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https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/media/maine-veterans-supporting-fellow-veterans Maine Veterans Supporting Fellow Veterans 2017-12-30 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to main content Maine Veterans Supporting Fellow Veterans 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/in-december-podcast-king-highlights-maine-veterans-supporting-fellow-veterans In December Podcast, King Highlights Maine Veterans Supporting Fellow Veterans 2017-12-30 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy In December Podcast, King Highlights Maine Veterans Supporting Fellow Veterans Saturday, December 30, 2017 BRUNSWICK, ME U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today released the December edition of his Inside Maine podcast. In this edition, Senator King speaks with Travis Mills, a retired Army veteran, quadruple amputee and founder of the Travis Mills Foundation in Maine. Senator King then speaks with Jack Richards, a veteran and board member of the Veteran Mentors of Maine program. Senator King and his guests discuss how best help Maine veterans successfully transition into civilian life after service. Maine has one of the highest percentages of veterans in the country; theyre our friends, our neighbors, and our heroes, said Senator King. These veterans deserve our utmost gratitude, and our continuous support particularly as they transition back into civilian life. Thats why it was so great to talk with Travis Mills and Jack Richards, both veterans themselves who have gone the extra mile to help struggling veterans regain a sense of purpose and direction. Travis and Jacks efforts give these men and women an opportunity to realize their full potential it was an honor to speak to them and learn more about their important and meaningful work. Retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a motivational speaker and advocate for veterans and amputees. While serving in Afghanistan in 2012, Travis lost portions of both his arms and legs in Afghanistan from an IED. He is only one of five quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to survive the injuries. Since then, hes created the Travis Mills Foundation, a Maine-based non-profit aimed at supporting injured veterans and their families. The Foundations work includes the establishment of the Travis Mills Foundation Veteran Retreat, which brings injured veterans and their family to Maine in order to help the veterans overcome physical obstacles with the support of family members. Jack Richards ser… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-republican-tax-plan Sanders Statement on Republican Tax Plan 2017-12-27 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Republican Tax Plan Wednesday, December 27, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Dec. 27 U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Wednesday regarding the Republican tax plan: "The Republicans are so desperate to spin their disastrous tax plan that they have resorted to taking comments I recently made completely out of context. Let me set the record straight. "The Trump-Republican tax plan is one of the worst pieces of legislation in the modern history of our country. At a time of massive income and wealth inequality, 83 percent of the tax benefits in that bill go to the top 1 percent at the end of 10 years and 60 percent of the benefits go to the top one-tenth of 1 percent. On the other hand, by the end of the decade, 92 million middle-class Americans will actually be paying more in taxes, including 8 million in the first year alone. Further, this legislation will result in 13 million people losing their health insurance while substantially raising premiums all across the country. It also raises the deficit by $1.4 trillion, laying the groundwork for House Speaker Paul Ryan and other Republicans to call for cuts to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and other important programs in the name of 'deficit reduction.' "Instead of this grossly obscene piece of legislation, let's pass tax reform that permanently benefits all middle-income and working-class families without giving tax breaks to the top 1 percent. Instead of providing huge tax breaks to the rich and large corporations that explode the deficit, which this bill does, millionaires, billionaires and large, profitable corporations must begin paying their fair share of taxes. Then, among other things, we can permanently double the standard deduction, expand the Earned Income Tax Credit, re-instate the personal exemptions and make the Child Tax Credit fully refundable without increasing the debt future generations will inherit." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-republican-tax-plan Sanders Statement on Republican Tax Plan 2017-12-27 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Republican Tax Plan Wednesday, December 27, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Dec. 27 U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Wednesday regarding the Republican tax plan: "The Republicans are so desperate to spin their disastrous tax plan that they have resorted to taking comments I recently made completely out of context. Let me set the record straight. "The Trump-Republican tax plan is one of the worst pieces of legislation in the modern history of our country. At a time of massive income and wealth inequality, 83 percent of the tax benefits in that bill go to the top 1 percent at the end of 10 years and 60 percent of the benefits go to the top one-tenth of 1 percent. On the other hand, by the end of the decade, 92 million middle-class Americans will actually be paying more in taxes, including 8 million in the first year alone. Further, this legislation will result in 13 million people losing their health insurance while substantially raising premiums all across the country. It also raises the deficit by $1.4 trillion, laying the groundwork for House Speaker Paul Ryan and other Republicans to call for cuts to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and other important programs in the name of 'deficit reduction.' "Instead of this grossly obscene piece of legislation, let's pass tax reform that permanently benefits all middle-income and working-class families without giving tax breaks to the top 1 percent. Instead of providing huge tax breaks to the rich and large corporations that explode the deficit, which this bill does, millionaires, billionaires and large, profitable corporations must begin paying their fair share of taxes. Then, among other things, we can permanently double the standard deduction, expand the Earned Income Tax Credit, re-instate the personal exemptions and make the Child Tax Credit fully refundable without increasing the debt future generations will inherit." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-announce-application-period-for-assistance-to-firefighters-grant Collins, King Announce Application Period for Assistance to Firefighters Grant 2017-12-21 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Announce Application Period for Assistance to Firefighters Grant Thursday, December 21, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will begin accepting applications for grant funding through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program on Tuesday, December 26 at 8:00am. The application period will close Friday, February 2, 2018 at 5:00pm.This year, Maine applicants received more than $2.3 million in grants ranging from $10,000 to $349,143 in FY16 funds. The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program provides invaluable support to the firefighters and emergency health professionals who risk their lives protecting us every day, said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement. We encourage Maine fire departments and emergency organizations to apply for funding through this program to help obtain the vital resources they need to do their jobs and keep our communities safe. The AFG Program funding assists fire departments and nonaffiliated emergency medical service organizations in improving their emergency response capabilities. The program provides federal funding that enables these organizations to purchase equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training, and other resources to better protect emergency personnel and the communities they serve. Senator Collins serves as the Chair of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus, and Senator King is a member of the Caucus. Grant guidance for fire departments and other organizations interested in applying for AFG grants can be found HERE and the AFG Get Ready Guide can be found HERE. Applicants that require assistance should contact the AFG Help Desk by email at firegrants@fema.dhs.gov or by calling 1-866-274-0960. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-votes-against-continuing-resolution Sanders Votes Against Continuing Resolution 2017-12-21 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Votes Against Continuing Resolution Thursday, December 21, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 21 Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after voting against a temporary spending bill: "I voted no on the continuing resolution because it is unconscionable for Congress to go home for the holidays while leaving major crises unresolved. There are 800,000 Dreamers in this country who are on the verge of losing their legal status and who could soon be subject to deportation if we do not act. For three months, the Childrens Health Insurance Program and the community health center program have not been reauthorized or fully funded. Millions of children and families are wondering whether they will be able to continue to receive health care. Over 1.5 million older workers and retirees will soon see the pensions they were promised cut by up to 60 percent if Congress does not do its job. "It would simply be wrong to pass another continuing resolution. These problems must be addressed, and they must be addressed now." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-votes-against-continuing-resolution Sanders Votes Against Continuing Resolution 2017-12-21 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Votes Against Continuing Resolution Thursday, December 21, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 21 Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after voting against a temporary spending bill: "I voted no on the continuing resolution because it is unconscionable for Congress to go home for the holidays while leaving major crises unresolved. There are 800,000 Dreamers in this country who are on the verge of losing their legal status and who could soon be subject to deportation if we do not act. For three months, the Childrens Health Insurance Program and the community health center program have not been reauthorized or fully funded. Millions of children and families are wondering whether they will be able to continue to receive health care. Over 1.5 million older workers and retirees will soon see the pensions they were promised cut by up to 60 percent if Congress does not do its job. "It would simply be wrong to pass another continuing resolution.These problems must be addressed, and they must be addressed now." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-calls-on-senate-leaders-to-prioritize-public-health-funding King Calls on Senate Leaders to Prioritize Public Health Funding 2017-12-20 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Calls on Senate Leaders to Prioritize Public Health Funding Wednesday, December 20, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) urged Senate leaders to continue funding the Prevention and Public Health Fund (PPHF) at current levels. The letter comes as the Congress discusses a plan to continue funding the government that threatens to cut $6.35 billion in funding from the PPHF. Prevention remains one of the key means by which our nation can combat public health outbreaks and emergencies, Senator King wrote in the letter. Prevention is also very cost effective while the nation at large spends $3 trillion annually on health care, less than 3 percent of this amount is dedicated to prevention and public health. The federal government plays a critical role in managing public health. Prevention and public health efforts are particularly critical for states like Maine with a substantial rural component. The Prevention and Public Health Fund, created as part of the Affordable Care Act, represents the nations largest investment in prevention initiatives and is used to fund critical public health programs including childhood immunizations, smoking cessation, and lead poisoning prevention in every state. Maine has also received block grants, allowing the state to pursue innovative approaches to unique local health problems. Since 2010, Maine has received $39 million in funding from the PPHF, including nearly $5 million in FY 2017. Under the original proposal to fund the government, the state stands to lose $14.8 million over the next five years, more than half of the previously budged amount. The text of the letter, which was sent to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Senate Finance Committee Chair Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) and Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) can be found HERE and below. ++++ December 20, 2017 The Honorable Mitch McConnell The Honorable Chuck Schumer Majori… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-demands-congress-protect-dreamers-fund-chcs-and-chip-before-going-home Sanders Demands Congress Protect Dreamers, Fund CHCs CHIP Before Going Home 2017-12-20 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Demands Congress Protect Dreamers, Fund CHCs & CHIP Before Going Home Wednesday, December 20, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 20 In a speech on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said it would be unacceptable for Congress to break for the holidays without protecting Dreamers, funding community health centers and the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and addressing a number of other issues critical to working families. It really would be unconscionable to leave Washington after giving tax breaks to billionaires and large corporations, while we ignore the enormous problems facing the middle class and working families of our country, Sanders said. In his speech, he outlined the priorities that must be addressed before the end of the year. DACA:Any end of the year spending agreement must address the fear and uncertainty unnecessarily caused by the administrations reckless actions, and a clean DREAM Act must be signed into law. This is not just what Bernie Sanders wants.A Quinnipiac poll came out the other day in which 77 percent of the American people supported maintaining legal status for these young people and allowing them to move forward towards citizenship. Community Health Centers:If we do not act soon, 70 percent of community health center funding will be cut, and 2,800 health centers will close their doors.Further, 51,000 jobs will be lost, and 9 million patients will lose access to their health care. That would be unacceptable. Community Health Centers must funded at the levels contained in the bipartisan legislation introduced earlier this year by Senators Blunt and Stabenow. Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP):If CHIP is not reauthorized,9 millionchildren in working families will lose their health insurance. These children are covered by CHIP because their families earn too much to qualify for Medicaid but too little to afford private health insurance. Anything short of a full CHIP reauthorization will cause unnecessary confusion… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/video-audio/sharing-the-holidays-with-vermont-seniors Sharing the Holidays with Vermont Seniors 2017-12-20 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy   0 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/following-update-from-cms-king-announces-that-special-enrollment-period-for-maine-people-affected-by-october-storm-runs-through-december-31st_ Following Update from CMS, King Announces That Special Enrollment Period for Maine People Affected by October Storm Runs Through December 31st 2017-12-19 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Following Update from CMS, King Announces That Special Enrollment Period for Maine People Affected by October Storm Runs Through December 31st Individuals Affected By October Wind Storm Do Not Need to Provide Additional Documentation To Qualify; In November, King Wrote Letter to CMS Administrator Seema Verma Requesting Extension Tuesday, December 19, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Senator Angus King (I-Maine) and healthcare assisters working to sign Maine people up for healthcare through the Affordable Care Act have received additional guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, telling them that people in Maine affected by Octobers wind storm can sign up for coverage through December 31st, and will not require any additional documentation to qualify. The new information provides an update to CMS Administrator Seema Vermas response to Senator Kings request for an extension of open enrollment for affected areas of Maine. The October wind storm caused hundreds of thousands of Maine people to lose power just as the Open Enrollment period began, Senator King said. In what was already a shortened open enrollment period, those were valuable days during which many in Maine were not able to explore the different plans available or purchase coverage. Im grateful to CMS and Administrator Verma for recognizing the hardship this posed to our state, and urge our states affected citizens to take advantage of this renewed opportunity to secure healthcare for 2018. Per Administrator Vermas letter to Senator King, any resident of Maine who did not secure coverage by the end of the Open Enrollment Period and was affected by the wind storm should contact the Marketplace Call Center at 1-800-318-2596 to speak with a Marketplace representative. The ACAs Open Enrollment Period, which ended on December 15th,had previously been shortened from 12 weeks to 6 weeks, and included a 12 hour shutdown of the Affordable Care Act website during most weekends. Earlier this year… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/on-senate-floor-king-calls-on-colleagues-to-focus-on-expired-soon-to-expire-essential-services On Senate Floor, King Calls on Colleagues to Focus on Expired, Soon-to-Expire Essential Services 2017-12-18 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-veterans-hold-conversation-on-new-va-positions-in-maine King, Veterans Hold Conversation on New VA Positions in Maine 2017-12-18 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King, Veterans Hold Conversation on New VA Positions in Maine Monday, December 18, 2017 PORTLAND, ME U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today joined local veterans and veteran advocates at American Legion Post 153 in Auburn to discuss the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announcement, made last week, that it will fund three new positions in Maine to better serve the needs of justice-involved Maine veterans confronting homelessness, mental health, or substance abuse issues. The funding will support a Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) Specialist, a Health Care for Re-entry Veterans (HCRV) coordinator, and a specialist focused on veteran suicide prevention. Hearing from veterans who have seen the value of the Veterans Justice Program firsthand is a powerful testament to the programs importance and once again underscores our collective responsibility to care for the veterans who have cared for us, Senator King said. These new positions in our home state will strengthen outreach efforts to Maine veterans and support them in a time of need. I am grateful to the veterans, mentors, and advocates who joined the conversation this morning and look forward to working together to help our veterans and support our community. Included in the conversation were graduates of the Maine Co-Occuring Disorders and Veterans Court, Veterans Mentors of Maine, and founder of the first Maine veterans court Justice Nancy Mills. Participants in the Maine Co-Occuring Disorders and Veterans Court, which works in cooperation with the Veterans Justice Program, meet with a judge each week, meet multiple times a week with an assigned case manager, and attend intensive outpatient treatment.If a higher level of care is needed, referrals are made to residential facilities. Case managers assist participants in securing safe and affordable housing and accessing employment and educational opportunities. In February, Senator Kingwrote to the VAurging the Department to fund a Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) S… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/on-senate-floor-king-calls-on-colleagues-to-focus-on-expired-soon-to-expire-essential-services On Senate Floor, King Calls on Colleagues to Focus on Expired, Soon-to-Expire Essential Services 2017-12-18 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy On Senate Floor, King Calls on Colleagues to Focus on Expired, Soon-to-Expire Essential Services While essential programs and services go unfunded, Congress forcing through tax reform on arbitrary deadline Monday, December 18, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today urged his colleagues in Congress to focus their legislative priorities on essential programs and services that have expired or are set to expire before the end of the year. During his speech, Senator King highlighted the misguided decision to force through tax reform based on an arbitrary deadline instead of addressing funding for some of the nations most pressing issues. Essential programs and services ranging from the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to FEMA Disaster Relief have gone unfunded or have not been reauthorized this fall, with many more programs in jeopardy if they are not addressed by the end of 2017. I want to talk about deadlines missed, and deadlines that dont exist, Senator King said. I don't know where else, other than in this body, where deadlines, which have enormous implications and enormous importance, are simply ignored. Now, I just sat in the last day or so and put together some real deadlines that we have in the law right now. What are they? Well, the Children's Health Insurance Program, deadline September 30, 2017. That's gone. That's passed. I can give you 23,000 reasons that we should have met that deadline. That's the number of young people in Maine that are covered by the Children's Health Insurance Program. Nine million nationwide. But we missed the deadline. Why? I can't find any reason. We don't know anything now that we didn't know in the middle of September or in August when we could have passed this program, but we just blew right by it. Maybe it's because none of our kids are in this program. I venture to say if the children of the members of the United States Senate were in the CHIP program, we would have met that deadline. But we … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/report-republican-tax-bill-hands-15-corporations-236-billion-tax-break Report: Republican Tax Bill Hands 15 Corporations $236 Billion Tax Break 2017-12-18 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Report: Republican Tax Bill Hands 15 Corporations $236 Billion Tax Break Monday, December 18, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 The Republican tax bill, which will be voted upon this week, will provide 15 of the largest and most profitable American corporations a $236 billion tax cut, according to a report prepared for Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) by the Senate Budget Committee Democratic staff. In the final legislation released Friday night, Republicans are offering corporations a nearly 20 percent tax cut to repatriate trillions of dollars stashed in offshore tax havens. The proposed 15.5 percent rate would be a boondoggle for profitable, multinational corporations. After making $59 billion in profits last year, Apple would be the biggest winner with a tax break as large as $47.97 billion on the $246 billion it has stashed in offshore tax havens. Pfizer, with $775 million in 2016 profits, would receive up to a $38.8 billion tax cut; Microsoft up to a $27.7 billion cut after last years profits topped $20 billion; and, with $10.2 billion profits last year,General Electric would receive a tax break of up to $15.99 billion. A repatriation tax holiday has not worked in the past and will not work now, according to the report. As part of the 2004 American Jobs Creation Act, corporations were allowed to repatriate funds at a 5.25 percent tax rate with the assumption that the money would be used to boost the economy and create jobs. Instead, corporations brought $312 billion to the US and spent it on executive pay raises and stock buy backs. - In 2004, Pfizer repatriated $35.5 billion, fired 11,748 workers and gave its executives a raise of $12.8 million. - In 2004, Johnson & Johnson repatriated $10.6 billion, fired 4,062 workers, and gave its executives a raise of more than $32.8 million. The companystands to gain a tax cut of up to $12.9 billion tax break as a result of the Republican tax bill. During the debate over tax reform, corporate leaders have acknowledged that they will us… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-congress-must-not-break-until-it-deals-with-major-crises Sanders: Congress Must Not Break Until it Deals With Major Crises 2017-12-18 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders: Congress Must Not Break Until it Deals With Major Crises Monday, December 18, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Dec. 18 U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Monday regarding the end-of-year spending bill: "As I have stated many times, Congress must not break for recess unless it addresses some of the major crises facing this country. While Republicans believe that tax breaks for billionaires and large corporations is the nation's major priority, I strongly disagree. Here are some of the issues that Congress must deal with now. "We must act now to prevent 800,000 Dreamers, young people who were raised in this country and know no other home, from losing their legal status. Any end of the year spending agreement must address the fear and uncertainty unnecessarily caused by the administration's reckless actions, and a clean Dream Act must be signed into law. "We must not allow 9 million children to lose their health insurance because the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) has not been re-funded. As of December 6th, nine states have already exhausted their 2017 funding, and 16 more states will exhaust their funding by the end of next month. Full funding for CHIP must be reauthorized. "It has been more than two months since funding for the Community Health Center program has lapsed. If we do not act very soon, health care for the 27 million Americans who utilize community health centers will be threatened. Lives will be lost. Unnecessary suffer will occur. The community health center program must be fully funded. "If Congress does not act soon, the earned pension benefits of more than 1.5 million workers and retirees in multi-employer pension plans could be cut by up to 60 percent. When a worker is promised a pension benefit after a lifetime of hard work that promise must be kept. Congress needs to act before the end of the year to make sure that no American in a multi-employer pension plan will see their pension cut." Sanders and U.S. Sen. Eliza… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/at-greater-portland-health-king-calls-on-congress-to-fully-fund-health-care-services-critical-to-maine At Greater Portland Health, King Calls on Congress to Fully Fund Health Care Services Critical to Maine 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy At Greater Portland Health, King Calls on Congress to Fully Fund Health Care Services Critical to Maine Friday, December 15, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today joined health professionals, parents, and advocates at Greater Portland Health in Portland to underscore the importance of fully funding the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and reauthorizing funding for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). Federal funding for CHIP expired at the end of September, putting millions of low-income children across the country at risk of losing their health coverage. Funding for FQHCs is also currently in jeopardy, as Congress has not acted to reauthorize the Community Health Centers Fund, which provides 70 percent of all federal funding for FQHCs across the country. Access to top-quality health services helps people care for their families and builds a healthy Maine community, Senator King said. Right now, Congresss neglect to fully fund CHIP and community health centers puts families in our state at an unnecessary risk. This is an abdication of our responsibility to the people we serve. For the hundreds of thousands of Maine people who use these essential services, and for millions more across the country, I urge my colleagues to act now and fund CHIP and Federally Qualified Health Centers. CHIP provides low-cost health insurance to children in families that earn too much to qualify for Medicaid, but are not able to afford private health insurance. In Maine, CHIP covers 23,000 children, and 9 million children nationwide are covered through the program. In some states, including Maine, CHIP also covers pregnant women. Greater Portland Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center that provides health care to the greater Portland community and helps uninsured and medically underserved people access the care they need. Senator King is a strong supporter of FQHCs and their mission to provide quality, affordable primary care services to more than… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-announce-500000-grant-for-aroostook-band-of-micmacs Collins, King Announce $500,000 Grant for Aroostook Band of Micmacs 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Announce $500,000 Grant for Aroostook Band of Micmacs Friday, December 15, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded $500,000 to the Aroostook Band of Micmacs through USDA Rural Developments Community Facilities Direct Loan Program.The funding will be used to construct a two-story, multifunction facility in Presque Isle that will provide space for important tribal programs. Investing in infrastructure for the Aroostook Band of Micmacs ensures that the tribe can provide programs crucial to the community, said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement. We applaud the USDA for supporting Maine tribes like the Aroostook Band of Micmacs and helping to strengthen our rural communities. The Presque Isle facility will include housing, realty, and assets programs; Head Start; and programs for youth and seniors. In addition, the construction project will include road, water, sewer, and electrical upgrades and a new paved parking area. USDA Rural Development programs provide grants and loans to assist economic expansion and job creation. Funds are directed towards infrastructure improvement, business development, homeownership, community services, public safety, and broadband access in rural areas across the country. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-join-bipartisan-group-of-senators-to-urge-congressional-leadership-to-commit-resources-to-opioid-epidemic Collins, King Join Bipartisan Group of Senators to Urge Congressional Leadership to Commit Resources to Opioid Epidemic 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Join Bipartisan Group of Senators to Urge Congressional Leadership to Commit Resources to Opioid Epidemic Friday, December 15, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King joined a bipartisan group of nine senators in a letter to Leaders McConnell (R-Ky.) and Schumer (D-N.Y.) today calling on them to provide states like Maine with the resources they need to tackle the ongoing opioid epidemic.In their letter, the bipartisan group urged Senate leadership to include additional funding dedicated to addressing the public health crisis in the upcoming supplemental and omnibus appropriations legislation. Opioid misuse is not a partisan issue. It is ravaging communities in every state and preys upon individuals and families regardless of party affiliation, wrote the Senators. We have worked together on this issue in the past, and with the clear statement from Acting Secretary Hargan that the administration is looking for Congress to lead the way, it is time for us to work together again. As the Senate considers pending supplemental and omnibus appropriation legislation, please make every effort to ensure that new, substantial and sustained funding for the opioid epidemic is included in any legislative package. As a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Senator Collins has secured significant funding for addiction treatment services. Earlier this fall, she announced that the Senate Appropriations Committee hasapproved $816 million a $665 million increase over the past two years for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) opioid abuse treatment and prevention programs. The bill directs $500 million to State opioid crisis grants, which were authorized through the 21st Century Cures Act, a bill that was championed by Senator Collins and signed into law in December 2016. Senator King has been a leading proponent of providing additional funding to fight the heroin and opioid crisis, which kills more than one person per day in… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/following-king-letter-centers-for-medicare-and-medicaid-services-agrees-to-provide-a-special-enrollment-period-for-maine-people-affected-by-wind-storm Following King Letter, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Agrees to Provide a Special Enrollment Period for Maine People Affected By Wind Storm 