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, 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).
Collins, Manchin Urge DOJ to Defend Protections for Pre-Existing Conditions
WASHINGTON, D.C.— As part of their ongoing effort to protect individuals with pre-existing conditions, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) wrote to Attorney General Bill Barr today, urging him to reverse the Department of Justice’s decision not to defend critical consumer protections that are relied upon by millions of Americans.
Senators Collins, Warren Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Designate April as National Donate Life Month
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) introduced a resolution to designate April 2019 as National Donate Life Month.
Senators Collins, King Meet with Maine Hospital Association, Discuss Solutions to Issues Hospitals are Facing Throughout the State
Senator Collins Calls on AG Barr to Justify Decision Not to Defend ACA’s Protections for Pre-Existing Conditions and Other Critical Consumer Protections
Collins, Klobuchar, Rosen Introduce Bill to Increase Number of Doctors in Rural and Other Medically Underserved Areas
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) joined Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) in introducing bipartisan legislation to boost the number of doctors able to work in rural America. The Conrad State 30 & Physician Access Act would allow international doctors to remain in the United States upon completing their residency under the condition that they practice in underserved areas, such as rural communities.
Senators Collins, Baldwin Introduce Legislation to Support the Health and Wellbeing of Family Caregivers
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), the Chairman of the Senate Aging Committee, and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced the Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2019, legislation to support the health and wellbeing of family caregivers.
Hampden Couple Affected by Alzheimer’s Disease Testifies at Hearing Chaired by Senator Collins
Mary Dysart Hartt, whose parents founded the family-owned business Dysart’s, and Mike Hartt, the former president of Hartt Transportation, told Senator Collins’ Committee about how creating a care plan has helped them navigate the challenges posed by Alzheimer’s
Senator Collins Urges DOJ to Defend ACA’s Protections for Pre-Existing Conditions and Other Critical Consumer Protections
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Washington, D.C.—U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr today, urging him to reconsider the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) decision not to defend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) due to the unconstitutionality of the individual mandate.
Reducing the Cost of Prescription Drugs
While driving with two of her sons in the car recently, Michelle Dehetre, a mother of five from Lewiston who has Type 1 diabetes, had a frightening experience that has become all too common for her: she began to feel very faint. Fortunately, no one was injured, and paramedics quickly arrived on the scene to take her to the emergency room.
Bipartisan Improving HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act Introduced by Collins, Stabenow, Markey, Capito, Menendez
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Ed Markey (D-MA), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), and Bob Menendez (D-NJ) today introduced the bipartisan Improving HOPE (Health, Outcomes, Planning, and Education) for Alzheimer’s Act. Thanks to a successful bipartisan push by lawmakers, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced in November 2016 that Medicare would begin covering new care plans in 2017, effectively implementing the HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act.
Legislation to Assist Americans with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Introduced by Bipartisan Group Led by Senator Collins
Washington, D.C.—In an effort to help the approximately 200,000 Americans suffering from early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, U.S.
Legislation to Assist Americans with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Introduced by Bipartisan Group of Senators
Washington, D.C.—In an effort to help the approximately 200,000 Americans suffering from early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, U.S.
Senators Collins, King Announce $2.3 Million Grant to Combat Opioid Epidemic in Maine
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Angus King (I-ME) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded the State of Maine $2.3 million to help combat the opioid epidemic. The State Opioid Response grants are administered by HHS’s Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) and aim to address the opioid crisis by increasing medication-assisted treatment.
Collins, Klobuchar Introduce Legislation to Expand Training and Support Services for Families and Caregivers of Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), the Chairman of the Senate Aging Committee, and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) have introduced legislation to expand training and support services for families and caregivers of patients with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Senator Collins Joins Bipartisan Group in Introducing Legislation to Protect Seniors from High Costs of Necessary Medical Care
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) joined Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) in introducing bipartisan legislation to update a current loophole in Medicare policy that would help protect seniors from high medical costs for the skilled nursing care they require after hospitalization.
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