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.
Senators Collins, Cardin Lead Bipartisan Push for Improving Access to Osteoporosis Testing
Senators Collins, King Announce More Than $700,000 to Support COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution throughout Maine
Law Authored by Senator Collins Provides Maine with $200,000 to Combat Alzheimer’s Disease
Collins, Menendez Introduce Bill to Create Independent Commission to Assess, Improve upon COVID-19 Response
Senators Collins, King Announce $111,603 for Mental Health Resources at York County Sheriff’s Office
Partnership Between VA, OnStar Will Increase Access to Suicide Prevention Resources for Veterans
Senators Collins, King Announce Nearly $4 Million for Maine Health Centers to Combat COVID-19
Senator Collins Thanks Staff and Volunteers at York Hospital’s Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Center
Senator Collins Cosponsors Legislation to Increase Transparency, Lower Cost of Health Care
Senators Collins, King Announce Nearly $500,000 for Aging Research at The Jackson Laboratory
Senators Collins, Peters Introduce Legislation to Improve Disease Management & Prevention for Seniors
Senator Collins Visits W.S. Emerson in Brewer
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