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Following King Letter, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Agrees to Provide a Special Enrollment Period for Maine People Affected By Wind Storm Announcement Comes on Final Day of 2018 Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Period; King Notes Uncertainty of Individual Eligibility for Special Enrollment Period, Urges Maine People to Enroll Before Todays Deadline Friday, December 15, 2017 BRUNSWICK, ME Today, Senator Angus King (I-Maine) received a response to his November letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, in which he urged CMS Administrator Seema Verma to extend the 2018 Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Period for Maine following the severe storm that caused more than 400,000 Maine people to lose power. In todays letter, the full text of which is included below, Administrator Verma agrees that individuals who were unable to enroll in coveragedue to the impacts of the severe wind-storms and resulting power outages across Maine should qualify for an exceptional circumstances [special enrollment period] The letter does not describe the criteria for attributing the inability to enroll to the wind storm, and does not define how much longer affected Maine people will have to enroll. First and foremost: if you are a Maine resident who has yet to enroll in the 2018 Open Enrollment Period, its not too late to sign up today,Senator King said.I know this posed a challenge for many in Maine: With an already shortened Open Enrollment Period, Octobers storm and the resulting power outages that affected hundreds of thousands in Maine caused a large number of people to lose valuable days that could have been used to explore the different plans available and secure healthcare coverage for 2018. While Im pleased CMS will consider special enrollment periods for those affected by the storm, Administrator Vermas letter does leave several questions open: notably what information is required to qualify, how the determination will be made, and how long the s… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-urges-va-secretary-to-protect-homeless-veterans-hud-vash-funding King Urges VA Secretary to Protect Homeless Veterans, HUD-VASH Funding 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Urges VA Secretary to Protect Homeless Veterans, HUD-VASH Funding King letter follows reports that VA improperly planned to reallocate funding for HUD-VASH program to VA General Purpose fund Friday, December 15, 2017 PORTLAND, ME U.S. Senator King (I-Maine) this week wrote to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary David Shulkin urging him to protect homeless veterans and ensure veteran homeless programs are fully funded. The letter follows reports that the VA planned to reallocate funding previously appropriated for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development-Veterans Affairs Supportive housing (HUD-VASH) veteran housing voucher program to the VAs General Purpose fund. I write to express my serious concern over reports that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) considered a reduction in funding for the Housing and Urban Development Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing) HUD-VASH program during Fiscal Year 2018, Senator King wrote. The HUD-VASH program provides critical housing support to homeless veterans and has played a critical role in reducing veteran homelessness across the nation, and I strongly oppose these types of funding reductions. While I was glad to see the VA announce on December 7, 2017, that there will be absolutely no change in the funding to support our homeless programs, I found the original proposal highly concerning and urge the VA to continue supporting this successful program... I plan to work with my colleagues in support of this important program that serves the needs of homeless veterans in Maine and across the country, and I hope that the Department of Veterans Affairs will continue as an enthusiastic partner in these efforts to end veteran homelessness. The HUD-VASH program is a collaborative effort between the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the VA that uses targeted vouchers to offer permanent supportive housing opportunities to veterans experiencing homelessness.Among VA homeless cont… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-final-gop-tax-bill Sanders Statement on Final GOP Tax Bill 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Final GOP Tax Bill Friday, December 15, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Dec. 15 U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Friday after Congressional Republicans released their final tax bill: "This tax bill is a moral and economic obscenity. It is a gift to wealthy Republican campaign contributors and an insult to the working families of our country. At a time of massive income and wealth inequality this bill would provide the majority of benefits to the top 1 percent and the largest corporations. Unbelievably, at the end of 10 years it would actually raise taxes on millions of middle-class families and, by creating a $1.4 trillion deficit, would pave the way for massive cuts to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and other important programs. No member of Congress should vote for this disastrous legislation." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-final-gop-tax-bill Sanders Statement on Final GOP Tax Bill 2017-12-15 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Final GOP Tax Bill Friday, December 15, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Dec. 15 U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Friday after Congressional Republicans released their final tax bill: "This tax bill is a moral and economic obscenity. It is a gift to wealthy Republican campaign contributors and an insult to the working families of our country. At a time of massive income and wealth inequality this bill would provide the majority of benefits to the top 1 percent and the largest corporations. Unbelievably, at the end of 10 years it would actually raise taxes on millions of middle-class families and, by creating a $1.4 trillion deficit, would pave the way for massive cuts to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and other important programs. No member of Congress should vote for this disastrous legislation." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-urge-fcc-chairman-to-cancel-vote-on-net-neutrality Collins, King Urge FCC Chairman to Cancel Vote on Net Neutrality 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Urge FCC Chairman to Cancel Vote on Net Neutrality Thursday, December 14, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Angus King (I-Maine) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) sent a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai in support of the agency’s existing net neutrality rules. The senators’ letter comes ahead of today’s planned vote by the FCC on rolling back the existing net neutrality protections. “We are writing to urge you to cancel today’s vote on the Restoring Internet Freedom Order,” the Senators wrote in their letter.  “Repealing the FCC’s net neutrality rules will undermine longstanding protections that have ensured the open internet as a powerful and transformative platform of innovation and economic opportunity. We are concerned about the proposed order’s impact on the free market that has driven growth in our economy for years, and the potential adverse effect on rural America’s ability to realize the internet’s full potential. Given that this change will affect every sector of the U.S. economy, we are also concerned about the speed of the process, the lack of public hearings, and the underlying rationale for repealing net neutrality without an adequate replacement.” The complete text of the letter is available HERE and below. +++ The Honorable Ajit Pai Chairman Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street, SW Washington, DC 20554 Dear Chairman Pai: We are writing to urge you to cancel today’s vote on the Restoring Internet Freedom Order (Docket 17-108). This is a matter of enormous importance with significant implications for our entire economy, and therefore merits the most thorough, deliberate, and thoughtful process that can be provided. The process thus far in this important matter has not met that standard.   Repealing the FCC’s net neutrality rules will undermine longstanding protections that have ensured the open internet as a powerful and transformative platform of innovation and economic oppor… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-introduces-bill-to-encourage-energy-independence-support-21st-century-grid King Introduces Bill to Encourage Energy Independence, Support 21st Century Grid 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Introduces Bill to Encourage Energy Independence, Support 21st Century Grid Thursday, December 14, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today introduced the Next Generation Grid Resources and Infrastructure Development (GRID) Act. The legislation would encourage energy independence, foster innovation, and leverage federal resources to support a more resilient 21st century electricity grid through the use of distributed energy resources (DER). The legislation builds off the Free Market Energy Act, introduced by Senator King in 2015, which created a first-of-its-kind framework to support DER technologies by establishing parameters for consumers to connect their distributed energy resources, like solar panels or battery storage, to the energy grid.             “Fostering personal energy independence helps people in Maine and across the country lower their energy costs and contribute to the grid all the while supporting innovative technologies that help create jobs,” Senator King said. “By encouraging a commonsense framework for connecting distributed energy resources to the grid, we can build a diverse, resilient energy system that supports a 21st century economy. From lowering energy costs by increasing the efficiency of our electricity grid, to strengthening the resilience of the system from potential disruption, this bill will help keep the lights on, bolster our national security, and move our country forward.” "Maine is a regional leader in the development of innovative, forward-thinking, clean energy sources – it's critically important that our electric grid keep pace with the change in the types of electricity we use to power our homes and businesses,” said Jeremy Payne, Executive Director of Maine Renewable Energy Association. “Senator King's Next Gen GRID Act helps to ensure state regulators encourage the development of a modern power grid capable of adapting and responding to ou… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-statement-on-fcc-vote-to-repeal-net-neutrality-protections King Statement on FCC Vote to Repeal Net Neutrality Protections 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Statement on FCC Vote to Repeal Net Neutrality Protections Thursday, December 14, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement after today’s vote by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to roll back the agency’s existing protections on net neutrality: “Disastrous isn’t strong enough of an adjective to describe today’s decision. This ruling will make it harder for regular people to use the internet, plain and simple. For decades, the internet has leveled the playing field so a mom-and-pop shop in Augusta has the same chance to succeed as a multinational corporation in Silicon Valley; now, internet providers can sell fast lanes to the highest bidder or discriminate against certain content. This change is bad for small businesses, bad for consumers, and bad for the country – so I’m against it. While I’m confident that the new rules (or lack thereof) will be challenged in court, I’m also open to pursuing a permanent legislative solution to protect a truly free and open internet for all Americans.” Senator King is a fierce proponent of protecting the internet as a tool that can be used equally by all. This week, he sent two letters to FCC Chairman Ajit Pai, expressing concern about the proposal: one with Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) asking Chairman Pai to cancel today’s vote, and another with a group of 38 Senate colleagues urging Chairman Pai to abandon the attempts to repeal net neutrality protections. Last week, in light of reports that bots filed hundreds of thousands of fraudulent comments to the FCC during the net neutrality policymaking comment process, he urged Chairman Pai to delay the planned December 14th vote until an investigation of the public record could be conducted. In September 2015, he filed an amicus brief with the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in support of the FCC’s Open Internet rules. He also wrote a letter to then-FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler in advance of the Commission’s net neutrality decision urgin… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/-sanders-statement-on-fcc-decision-to-repeal-net-neutrality Sanders Statement on FCC Decision to Repeal Net Neutrality 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on FCC Decision to Repeal Net Neutrality Thursday, December 14, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 14 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after the Federal Communications Commission voted to repeal net neutrality protections: "Once again, the Trump administration has sided with big money and against the interests of the American people. The FCC’s vote to end net neutrality is an egregious attack on our democracy. With this decision the internet and its free exchange of information as we have come to know it will cease to exist. The end of net neutrality protections means that the internet will be for sale to the highest bidder, instead of everyone having the same access regardless of whether they are rich or poor, a big corporation or small business, a multimedia conglomerate or a small online publication. At a time when our democratic institutions are already in peril, we must do everything we can to stop this decision from taking effect." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/-sanders-statement-on-fcc-decision-to-repeal-net-neutrality Sanders Statement on FCC Decision to Repeal Net Neutrality 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on FCC Decision to Repeal Net Neutrality Thursday, December 14, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 14 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after the Federal Communications Commission voted to repeal net neutrality protections: "Once again, the Trump administration has sided with big money and against the interests of the American people. The FCC’s vote to end net neutrality is an egregious attack on our democracy. With this decision the internet and its free exchange of information as we have come to know it will cease to exist. The end of net neutrality protections means that the internet will be for sale to the highest bidder, instead of everyone having the same access regardless of whether they are rich or poor, a big corporation or small business, a multimedia conglomerate or a small online publication. At a time when our democratic institutions are already in peril, we must do everything we can to stop this decision from taking effect." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/video-audio/listening-to-vermont-students Listening to Vermont Students 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy   0 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/video-audio/listening-to-vermont-students_ Listening to Vermont Students 2017-12-14 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy   0 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tax-conference-committee-statement Tax Conference Committee Statement 2017-12-13 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Tax Conference Committee Statement Wednesday, December 13, 2017 Sen. Bernie Sanders' prepared statement for the tax conference committee. Sanders is the ranking member of the Budget Committee. Mr. Chairman, as you well know, this is not a real conference committee. It is a sham. According to media reports, much of this legislation has already been written behind closed doors which is consistent with the entire process for this bill from day one. In legislation that will have a major impact on our economy there has not been one public hearing, no opportunity to hear from economists, governors, mayors or ordinary Americans who will be impacted by this legislation.   This is legislation that was written for wealthy campaign contributors, for the billionaire class and by the billionaire class. In fact, it is my understanding that over 6,000 lobbyists have worked on this legislation behind closed doors.   