Maine’s Republican lawmakers are split on the biggest domestic issue facing Congress.
Bruce Poliquin
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How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
Along with roll call votes last week, the House also passed the Federal Employee Antidiscrimination Act (H.R. 702), to strengthen federal antidiscrimination laws enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and expand accountability within the federal government; passed the FDA Reauthorization Act (H.R. 2430), to revise and extend the user-fee programs for prescription drugs, medical […]
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Poliquin seeks exemptions for Maine dam in danger of abandonment
U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin says new licensing requirements imposed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission could be costly and cause the dam to be abandoned.
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Mainers hope their artwork can help lobbyists’ effort to combat climate change
Work from a Canton and Winslow artist is featured in a conference in Washington, D.C., devoted to public awareness of global warming.
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Our View: Bank deregulation bill is not what Congress promised
Yet House Republicans are pushing a bill that would undo financial protections for consumers.
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Maine politicians react to U.S. withdrawal from Paris accord
Editor’s Note: The Maine Chamber of Commerce declined to comment on President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris climate accord and Gov. Paul LePage’s office did not respond to a request for comment on Thursday. “Climate change requires a global approach. I’m disappointed in the President’s decision to withdraw from the Paris agreement.” — […]
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Rep. Pingree calls Post report ‘shocking;’ Sen. King says it’s troubling if true
Sen. Collins and Rep. Poliquin have yet to weigh in on a Washington Post report that says the president revealed highly classified information to Russian diplomats during a White House meeting.
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Let government fund health care and insurance companies run show
Sen. Susan Collins has the right idea of expanding coverage while deregulating the market.
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Poliquin defends health care vote, says he won’t advocate for or against monument
In a TV interview, Maine’s 2nd District congressman says the American Health Care Act would eliminate taxes and ensure coverage for people with pre-existing conditions.
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Maine delegation splits along partisan lines on Comey firing
King and Pingree call for special counsel, while Collins and Poliquin express confidence in post-Comey FBI probe.