There is an estimated $7.7 trillion gap between the savings American households need to maintain their standard of living in retirement and what they actually have. Only half...
Helping students achieve their education and career goals has long been a priority for me. I recently introduced two bipartisan bills aimed at helping students – especially...
Our nation owes American veterans an enormous debt, one that can never truly be repaid. Honoring our commitment to those who served our nation in uniform involves continuing...
Throughout Maine’s history, our forest products industry has supported good-paying jobs, driven local economies, and strengthened rural communities. This industry is built on...
On Aug. 24, 1814, the British seized control of the U.S. Capitol in an effort to overthrow the American government. What we witnessed last week — 207 years later — at the hands of...
Washington, D.C.—In a column published in the Bangor Daily News today, U.S. Senator Susan Collins described the events that unfolded at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, January 6,...
Having been born and raised in Aroostook County, I know how essential agriculture is to our state’s economy and our way of life. Supporting Maine’s dairy, potato, and special...
Supporting our veterans and those who serve today is among our greatest obligations. That obligation includes supporting America’s “hidden heroes” – the 5.5 million...
As a Senator representing the oldest state in the nation by median age, one of my highest priorities is to improve retirement security for older Americans today and for generations...
In nearly every industry, we are able to shop for goods and services by comparing publicly available price and quality information. From buying shoes to building a house, we...
Nineteen years have passed, but the memory of September 11, 2001, remains as vivid as if it were yesterday. We each have our own recollections of where we were and what we...
Throughout Maine’s history, our forest products industry has created good-paying jobs, driven local economies, and sustained rural communities. It is a linchpin of our...
The effects of COVID-19 on Maine’s families, farmers, and food systems have been serious and are certain to persist for months to come. As part of Congress’ response to the...
There is an urgent need to repair and replace Maine’s aging bridges. Our State currently has 314 bridges in poor condition, the 7th highest percentage in the country. ...
The United States Postal Service and its employees are an invaluable part of American society, our economy, and our history. Since it was established in 1775, the Postal...
Maine is the most rural state in the country. Two out of three Maine schools are in rural communities, and more than half of Maine students attend those schools. While...
Military commanders often say that you ‘recruit the soldier,’ but you ‘retain the family.’ We have an obligation to make sure that we take care of our military families...
It is estimated that America’s seniors lose a staggering $2.9 billion each year to an ever-growing array of financial exploitation schemes and scams. The size and scope of...
Lead poisoning poses a severe threat to human health, especially to children and pregnant women. Lead paint hazards are a particularly serious problem here in Maine and...
Click HERE for a high-resolution photo. Maine just made the Guinness World Records. Not for anything like eating hot dogs or skipping rope, but for leading the world...