Mr. Chairman, every poll that I have seen shows that by overwhelming numbers the American people do not want this bill to be passed. They know that in the Senate bill, in the midst of massive wealth and income inequality, 62 percent of the tax benefits go to the top 1 percent and 42 percent of the benefits go to the top one-tenth of 1 percent. In America today, the very rich are becoming much richer while the middle class continues to shrink, and your solution is to provide 62 percent of the benefits to the top 1 percent. The American people also understand that at the end of 10 years, 83 million middle class Americans will see their taxes go up under the Senate bill. They know that, with 13 million Americans losing their health insurance, health care premiums on the individual market will increase by 10 percent. And they also know, that despite years of Republicans telling us how concerned they are about deficits and the national debt, this legislation will increase the deficit by $1.4 trillion over 10 years.   And, furthermore, the American people are outraged by what Speak… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/trumps-dod-unprepared-for-climate-adaptation-rejected-recommendations-for-improvement Trump's DOD Unprepared for Climate Adaptation, Rejected Recommendations for Improvement 2017-12-13 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, Dec. 13 – After reviewing mounting evidence from the Government Accountability Office that climate change has reduced military readiness, President Donald Trump's administration rejected the science attributing extreme weather events to climate change as well as recommendations to monitor the effects of climate change. The Pentagon’s rejection of established climate science comes in response to a new GAO report prepared for Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and Richard Durbin (D-Ill.). The study, reviewing the Pentagon’s efforts to plan for the impact of climate change on military bases in overseas locations, was requested in early 2016.  DOD has publicly acknowledged since 2010 that climate change is a threat to national security, and has said in the past that climate change will have serious implications on the ability to maintain and sustain military infrastructure and ensure military readiness. However, the Pentagon does not track how much the impacts of climate change will cost the department and regularly exempts key national security sites from vulnerability assessments, making it harder for DOD to effectively manage and budget for climate-related risks, according to a new report GAO prepared. New installations are rarely designed to include climate change adaptation because DOD inconsistently includes the relevant information in training and design standards. In its review of overseas military installations, GAO found numerous examples of potential and observed impacts of climate change-related extreme weather on DOD infrastructure and operations, including flooding, facility damage, water shortages, power outages, increased maintenance and encroachment on training. Many of these events threaten the United States’ military preparedness. In response to GAO’s recommendation that DOD require installations to systematically and comprehensively track the costs associated with extreme weather and climate change, Presi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/trumps-dod-unprepared-for-climate-adaptation-rejected-recommendations-for-improvement Trump's DOD Unprepared for Climate Adaptation, Rejected Recommendations for Improvement 2017-12-13 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, Dec. 13 – After reviewing mounting evidence from the Government Accountability Office that climate change has reduced military readiness, President Donald Trump's administration rejected the science attributing extreme weather events to climate change as well as recommendations to monitor the effects of climate change. The Pentagon’s rejection of established climate science comes in response to a new GAO report prepared for Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and Richard Durbin (D-Ill.). The study, reviewing the Pentagon’s efforts to plan for the impact of climate change on military bases in overseas locations, was requested in early 2016.  DOD has publicly acknowledged since 2010 that climate change is a threat to national security, and has said in the past that climate change will have serious implications on the ability to maintain and sustain military infrastructure and ensure military readiness. However, the Pentagon does not track how much the impacts of climate change will cost the department and regularly exempts key national security sites from vulnerability assessments, making it harder for DOD to effectively manage and budget for climate-related risks, according to a new report GAO prepared. New installations are rarely designed to include climate change adaptation because DOD inconsistently includes the relevant information in training and design standards. In its review of overseas military installations, GAO found numerous examples of potential and observed impacts of climate change-related extreme weather on DOD infrastructure and operations, including flooding, facility damage, water shortages, power outages, increased maintenance and encroachment on training. Many of these events threaten the United States’ military preparedness. In response to GAO’s recommendation that DOD require installations to systematically and comprehensively track the costs associated with extreme weather and climate change, Presi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-announce-more-than-23-million-navy-contract-for-bath-iron-works Collins, King Announce More Than $23 Million Navy Contract for Bath Iron Works 2017-12-12 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Announce More Than $23 Million Navy Contract for Bath Iron Works Tuesday, December 12, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced today that the U.S. Navy has awarded Bath Iron Works (BIW) a $23,902,104 contract modification. The funding will be used to continue lead yard services for Arleigh Burke-class ships. “This funding is critical to ensuring that the highly skilled men and women of Bath Iron Works have the necessary resources to continue building the best, most advanced destroyers in the world,” Senators Collins and King said in a joint statement. “We applaud the Navy for this contract modification that supports the hardworking employees at BIW, strengthens Maine’s economy, and bolsters our national security.” This funding is a cost-plus-award-fee modification to a previously awarded contract for lead yard services. The modification provides engineering and technical assistance for the Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, and tasks include planning and DDG-51 Arleigh Burke-class Flight III upgrade design efforts. Senator Collins is a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, and Senator King is a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-signs-letter-to-fcc-chairman-in-support-of-net-neutrality King Signs Letter to FCC Chairman In Support of Net Neutrality 2017-12-12 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Signs Letter to FCC Chairman In Support of Net Neutrality Tuesday, December 12, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Angus King (I-Maine) joined with Senator Bill Nelson (D-Fla) and 37 of their colleagues in sending a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai urging him to abandon his plan to repeal the agency’s net neutrality rules. The senators’ letter comes ahead of a Thursday vote by the FCC on existing net neutrality protections. “Your plan gives a broadband provider the ability to significantly alter their subscribers’ internet experience,” the Senators wrote.  “Once adopted, this proposal will permit that provider to freely block, slow down or manipulate a consumer’s access to the internet as long as it discloses those practices – no matter how anti-consumer – somewhere within mounds of legalese in a new ‘net neutrality’ policy.  …It is a stunning regulatory overreach.” Senator King is a fierce proponent of protecting the internet as a tool that can be used equally by all. Last week, in light of reports that bots filed hundreds of thousands of fraudulent comments to the FCC during the net neutrality policymaking comment process, he urged Chairman Pai to delay the planned December 14th vote until an investigation of the public record could be conducted. In September 2015, he filed an amicus brief with the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in support of the FCC’s Open Internet rules. He also wrote a letter to then-FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler in advance of the Commission’s net neutrality decision urging the FCC to put in place strong, light-touch protections that ensures the internet remains open and free of discriminatory practices. The complete text of the letter is available HERE and below. +++ The Honorable Ajit Pai Chairman, Federal Communications Commission 445 12th St., SW Washington, DC 20554   Dear Chairman Pai: We write to urge you to abandon your reckless plan to radically alter the free and open internet as we know it.  Yo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/maine-delegation-applauds-va-announcement-to-fund-veteran-support-specialists-in-maine Maine Delegation Applauds VA Announcement to Fund Veteran Support Specialists in Maine 2017-12-12 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Maine Delegation Applauds VA Announcement to Fund Veteran Support Specialists in Maine In Portland, VA Deputy Secretary announces three new positions to address veteran mental health, substance abuse, homelessness Tuesday, December 12, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Representatives Chellie Pingree and Bruce Poliquin today applauded the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) announcement that it will fund three new positions in Maine to better serve the needs of justice-involved Maine veterans confronting homelessness, mental health, or substance abuse issues. The funding will support a Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) Specialist, a Health Care for Re-entry Veterans (HCRV) coordinator, and a specialist focused on veteran suicide prevention. VA Deputy Secretary Thomas Bowman made the announcement during the First Annual Military Veteran Symposium in Portland this morning. “Maine veterans answered the call to uphold our freedoms, and those struggling with mental health issues, substance abuse, or homelessness deserve our comprehensive support,” Senator King said. “These new positions in Maine provide veterans with expanded access to specialists so they can get the treatments and services they need. Maine is a community – we care for our neighbors and for each other – and with the VA’s announcement today, we have taken an important step to strengthen our community and better care for veterans across the state.” “As our population of veterans has grown, aged, and diversified, the Togus VA Medical Center has adapted to these changes to meet the needs of patients,” said Senator Collins.  “Today’s announcement that the VA is funding three critical positions at Togus to help promote suicide prevention, assist veterans returning to society, and prevent unnecessary criminalization of those with mental illness will enhance the hospital’s work to provide high-quality care for veterans.  I applaud the VA for making this important investm… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/must-read/lives-at-risk-inside-a-senior-complex-in-puerto-rico-with-no-power Lives at Risk Inside a Senior Complex in Puerto Rico With No Power 2017-12-11 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Lives at Risk Inside a Senior Complex in Puerto Rico With No Power Monday, December 11, 2017 SAN JUAN, P.R. — Altagracia Rodriguez de Jesus woke up on a recent morning and cranked open the aluminum shutters along one wall of her small, eighth-floor apartment overlooking the capital. She took a cold shower and kept the bathroom door open to let in the sunlight. Her cockatiel, Precious, sat in a cage on the toilet. Ms. Rodriguez de Jesus, 80, sang to the bird. She and other residents at the subsidized apartment tower where she lives could not switch on lights, cook on electric stoves, turn on bedroom air-conditioners or use washing machines. Hurricane Irma cut power to the San Juan neighborhood of Hill Brothers on Sept. 6. Then, two weeks later, Hurricane Maria devastated the entire island’s electrical grid. It was not until early December that part of the neighborhood had power again. Continue reading here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/must-read/people-dont-take-their-pills-only-one-thing-seems-to-help People Dont Take Their Pills. Only One Thing Seems to Help. 2017-12-11 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy People Don’t Take Their Pills. Only One Thing Seems to Help. By:  Austin Frakt Monday, December 11, 2017 For all that Americans spend on prescription drugs — $425 billion last year — you’d think we’d actually take our medicine. But one of the frustrating truths about American health care is that half or more of prescribed medication is never taken. It’s called medication nonadherence, and it’s a well-documented and longstanding problem, particularly for patients with chronic conditions. The drugs they’re prescribed are intended to prevent costly complications, reduce hospitalization, even keep them alive. But even when the stakes are high, many patients don’t take their meds. This seems like a problem we ought to be able to solve. It motivates high tech approaches, like digital pills that can automatically communicate to doctors that they’ve been taken. Continue reading here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-government-spending-deadline Sanders Statement on Government Spending Deadline 2017-12-09 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Government Spending Deadline Saturday, December 9, 2017 The Republicans, who control the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House and the White House, must not be allowed to shut the government down at the end of the year.  Since the passage of the Budget Control Act in 2011, every budget agreement reached between Republicans and Democrats has maintained parity between defense and non-defense spending.  That must not change.   While the rich become much richer, many millions of middle class families are struggling to survive.  The Republicans cannot ask for $54 billion more in military spending, and ignore the health care needs of our children and working families in the CHIP and Community Health Center programs.  They cannot ignore millions of older workers who are about to lose the pensions they were promised, younger people burdened with outrageous levels of student debt or veterans unable to get the quality health care they were promised.  They cannot ignore the reality that 800,000 Dreamers will start losing their legal status in a few months and that an opioid epidemic is sweeping the country.   In short, the Republicans must work in a bi-partisan way to pass a budget which reflects the needs of all Americans, not just wealthy campaign contributors. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-government-spending-deadline Sanders Statement on Government Spending Deadline 2017-12-09 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Government Spending Deadline Saturday, December 9, 2017 The Republicans, who control the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House and the White House, must not be allowed to shut the government down at the end of the year.  Since the passage of the Budget Control Act in 2011, every budget agreement reached between Republicans and Democrats has maintained parity between defense and non-defense spending.  That must not change.   While the rich become much richer, many millions of middle class families are struggling to survive.  The Republicans cannot ask for $54 billion more in military spending, and ignore the health care needs of our children and working families in the CHIP and Community Health Center programs.  They cannot ignore millions of older workers who are about to lose the pensions they were promised, younger people burdened with outrageous levels of student debt or veterans unable to get the quality health care they were promised.  They cannot ignore the reality that 800,000 Dreamers will start losing their legal status in a few months and that an opioid epidemic is sweeping the country.   In short, the Republicans must work in a bi-partisan way to pass a budget which reflects the needs of all Americans, not just wealthy campaign contributors. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-backs-bipartisan-bill-to-support-gold-star-families King Backs Bipartisan Bill to Support Gold Star Families 2017-12-08 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Backs Bipartisan Bill to Support Gold Star Families Friday, December 8, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today announced his support for the Gold Star Families Support and Installation Act. The bipartisan, bicameral legislation would increase support for Gold Star families by creating a standardized policy so the families can more easily access military facilities and certain military benefits.             “Gold Star families have sacrificed so much for our country and they deserve our earnest support as they grieve for their loved ones,” Senator King said. “In President Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address, he summed up our collective responsibility to care for our nation’s veterans and their families saying we must, ‘care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan.’ By improving the services and benefits available to Gold Star families, we can better live by Lincoln’s words and give back to those who have given everything so we may live free.” Under current law, there are no standardized means for Gold Star families to access military facilities to do things like visit a loved one’s gravesite, receive grief counseling, or attend a memorial service. Some services have taken steps to issue access cards, but there is still no consistent policy across military service branches. Additionally, Gold Star spouses lose their on-base benefits if they choose to remarry. Joining Senator King in supporting the Senate legislation are Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), David Purdue (R-Ga.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.). ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-collins-king-resolution-marking-december-16-2017-as-wreaths-across-america-day Senate Passes Collins, King Resolution Marking December 16, 2017, as “Wreaths Across America Day” 2017-12-08 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Senate Passes Collins, King Resolution Marking December 16, 2017, as “Wreaths Across America Day” Friday, December 8, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that the Senate unanimously passed a resolution designating Saturday, December 16, 2017 as “Wreaths Across America Day.” On December 16th, a convoy of volunteers is scheduled to arrive at Arlington National Cemetery to lay Maine-made balsam wreaths at the grave sites of American veterans interred there. “In its twenty-six year history, Wreaths Across America has become an enduring symbol of valor and sacrifice, and reaffirms our never-ending obligation to thank those who served in defense of our nation,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement. “This Maine-led tradition is an inspiring example of the generosity and gratitude to our nation’s veterans that makes the holiday season so special.  We are grateful for the hundreds of thousands of volunteers who ‘Remember, Honor, Teach’ through Wreaths Across America.” To honor our fallen heroes, wreaths will be laid at the graves of American servicemembers as part of a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. In addition to Arlington National Cemetery, wreaths will be laid at more than 1,200 other locations across the country and at numerous national veterans cemeteries on foreign soil. Patriot Guard Riders will once again continue their tradition of escorting the wreath trucks from Maine down the East Coast, along with other patriotic escorts including motorcycle units, law enforcement, and first responders. Hundreds of thousands of volunteers are expected to participate in this proud tradition. The resolution is available HERE. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/bernies-podcast/-episode-12-our-budget-priorities-with-elizabeth-warren-120717 Episode 12: Our Budget Priorities with Elizabeth Warren 2017-12-07 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy While Republicans are busy trying to give enormous tax breaks to billionaires and corporations, Sen. Elizabeth Warren and I are here to talk about what we really should be prioritizing in our budget to invest in working families and put the middle class first. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-tax-reform-conference-committee Sanders Statement on Tax Reform Conference Committee 2017-12-07 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Tax Reform Conference Committee Thursday, December 7, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 7 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) named him to the conference committee on the Republican tax legislation: "I thank Leader Schumer for putting me on the so-called 'tax reform' conference committee. Let me be very clear: Both versions of the Senate and the House tax bills are morally grotesque and terrible economic policy. Both bills would provide massive tax breaks for millionaires and billionaires, increase taxes on millions of middle class Americans, raise the deficit by more than $1 trillion, and lead to savage cuts in Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. And, by the way, both of these bills would provide major tax incentives to move American jobs and profits overseas. As a member of the conference committee, I will do everything I can to defeat these bills. We need to rebuild the disappearing middle class, not provide more tax breaks to billionaires. " 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-tax-reform-conference-committee Sanders Statement on Tax Reform Conference Committee 2017-12-07 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Tax Reform Conference Committee Thursday, December 7, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 7 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) named him to the conference committee on the Republican tax legislation: "I thank Leader Schumer for putting me on the so-called 'tax reform' conference committee. Let me be very clear: Both versions of the Senate and the House tax bills are morally grotesque and terrible economic policy. Both bills would provide massive tax breaks for millionaires and billionaires, increase taxes on millions of middle class Americans, raise the deficit by more than $1 trillion, and lead to savage cuts in Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. And, by the way, both of these bills would provide major tax incentives to move American jobs and profits overseas. As a member of the conference committee, I will do everything I can to defeat these bills. We need to rebuild the disappearing middle class, not provide more tax breaks to billionaires. " 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/on-senate-floor-king-urges-deficit-neutral-tax-reform On Senate Floor, King Urges Deficit-Neutral Tax Reform 2017-12-06 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-introduces-motion-to-instruct-tax-bill-conferees-to-return-deficit-neutral-final-conference-report King Introduces Motion to Instruct Tax Bill Conferees to Return Deficit-Neutral Final Conference Report 2017-12-06 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Introduces Motion to Instruct Tax Bill Conferees to Return Deficit-Neutral Final Conference Report “It’s unethical, what we’re doing.” Wednesday, December 6, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) introduced a motion to instruct members of the bicameral conference committee on tax reform to return a final conference report that does not increase the federal budget deficit for the period of FY 2018 through FY 2027. He spoke on the Senate floor in support of the motion, which was defeated by a vote of 48 to 50. Excerpts from the speech are below: “We are headed into literally uncharted territory with regard to our national debt… It is a threat to this country. It’s a threat to our national security. It’s a threat to every man, woman and especially child, because they’re the people that are going to have to be paying this debt. “The bill that was passed in the dead of night early Saturday morning adds $1.5 trillion to that debt…We’re adding to the debt at a time of low unemployment, enormous growth in the stock market and a relatively strong economy. Not perfect by any means, but compared with where we were 5 or 6 years ago, we’re in positive territory on the economy. That’s when you should pay down debt, not add to it unnecessarily. If we were in a crisis, if we were in a recession, if we were in a conflict that required immediate mobilization, that’s when you want to add to the debt. “That’s what you borrow for – we’re borrowing to pay park rangers salaries. We’re borrowing to do the ordinary operation of government, and now we’re borrowing to give major tax cuts in a time of relatively positive economic growth. And I know it’s not as it should be, and as high as we want it to be, but this bill that we passed that’s going to add to the debt isn’t going to do much of anything to assist us with growth. The analysis of the Joint Taxation Committee is that it will add 0.8% to GDP growth in 10 years. That’s almost immeasurable…it doesn’t … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-franken Sanders Statement on Franken 2017-12-06 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Franken Wednesday, December 6, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 6 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement on Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.): "Sen. Franken has said that he will be making an announcement about his political future tomorrow. The right thing is for him to resign. We are now at a crossroads in American culture. And it is an important one. The way we treat women in our country has been abysmal in almost every way. We are finally addressing the issue of sexual harassment, and we need to get it right. But the conversation we are having now is only the tip of the iceberg. It needs to be an ongoing movement of women and men that includes a national discussion about sexism, sexual harassment, objectification, inequality and abuse of power." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-franken Sanders Statement on Franken 2017-12-06 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Franken Wednesday, December 6, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 6 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement on Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.): "Sen. Franken has said that he will be making an announcement about his political future tomorrow. The right thing is for him to resign. We are now at a crossroads in American culture. And it is an important one. The way we treat women in our country has been abysmal in almost every way. We are finally addressing the issue of sexual harassment, and we need to get it right. But the conversation we are having now is only the tip of the iceberg. It needs to be an ongoing movement of women and men that includes a national discussion about sexism, sexual harassment, objectification, inequality and abuse of power." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/sen-king-on-cnn-new-day-12-05-17 Sen. King on CNN New Day 12-05-17 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-announce-727846-in-funding-for-greater-portland-health Collins, King Announce $727,846 in Funding for Greater Portland Health 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Announce $727,846 in Funding for Greater Portland Health Tuesday, December 5, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded two grants totaling $727,846 to Greater Portland Health. The Department’s Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) will grant $581,024 to Greater Portland Health through its Health Center Cluster program and $146,822 through its Ryan White Part C Outpatient EIS program.   “Community health centers, like Greater Portland Health, help Mainers across our state receive the high quality care they deserve,” Senators Collins and King said in a joint statement. “These federal grants offer critical support for people in the Greater Portland area, and we applaud HHS for recognizing Greater Portland Health’s commitment to the surrounding community.” HRSA is an agency within HHS that is tasked with improving access to health care by building healthy communities, strengthening the health care workforce, and achieving health equity. HRSA’s Health Cluster programs targets the economic and medically vulnerable as well as the geographically isolated. The Ryan White Part C Outpatient EIS Program funds primary care for those living with HIV. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-trumps-plan-to-recognize-jerusalem-as-the-capital-of-israel Sanders Statement on Trump's Plan to Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Trump's Plan to Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel Tuesday, December 5, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 5 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) responded to reports Tuesday that President Donald Trump plans to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel: "I’m extremely concerned by reports that President Trump plans to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of the state of Israel. There’s a reason why all past U.S. administrations have avoided making this move, and why leaders from all over the world, including a group of former Israeli ambassadors, have warned Trump against doing it: It would dramatically undermine the prospects for an Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement, and severely, perhaps irreparably, damage the United States’ ability to broker that peace. What the U.S. should be doing now is bringing adversaries in the Middle East together to seek common solutions, not exacerbating tensions in this highly volatile region." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-to-trump-keep-your-promises-to-protect-social-security-and-medicare Sanders to Trump: Keep Your Promises to Protect Social Security and Medicare 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders to Trump: Keep Your Promises to Protect Social Security and Medicare Tuesday, December 5, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 5 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) challenged President Donald Trump to keep his repeated promise to protect Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid from Republican attempts to cut the programs. “Mr. President, on the campaign trail you said over and over again you would not cut Social Security or Medicare or Medicaid. And today, I am asking you nothing more than to keep your word. Don't lie to the American people. Millions of people voted for you because you said you would not cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Keep your word. Tell Senate Leader McConnell and tell House Speaker Paul Ryan that you will veto any legislation that cuts these programs,” Sanders said on the Senate floor Tuesday. Trump said repeatedly during the campaign that he would not cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.  In March 2016, then-candidate Trump said that unlike House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) he would protect the programs. “You know, Paul [Ryan] wants to knock out Social Security, knock it down, way down. He wants to knock Medicare way down,” Trump told WROK radio in Wisconsin. “I’m not going to cut it, and I’m not going to raise ages, and I’m not going to do all of the things that they want to do. But they want to really cut it, and they want to cut it very substantially, the Republicans, and I’m not going to do that.” According to The New York Times, Republicans plan to focus on cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid following tax reform. “As the tax cut legislation passed by the Senate early Saturday hurtles toward final approval, Republicans are preparing to use the swelling deficits made worse by the package as a rationale to pursue their long-held vision: undoing the entitlements of the New Deal and Great Society, leaving government leaner and the safety net skimpier for millions of Americans,” the Times reported in a front-page story last weekend. L… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-trumps-plan-to-recognize-jerusalem-as-the-capital-of-israel Sanders Statement on Trump's Plan to Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Trump's Plan to Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel Tuesday, December 5, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 5 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) responded to reports Tuesday that President Donald Trump plans to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel: "I’m extremely concerned by reports that President Trump plans to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of the state of Israel. There’s a reason why all past U.S. administrations have avoided making this move, and why leaders from all over the world, including a group of former Israeli ambassadors, have warned Trump against doing it: It would dramatically undermine the prospects for an Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement, and severely, perhaps irreparably, damage the United States’ ability to broker that peace. What the U.S. should be doing now is bringing adversaries in the Middle East together to seek common solutions, not exacerbating tensions in this highly volatile region." