A bill introduced Wednesday by U.S. Rep. Jared Golden to crack down on price spikes is only the latest in a series of measures backed by Maine’s lawmakers to lower the cost of prescriptions.
Susan Collins
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Jim Fossel: State of the Union still divided
The difference now is that Democrats control the House.
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How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
The House has passed the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act to establish a fine and imprisonment of up to 5 years as penalties for those who attempt to defraud military veterans of their benefits.
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Liberal groups slam Collins for Kavanaugh vote in wake of abortion ruling
Kavanaugh sided with the minority in a 5-4 vote to block a restrictive Louisiana abortion law.
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Maine’s congressional delegation reacts to president’s speech
While Sen. Collins and Reps. Pingree and Golden find areas to agree with Trump, Sen. King says the president’s actions will be what really matter.
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Sen. Collins took in personal best $1.8 million in campaign funds in 4th quarter
Her campaign committee says it made a push for donations in late 2018, after Collins’ vote in support of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, to send a message that she would be a strong candidate in 2020.
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Sen. Collins joins colleagues in renewing wetlands conservation act
Maine is home to nearly 100 projects covered by the law.
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Commentary: New farm bill brings fresh opportunity for Maine farmers
Increased research funding will help boost the productivity and profitability of the growing number of organic producers here.
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Maine Voices: Acting EPA administrator puts Mainers’ health at risk
Sen. Collins should protect her constituents and vote against Andrew Wheeler’s confirmation as permanent agency chief.
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Sen. Collins says she wants to hear from Trump’s former lawyer
The Senate Intelligence Committee, of which Maine’s senior senator is a member, subpoenaed Michael Cohen last week to make him address false statements he made to Congress.