’s state-level Department of Health and Human Services. The grant will fund efforts to improve diabetes, heart disease and stroke prevention programs throughout Maine.
Senator Collins Participates in Hospice of Southern Maine Groundbreaking Ceremony
Scarborough, ME — U.S. Senator Susan Collins, the Chairman of the Senate Aging Committee, delivered remarks at the groundbreaking of a new hospice center in Scarborough last night. This building will help Hospice of Southern Maine (HSM) address the growing demand for end-of-life care in Southern Maine and consolidate over 120 staff from two other leased buildings on Route 1 in Scarborough.
Collins, King Announce Nearly $2 Million for Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-Maine), the Chairman of the Senate Aging Committee, and Angus King (I-Maine) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $1,925,328 to Maine’s state-level Department of Health and Human Services. The grant will fund efforts to improve diabetes, heart disease and stroke prevention programs throughout Maine.
Senators Collins, Manchin Introduce Bill to Significantly Reduce the Cost of Health Insurance
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the Premium Reduction Act of 2019, legislation that would increase the affordability of health insurance in the individual market by supporting and expanding state-based programs that have proven to lower premiums and save consumers money.
Collins, Shaheen Lead Push to Ensure Continued Support for Special Diabetes Program
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Senators Collins, Scott, Gardner Introduce Legislation to Increase Transparency for Prescription Drug Prices
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Rick Scott (R-FL), and Cory Gardner (R-CO) introduced the Prescription Drug Price Reporting Act, legislation that would provide much-needed transparency for prescription drug prices. The bill would create a consumer-friendly database of prescription drug prices, which will empower American families to make informed health care choices.
Senators Collins, King Announce More Than $1 Million for Maine Primary Care Association
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) announced that the Maine Primary Care Association (MPCA) has been awarded $1,021,441 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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