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-to-trump-keep-your-promises-to-protect-social-security-and-medicare Sanders to Trump: Keep Your Promises to Protect Social Security and Medicare 2017-12-05 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders to Trump: Keep Your Promises to Protect Social Security and Medicare Tuesday, December 5, 2017 WASHINGTON, Dec. 5 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) challenged President Donald Trump to keep his repeated promise to protect Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid from Republican attempts to cut the programs. “Mr. President, on the campaign trail you said over and over again you would not cut Social Security or Medicare or Medicaid. And today, I am asking you nothing more than to keep your word. Don't lie to the American people. Millions of people voted for you because you said you would not cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Keep your word. Tell Senate Leader McConnell and tell House Speaker Paul Ryan that you will veto any legislation that cuts these programs,” Sanders said on the Senate floor Tuesday. Trump said repeatedly during the campaign that he would not cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.  In March 2016, then-candidate Trump said that unlike House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) he would protect the programs. “You know, Paul [Ryan] wants to knock out Social Security, knock it down, way down. He wants to knock Medicare way down,” Trump told WROK radio in Wisconsin. “I’m not going to cut it, and I’m not going to raise ages, and I’m not going to do all of the things that they want to do. But they want to really cut it, and they want to cut it very substantially, the Republicans, and I’m not going to do that.” According to The New York Times, Republicans plan to focus on cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid following tax reform. “As the tax cut legislation passed by the Senate early Saturday hurtles toward final approval, Republicans are preparing to use the swelling deficits made worse by the package as a rationale to pursue their long-held vision: undoing the entitlements of the New Deal and Great Society, leaving government leaner and the safety net skimpier for millions of Americans,” the Times reported in a front-page story last weekend. L… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-announce-more-than-44-million-naval-contract-with-bath-iron-works- Collins, King Announce More Than $44 million Naval Contract with Bath Iron Works 2017-12-04 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Announce More Than $44 million Naval Contract with Bath Iron Works Monday, December 4, 2017 Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced that the U.S. Navy awarded Bath Iron Works a $44,305,474 option last month on a previously awarded contract.  The funding will be used to continue Integrated Planning Yard services for Arleigh Burke-class and Oliver Hazard Perry-class ships. “This announcement is welcome news for the hardworking men and women at Bath Iron Works,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement.  “These contracts show the Navy’s commitment to BIW and its confidence in the shipyard’s highly skilled employees, who are vital to our state’s economy and to our nation’s security.” This funding is a cost-plus-award-fee modification to a previously awarded contract for the continuation of Integrated Planning Yard services. The modification covers integrated planning and support for the Arleigh Burke-class destroyers and Oliver Hazard Perry-class of frigates built at Bath, and tasks include design, planning, and modernization efforts. Senator Collins is a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, and Senator King is a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-colleagues-call-on-fcc-to-delay-vote-to-roll-back-net-neutrality-rules King, Colleagues Call on FCC to Delay Vote to Roll Back Net Neutrality Rules 2017-12-04 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King, Colleagues Call on FCC to Delay Vote to Roll Back Net Neutrality Rules Letter follows reports that bots may have filed hundreds of thousands of fake comments to FCC during Net Neutrality policymaking process Monday, December 4, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S Senator Angus King today joined 27 of his senate colleagues in a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai, expressing concern over reports that bots filed hundreds of thousands of comments to the FCC during the net neutrality policymaking process and calling on the Chairman to delay the planned December 14th vote to roll back net neutrality rules until an investigation of the state of the record is conducted. “A free and open Internet is vital to ensuring a level playing field online, and we believe that your proposed action may be based on an incomplete understanding of the public record in this proceeding,” the Senators wrote. “In fact, there is good reason to believe that the record may be replete with fake or fraudulent comments, suggesting that your proposal is fundamentally flawed… “Without additional information about the alleged anomalies surrounding the public record, the FCC cannot conduct a thorough and fair evaluation of the public’s views on this topic, and should not move forward with a vote on December 14, 2017.” Senator King is a fierce proponent of protecting the internet as a tool that can be used equally by all. In September 2015, he filed an amicus brief with the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in support of the FCC’s Open Internet rules. He also wrote a letter to then-FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler in advance of the Commission’s net neutrality decision urging that broadband be reclassified as a telecommunications service under Title II of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Senator King was joined in writing the letter by Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Bernie Sanders (D-VT), Ed Markey (D-MA), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senators-collins-and-king-announce-maine-nominees-to-the-united-states-military-service-academies-1 Senators Collins and King Announce Maine Nominees to the United States Military Service Academies 2017-12-04 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Senators Collins and King Announce Maine Nominees to the United States Military Service Academies Monday, December 4, 2017 Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced their nominees to the United States Military Academies. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, applicants must be nominated by an authorized nominating source, which includes Members of Congress.  Admission to the United States Coast Guard Academy, also a federal service academy, does not require a congressional nomination.  “We are proud to have the honor to nominate such an impressive group of Maine students to our nation’s distinguished service academies,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement. “The young people we have nominated have earned this honor through a commitment to strong scholarship, leadership, and character.” The following students from Maine have received nominations as candidates to the military academies from Senators Collins and King:                                                              United States Air Force Academy – Colorado Springs Name                                       Home Town                High School Tristan Cosby                          Houlton                       Houlton High School Haley Donovan                       Crawford                     Calais High School Mia Ferrante                            Buxton                        Bonny Eagle High School Zachary Grant                         Brunswick                   Brunswick High School Brinley Harrison                      South Bristol              Lincoln Academy Patrick Hopkins                      Winslow                      Winslow High School Alexander Inman                    Eddington                    Bangor High School James Mannette                      Windham                     Windham High School Maria Maxsimic                      Holden                        Brewer High School Connor Roy                   … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-speaks-with-vermont-high-school-students_about-goals-after-graduation- Sanders Speaks With Vermont High School Students About Goals After Graduation 2017-12-04 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy MORRISVILLE, Vt., Dec. 4 – U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) visited Peoples Academy in Morrisville Monday morning to have an open conversation with students about their aspirations and goals after graduating high school. “It’s important that we understand how students see their options as they prepare to graduate high school,” said Sanders, who serves on the Senate education committee. “Do they have adequate information to determine the best college for them and how they can finance a higher education? If they are not going to college, do they know how to get training to secure the best jobs that are out there?” Sanders said. Sanders was joined by Vermont Agency of Education Secretary Rebecca Holcombe, Vermont Department of Labor Commissioner Lindsay Kurrle, local business owners, and other state and regional education and workforce development leaders.  “The economic return to education is increasing. Students need to understand -- and need help leveraging -- the benefit of some post-secondary credential, whether it is an industry recognized credential in a trade or a college degree,” Holcombe said, adding, “And, particularly in some of our rural communities, wouldn’t it be great if some of our students grew up to be the doctors, skilled tradespeople and other professionals their communities desperately need to grow a more prosperous future?  We need to work together to make this happen.” Sanders visited the Vermont high school to seek candid input from young Vermonters to help inform his work in the Senate. Philip Grant, principal of Peoples Academy, said high schools throughout Vermont have become “increasingly more collaborative and creative to help prepare students for their path beyond graduation.” “Increased and flexible opportunities, such as early college, dual enrollment, online learning, internships, and expanding tech centers are also greatly improving students’ focus and access to postsecondary aspirations. As a result, seniors are becoming more prepared for what they want to do in life,” Gran… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-challenges-trump-to-reject-gop-plan-to-cut-social-security-medicare-medicaid Sanders Challenges Trump to Reject GOP Plan to Cut Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid 2017-12-04 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Challenges Trump to Reject GOP Plan to Cut Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid Monday, December 4, 2017 READING, Penn., Dec. 3 – At a rally here Sunday against the Republican tax bill, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) challenged President Donald Trump to keep his word to protect Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. “Mr. President, you told the American people time and time again you were not going to cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Today, get on the phone. Tell Paul Ryan, tell Mitch McConnell that you will veto any bill that cuts Social Security, that cuts Medicare, that cuts Medicaid,” Sanders said. Trump said repeatedly during the campaign that he would not cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.  In March 2016, then-candidate Trump said that unlike House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) he would protect the programs. “You know, Paul [Ryan] wants to knock out Social Security, knock it down, way down. He wants to knock Medicare way down,” Trump told WROK radio in Wisconsin. “I’m not going to cut it, and I’m not going to raise ages, and I’m not going to do all of the things that they want to do. But they want to really cut it, and they want to cut it very substantially, the Republicans, and I’m not going to do that.” It is now becoming very clear that is exactly what Republicans intend to do. This week, a number of Republicans publicly said that they plan to cut “entitlement programs” after passing their tax bill. At a FOX News town hall this week, Ryan said, “There’s two things you got to do to get this debt under control. Cut spending – most importantly reform entitlement programs – and grow the economy.” “Many argue that you can’t cut taxes because it will drive up the deficit,” U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) told business leaders. “But we have to do two things. We have to generate economic growth, which generates revenue, while reducing spending. That will mean instituting structural changes to Social Security and Medicare for the future.” And i… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-challenges-trump-to-reject-gop-plan-to-cut-social-security-medicare-medicaid Sanders Challenges Trump to Reject GOP Plan to Cut Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid 2017-12-03 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Challenges Trump to Reject GOP Plan to Cut Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid Sunday, December 3, 2017 READING, Penn., Dec. 3 – At a rally here Sunday against the Republican tax bill, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) challenged President Donald Trump to keep his word to protect Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. “Mr. President, you told the American people time and time again you were not going to cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Today, get on the phone. Tell Paul Ryan, tell Mitch McConnell that you will veto any bill that cuts Social Security, that cuts Medicare, that cuts Medicaid,” Sanders said. Trump said repeatedly during the campaign that he would not cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.  In March 2016, then-candidate Trump said that unlike House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) he would protect the programs. “You know, Paul [Ryan] wants to knock out Social Security, knock it down, way down. He wants to knock Medicare way down,” Trump told WROK radio in Wisconsin. “I’m not going to cut it, and I’m not going to raise ages, and I’m not going to do all of the things that they want to do. But they want to really cut it, and they want to cut it very substantially, the Republicans, and I’m not going to do that.” It is now becoming very clear that is exactly what Republicans intend to do. This week, a number of Republicans publicly said that they plan to cut “entitlement programs” after passing their tax bill. At a FOX News town hall this week, Ryan said, “There’s two things you got to do to get this debt under control. Cut spending – most importantly reform entitlement programs – and grow the economy.” “Many argue that you can’t cut taxes because it will drive up the deficit,” U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) told business leaders. “But we have to do two things. We have to generate economic growth, which generates revenue, while reducing spending. That will mean instituting structural changes to Social Security and Medicare for the future.” And i… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-statement-on-senate-passage-of-tax-bill King Statement on Senate Passage of Tax Bill 2017-12-02 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Statement on Senate Passage of Tax Bill Saturday, December 2, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Budget Committee, released the following statement after the Senate passed its tax bill: “Tonight, I’m disappointed, and I’m angry, because the American people deserve better. For months, moderates in the Senate reached across the aisle to colleagues – and friends – asking them to sit down and work together on a commonsense tax reform bill that supports hardworking Americans and fosters economic growth for businesses in Maine and across the country. In other words: to govern. But instead of digging in and doing the hard work, this Senate has decided to pass a bill that helps the few instead of the many, and shifts a massive financial burden onto our children. Rather than maximize this opportunity to help working Americans and set our nation on a path to further prosperity, this bill pushes through at least $1 trillion in unfunded tax cuts for the wealthy and for corporations. These cuts are not only misguided – they’re downright dangerous, and their effects will be felt by every aspect of our society, from the health of our economy to our national security interests. “By rushing this legislation through the Senate with no hearings, no input from experts and no feedback from the American people, we’ve advanced a terrible bill that will have terrible consequences. If history is any guide, this will be the major tax reform bill of the next 20 to 30 years, affecting every business, every citizen, and our entire economy. I’m disappointed today – but I hope members of Congress will reconsider the chance to work across the aisle to make fixes to this deeply flawed piece of legislation, so we can mitigate the damage to everyday Americans.” Senator King has consistently called for a responsible, balanced and long-term approach to addressing our national debt and deficit. On Thursday, he offered an amendment to refer the tax bill to the… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/sen-king-joins-ac360-to-discuss-floor-developments-on-senate-tax-bill Sen. King Joins AC360 to Discuss Floor Developments on Senate Tax Bill 2017-12-01 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/sen-king-joins-morning-joe-to-discuss-senate-tax-plan Sen. King Joins Morning Joe to Discuss Senate Tax Plan 2017-12-01 2017 2017-12 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/video-audio/testing-solar-in-vermont Testing Solar in Vermont 2017-12-01 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy   0 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/video-audio/vermont-viewpoint-howard-sinnott Vermont Viewpoint: Howard Sinnott 2017-12-01 2017 2017-12 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy   0 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/ahead-of-vote-on-tax-reform-king-warns-of-proposals-dangerous-impact-on-national-deficit Ahead of Vote on Tax Reform, King Warns of Proposal’s Dangerous Impact on National Deficit 2017-11-30 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/in-armed-services-hearing-king-underscores-significance-of-diplomacy-in-national-defense-strategy In Armed Services Hearing, King Underscores Significance of Diplomacy in National Defense Strategy 2017-11-30 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ahead-of-vote-on-tax-reform-king-warns-of-proposals-dangerous-impact-on-national-debt Ahead of Vote on Tax Reform, King Warns of Proposal’s Dangerous Impact on National Debt 2017-11-30 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Ahead of Vote on Tax Reform, King Warns of Proposal’s Dangerous Impact on National Debt “It’s Shameful, and It’s Going to Come Back to Haunt Us.” Thursday, November 30, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) spoke on the Senate floor about the dangerous impact the Senate tax reform proposal would have on the national debt. Senator King’s comments came during debate on an amendment he offered to refer the bill to committee with instructions to create a deficit-neutral proposal, which the Senate voted on tonight. His amendment was defeated by a vote of 48 to 52. “One of my concerns…that I want to focus on today, and the background of my amendment which recommits and asks that the Committee come back with a deficit-neutral bill, is the debt and the deficit,” said Senator King, who then turned to a chart of federal debt as a percentage of Gross Domestic Product (linked below as Chart 1). “If you notice there’s a pattern here…the pattern is that when we get into major catastrophes – including war – that’s when we have to borrow money…this is why you preserve your borrowing power for when you actually need it… “Look where we’re headed – we’re headed to a place where we aren’t going to be able to sustain this debt. Everybody knows that, and yet the bill that we’re voting on today expands the deficit by somewhere between half a trillion and two and a half trillion dollars, depending upon how it’s all sorted out…it’s shameful, and it’s going to come back to haunt us… “Now I’ve been around public life and politics for a long time, and I’ve heard a lot about deficits, and people are concerned about deficits – until today! The deficit doesn’t seem to be a big deal anymore. I predict that after this bill passes, within a couple of years when the deficits start to mount up, the same people who are voting for this bill today are going to say, ‘Oh my goodness, we have these huge deficits, what are we going to do? I think we have to cut entitlements, w… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/in-armed-services-hearing-king-underscores-importance-of-diplomacy-for-national-security In Armed Services Hearing, King Underscores Importance of Diplomacy for National Security 2017-11-30 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy In Armed Services Hearing, King Underscores Importance of Diplomacy for National Security Thursday, November 30, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today underscored the importance of diplomatic efforts to support and strengthen United States national security interests during a hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee. The hearing was held to receive testimony from outside experts on recommendations for a future National Defense Strategy. “Defending the national security of the United States involves a continuum, it seems to me, that goes from diplomacy to war,” Senator King said to the witnesses before the Armed Services Committee. “War is the most expensive and least desirable of those outcomes.             “I think of Afghanistan. Our success there will ultimately depend upon the success of the government in Afghanistan to gain the confidence of its people. In Iraq, the relationship between the government of Iraq, and the Kurds, and the Sunni population is ultimately going to determine if Iraq is a successful state. North Korea, the solution to North Korea lies through diplomacy with China. I think everyone appreciates and understands that. The reason Iran is not North Korea today is because of the JCPOA, which was passed two years ago. Otherwise – according to the intelligence services – we would be dealing with an Iran with a nuclear weapon, today, about two years from when we passed that bill. Israel-Palestine, a major flashpoint for conflict in the Middle East, it’s all about diplomacy.” Senator King went on to discuss the issues with staffing at the U.S. Department of State, and highlighted the need to fill important posts at the department.             “Right now, by the way, under the current dispensation, this part of the strategy – that is diplomacy – is being drastically downgraded, with budgets cut at the State Department,” said Senator King. “We don’t have an Ambassador to South Korea, for example, or even a nominee.” Th… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-applaud-university-of-maine-designation-as-a-combined-heat-and-power-assistance-center Collins, King Applaud University of Maine Designation as a Combined Heat and Power Assistance Center 2017-11-29 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Applaud University of Maine Designation as a Combined Heat and Power Assistance Center UMaine one of eight new CHP assistance centers eligible for DOE funding Wednesday, November 29, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today applauded the U.S Department of Energy (DOE) decision to select the University of Maine as a regional Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) program designee. The announcement includes $25 million in DOE funding, which will be disbursed over five years to eight new CHP TAP designees, including the University of Maine. The funding aims to advance the installation of cost-effective, highly efficient CHP technologies. CHP technologies can efficiently leverage forest industry byproducts and turn them into added value for local economies, which diversifies energy options for rural industries, increases markets for forest products residuals, and maximizes use of Maine’s natural resources.             “CHP technologies provide an exciting opportunity to explore innovative strategies that lower energy costs and strengthen the Maine economy,” Senator Collins and King said in a joint statement. “By leveraging our state’s natural resources, we can bolster the forest products industry and help create jobs that support our rural communities. We are thrilled the Department of Energy has recognized the University of Maine as a premier research institution that can help industries in Maine further develop the potential of CHP technology.”            "We are thrilled to be part of this important Department of Energy Program,” said Dr. David Dvorak, Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology at the University of Maine. “Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems offer real solutions to today's energy issues: supporting economic development through improved energy efficiency, increased energy resiliency, and lower energy costs. We have a strong team of experts at the University of Maine an… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-bipartisan-group-of-colleagues-reintroduce-bill-to-prioritize-preventive-healthcare_ King, Bipartisan Group of Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Prioritize Preventive Healthcare 2017-11-29 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King, Bipartisan Group of Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Prioritize Preventive Healthcare Wednesday, November 29, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Angus King (I-Maine), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Ben Cardin (D-Maryland), along with Tom Udall (D-New Mexico) today reintroduced the Preventive Health Savings Act, legislation that would direct the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to more accurately reflect the cost-savings of preventive healthcare, including health screenings. “Congress has recently spent a lot of time debating the best methods of paying for healthcare, and for good reason: the American people rely on this care to live happy, healthy lives,” said Senator King. “But these recent discussions don’t address the underlying problem of overall healthcare spending. Regardless of who is writing the check, the current trajectory of healthcare spending is unsustainable. We need to make the most of options like preventive care, which is proven to control costs and improve the overall health of communities. By ensuring that future Congressional Budget Office studies extend beyond the existing ten-year budget window, this bill will help us fully understand the long-term benefits and maximize the impact of preventive care to improve overall health, in Maine and across the country.” “This bipartisan legislation is a simple fix that will allow the Congressional Budget Office to capture the long-term savings that can be achieved through preventive health care, arming lawmakers with more accurate information when considering legislation to improve health care system,” said Senator Crapo. “Prevention and early detection through cancer screenings, counseling, and immunization all lower healthcare costs by reducing the severity of disease. As a nation, we spend far more on the treatment of disease than we do on preventive health. But our neglect of prevention has been costly, overwhelming our healthcare budgets, particularly Medicare and Medicaid,” said Senator Cardin. “Re-eva… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-motion-to-proceed-with-republican-tax-plan Sanders Statement on Motion to Proceed with Republican Tax Plan 2017-11-29 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Motion to Proceed with Republican Tax Plan Wednesday, November 29, 2017 WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued the following statement Wednesday after Senate Republicans voted to move forward with their tax bill: "I am disappointed but not surprised that the Republicans voted unanimously to proceed with a disastrous tax bill. This bill will provide 62 percent of the benefits to the top 1 percent and at the end of 10 years increase taxes on 87 million middle class households – half of the families making $200,000 a year or less. Together the American people must rally to defeat the Republican tax bill." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-trumps-promotion-of-anti-muslim-videos Sanders Statement on Trump's Promotion of Anti-Muslim Videos 2017-11-29 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Trump's Promotion of Anti-Muslim Videos Wednesday, November 29, 2017 WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Wednesday: "I do not make it a habit to respond to every ugly or absurd tweet from President Trump. If I did that, I’d have little time for anything else. But even for Trump, today's retweet of a series of offensive videos from a British right-wing, anti-Muslim fringe group reaches a new low. The goal of these videos is clear: to promote fear and hatred of Muslims, and to incite hostility toward a minority group. I know that Trump is not much into history or the U.S. Constitution, but he ought to know that millions of men and women have struggled, fought and died to defend our democracy and the religious freedom that our Constitution guarantees. "This Friday I will be visiting Louisville, Kentucky, the city where Muhammad Ali, one of the most popular athletes of the 20th Century, who also happened to be an American Muslim, was born and raised. While there I plan on visiting the Muhammad Ali Center, a museum that focuses not only on Ali’s career as a boxer and athlete, but also on his legacy as an activist and spokesman for the Muslim faith." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-motion-to-proceed-with-republican-tax-plan Sanders Statement on Motion to Proceed with Republican Tax Plan 2017-11-29 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Motion to Proceed with Republican Tax Plan Wednesday, November 29, 2017 WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued the following statement Wednesday after Senate Republicans voted to move forward with their tax bill: "I am disappointed but not surprised that the Republicans voted unanimously to proceed with a disastrous tax bill. This bill will provide 62 percent of the benefits to the top 1 percent and at the end of 10 years increase taxes on 87 million middle class households – half of the families making $200,000 a year or less. Together the American people must rally to defeat the Republican tax bill." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/video-audio/sanders-challenges-republicans-to-prove-him-wrong-about-tax-bill Sanders Challenges Republicans to Prove Him Wrong About Tax Bill 2017-11-29 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Challenges Republicans to Prove Him Wrong About Tax Bill On the Senate floor Wednesday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) challenged Republicans to tell him he is “wrong” – that they will not cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid if the tax bill passes and creates a $1.4 trillion deficit. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/news/video-and-audio/view/in-budget-committee-king-urges-caution-on-rushed-tax-reform-process In Budget Committee, King Urges Caution on Rushed Tax Reform Process 2017-11-28 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy 4 Gabriel Drive, Suite 3 Augusta, Maine 04330 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/in-budget-committee-king-urges-caution-on-rushed-tax-reform-process In Budget Committee, King Urges Caution on Rushed Tax Reform Process 2017-11-28 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy In Budget Committee, King Urges Caution on Rushed Tax Reform Process “The ancient Roman historian Tacitus said, ‘Truth is confirmed by inspection and delay; falsehood by haste and uncertainty.’” Tuesday, November 28, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the U.S. Senate Budget Committee, today urged caution on rushing the proposed tax reform plan through the Senate without substantial hearings, feedback from the public, or information from experts. His remarks come days ahead of a planned vote before the full Senate on the tax cut framework.             “We could get 70 votes, or 80 votes, for a tax reform proposal that was less damaging to the deficit, more stimulative to the economy, and more fairly distributed,” Senator King said. “[…]Let’s slow down, have a real process, get input from people all across the country, find out what this bill would actually do. Change it. Improve it. And then come out with a product that can be passed on a bipartisan basis, will be much more consistent with the needs and desires of the American people, and will make – I believe – a difference for the next generation. Instead of being a millstone, it will be an opportunity.” This morning, Senator King joined a group of moderate Democrats to underscore the potential and desire for bipartisan compromise on tax reform. The press conference is available in full HERE. Senator King has consistently called for a responsible, balanced, and long-term approach to addressing the United States national debt and deficit, and was named a “Fiscal Hero” in 2016 by Campaign to Fix the Debt. The Budget Committee approved the Fiscal Year 2018 budget resolution by a 12 to 11 party-line vote in October.  ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-colleagues-unveil-legislation-to-rebuild-puerto-rico-and-virgin-islands Sanders, Colleagues Unveil Legislation to Rebuild Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands 2017-11-28 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, Nov. 28 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), along with five cosponsors in the Senate, introduced a comprehensive plan Tuesday to address the immediate humanitarian needs in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and ensure that the islands not only recover, but are able to rebuild in a way that empowers them to thrive. The Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Equitable Rebuild Act is cosponsored in the Senate by Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.). Reps. Stacy Plaskett (D-V.I.), Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.) and Darren Soto (D-Fla.) will introduce a companion bill in the House. The bill is endorsed by 75 organizations. More than two months after Hurricane Maria, much of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands remain devastated. More than half of Puerto Rico is still without power. In both territories, clean drinking water is difficult if not impossible to find in many areas and thousands of people are still living in temporary shelters. The legislation introduced today would instruct the federal government to immediately address these humanitarian crises by mobilizing all necessary resources and assets to restore power, provide clean drinking water and food, safe shelter and access to health care. And, it would do so without forcing the territories to take on more debt. The Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Equitable Rebuild Act emphasizes local control and sustainable rebuilding of the territories and instructs Congress to address Puerto Rico’s debt – a major impediment to a just and full recovery. And, it ensures that any federal disaster funding provided to the islands is protected from Wall Street vulture funds and acted upon with local input and local workers. San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz offered her support for the bill: “The bill that Senator Sanders has introduced in the United States Congress is a comprehensive plan that provides the blueprint for the transformation of Puerto Rico. While dealing with… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-colleagues-unveil-legislation-to-rebuild-puerto-rico-and-virgin-islands Sanders, Colleagues Unveil Legislation to Rebuild Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands 2017-11-28 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, Nov. 28 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), along with five cosponsors in the Senate, introduced a comprehensive plan Tuesday to address the immediate humanitarian needs in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and ensure that the islands not only recover, but are able to rebuild in a way that empowers them to thrive. The Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Equitable Rebuild Act is cosponsored in the Senate by Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.). Reps. Stacy Plaskett (D-V.I.), Nydia M. Velázquez (D-N.Y.) and Darren Soto (D-Fla.) will introduce a companion bill in the House. The bill is endorsed by 75 organizations. More than two months after Hurricane Maria, much of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands remain devastated. More than half of Puerto Rico is still without power. In both territories, clean drinking water is difficult if not impossible to find in many areas and thousands of people are still living in temporary shelters. The legislation introduced today would instruct the federal government to immediately address these humanitarian crises by mobilizing all necessary resources and assets to restore power, provide clean drinking water and food, safe shelter and access to health care. And, it would do so without forcing the territories to take on more debt. The Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Equitable Rebuild Act emphasizes local control and sustainable rebuilding of the territories and instructs Congress to address Puerto Rico’s debt – a major impediment to a just and full recovery. And, it ensures that any federal disaster funding provided to the islands is protected from Wall Street vulture funds and acted upon with local input and local workers. San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz offered her support for the bill: “The bill that Senator Sanders has introduced in the United States Congress is a comprehensive plan that provides the blueprint for the transformation of Puerto Rico. While dealing with… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/vermont/what-i-learned-in-high-school-last-week What I learned in High School Last Week 2017-11-28 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy What I learned in High School… Last Week By:  U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Last year, more than 60,000 people died from opioid overdoses in the United States. That’s more Americans dying in one year than during the entire 19 years of the Vietnam War.  In our small state, 112 Vermonters died from a drug overdose, which is three times as many as died in 2010.  And what’s even more shocking than the sheer numbers of people dying is how hard this epidemic is hitting younger people. Drug overdose is now the leading cause of death for people younger than 50. In Vermont, the average age of death from overdose is just 40 years old.  And in 2016, nearly 20 percent of the drug overdose deaths were in people under age 30. Solving the opioid epidemic will not be easy. We’re going to have to challenge the pharmaceutical industry, which made huge profits by putting drugs on the market that were far more addictive than they admitted. We’re going to have to deal with drug wholesalers, who are selling far more pills than anyone thinks is necessary for medical reasons. We’re going to have to make sure doctors and dentists – as Vermont providers have begun doing – take up safe prescribing practices so excess painkillers aren’t abused or misused and that states use tools to curb so-called “doctor shopping” and “pill-mills.” But, at the end of the day, if we’re going to solve this terrible crisis, we’re going to have to do a lot better job at prevention – keeping people from turning to drugs in the first place. And to do that, we must look to our young people. For that reason, on the Friday before the Thanksgiving break, I went to Burlington High School to talk to the entire student body. I was joined by T.J. Donovan, Vermont’s Attorney General; Dr. Heather Stein, an expert on opioid addiction; and Kelly Breeyear, a courageous woman who is living in recovery from addiction. I wanted to discuss the dangers of taking opioids, but I also wanted to hear from our stu… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-to-republicans-how-much-will-you-cut-social-security-medicare-and-medicaid-to-pay-for-tax-cuts Sanders to Republicans: How Much Will You Cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid to Pay for Tax Cuts? 2017-11-27 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders to Republicans: How Much Will You Cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid to Pay for Tax Cuts? Monday, November 27, 2017 WASHINGTON, Nov. 27 – In a letter sent Monday to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.), Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) demanded honesty from the Republican leaders as to how they would pay for the $1.4 trillion deficit in their "tax reform" bills. "I am very concerned that if you succeed in passing tax legislation that significantly adds to our national debt, you will then move aggressively to balance the budget on the backs of working families, the elderly, the children, the sick and the poor. In other words, in order to pay for tax breaks for the rich and large corporations, you will make massive cuts to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, nutrition, environmental protection and every other program designed to protect the needs of the middle class and working families of our country," Sanders wrote in the letter. "The bottom line is that the American people have a right to know exactly how you plan to pay for a $1.4 trillion increase in the deficit before, not after, tax legislation is signed into law. In your response, please be as specific as you can." To read the letter, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-to-republicans-how-much-will-you-cut-social-security-medicare-and-medicaid-to-pay-for-tax-cuts Sanders to Republicans: How Much Will You Cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid to Pay for Tax Cuts? 2017-11-27 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders to Republicans: How Much Will You Cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid to Pay for Tax Cuts? Monday, November 27, 2017 WASHINGTON, Nov. 27 – In a letter sent Monday to Senate Majority Leader McConnell (R-Ky.) and House Speaker Ryan (R-Wisc.), Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) demanded honesty from the Republican leaders as to how they would pay for the $1.4 trillion deficit in their "tax reform" bills. "I am very concerned that if you succeed in passing tax legislation that significantly adds to our national debt, you will then move aggressively to balance the budget on the backs of working families, the elderly, the children, the sick and the poor. In other words, in order to pay for tax breaks for the rich and large corporations, you will make massive cuts to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, nutrition, environmental protection and every other program designed to protect the needs of the middle class and working families of our country," Sanders wrote in the letter. "The bottom line is that the American people have a right to know exactly how you plan to pay for a $1.4 trillion increase in the deficit before, not after, tax legislation is signed into law. In your response, please be as specific as you can." To read the letter, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/media/honoring-the-service-and-activism-of-maine-veterans Honoring the Service and Activism of Maine Veterans 2017-11-25 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to main content Honoring the Service and Activism of Maine Veterans 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/in-november-podcast-king-highlights-service-and-activism-of-maine-veterans In November Podcast, King Highlights Service and Activism of Maine Veterans 2017-11-25 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy In November Podcast, King Highlights Service and Activism of Maine Veterans Saturday, November 25, 2017 NORWAY, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME) today released the November edition of his Inside Maine podcast. In this edition, Senator King speaks with Carmine Pecorelli, a veteran of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, about time in the military and how he’s continued his lifetime of service as a volunteer advocate for veterans. Senator King then speaks to Deo Lauria, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel and the outgoing District Service Officer for the American Legion at Togus. Senator King and his guests discuss the importance of serving Maine veterans. “Maine has a long and storied history of military service that continues to this day, as our state has one of the highest percentages of veterans in the country,” said Senator King. “These are men and women who deserve our deepest gratitude for their military service – but it’s important to recognize that their efforts continued after they took off the uniform. Carmine and Deo are phenomenal examples of that continued work; pillars of service above self, these men exemplify how vibrant and vital Maine’s veterans community is. It was my pleasure to speak with them and highlight the good work they do for Maine’s veterans. ”   Since arriving in Washington, Senator King has been a strong advocate for veterans issues. This was particularly true in November: over Veterans Day weekend, he joined members of the community to observe Veterans Day at Northern Maine Veterans’ Cemetery in Caribou, where he provided keynote remarks and participated in the wreath laying cemetery. He also spoke at the opening of the Maine Troop Greeters Museum at Bangor International Airport, and presented World War II Veteran and Penobscot Tribal Elder with a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol. Earlier in the month, Sen. King also announced his support for two bills to protect and support American veterans. These are just the latest example… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/on-small-business-saturday-king-highlights-local-economy-in-oxford-county On Small Business Saturday, King Highlights Local Economy in Oxford County 2017-11-25 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy On Small Business Saturday, King Highlights Local Economy in Oxford County Saturday, November 25, 2017 NORWAY, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today met with small business owners and community members in the Norway/South Paris region to underscore how supporting local businesses can grow the Maine economy. His visit came on Small Business Saturday, which falls on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and emphasizes the importance of supporting local small businesses, particularly during the holiday season. “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. All across Maine, there are independently-owned businesses that create jobs for local people and foster growth and innovation in our communities,” Senator King said. “The local business owners I met with in Paris and Norway today characterize Maine’s entrepreneurial spirit, and -- by working to grow the economy -- demonstrate a dedication to friends and neighbors to make their communities more resilient. During this holiday season, let us reaffirm our commitment to buying local so we can support the Main Streets of our hometowns and help keep Maine a special place to work and live.” In the morning, Senator King visited Café Nomad in Norway to meet with local people. Following this, Senator King stopped at a variety of small businesses on Main Street in Downtown Norway and had lunch at the family-owned Norway Brewing Company. He also attended the Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce’s Christmas Parade, which is the state’s largest Christmas Parade. Earlier this month, Senator King cosponsored a bipartisan U.S. Senate resolution to recognize the importance of Small Business Saturday for local businesses across the country. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/video-audio/happy-thanksgiving Happy Thanksgiving 2017-11-23 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Happy Thanksgiving On behalf of Jane, my four kids and seven grandchildren, I wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. This has been a tough year, but we can move forward as a country in a direction based on generosity and love. See Video on YouTube Tweet Copy Link 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/in-belfast-king-meets-with-belfast-community-members-hears-from-local-business-leaders In Belfast, King Meets with Belfast Community Members, Hears from Local Business Leaders 2017-11-21 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy In Belfast, King Meets with Belfast Community Members, Hears from Local Business Leaders Tuesday, November 21, 2017 BELFAST, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today visited the Belfast region to hear from business leaders and community members about important issues impacting the area. Senator King began the day visiting Bank of America, met with community and business leaders at the Belfast Co-op, and visited Front Street Shipyard. He will end the day meeting with Sprague Energy at Mack Point Terminal in Searsport.             “One of the most important parts of my job is to listen. And whether it’s in hearings in Washington, or right here on Front Street in Belfast, listening helps guide my work on behalf of our state,” Senator King said. “These meetings in Belfast today provided important insight into the many different ways we can work together to grow the economy and support Maine people. From food to ferries, innovation starts with local people driven to help their communities, and it was great to see people in Belfast working to support their neighbors and build a diverse, resilient economy.” In the morning, Senator King toured the Bank of America in Belfast, which employs about 725 Maine people and is a significant economic driver for the region. Following the tour, Senator King met with local leaders for lunch at the Belfast Co-op. The Belfast Co-op, founded in 1976, is one of the oldest co-ops in Maine and one of the largest in New England. With over 3,900 members, the Co-op has continued to expand and improve to support the local economy and Belfast’s vibrant natural foods industry. In the afternoon, Senator King visited Front Street Shipyard to discuss its proposed new manufacturing line, which is intended to support the construction of carbon fiber ferries. The proposal would expand Front Street’s operation to new markets and help grow the region’s workforce. The shipyard is partnering with the Norwegian-based company Brodene Aa, which designs and constru… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/collins-king-announce-388000-from-usda-for-university-of-maines-potato-breeding-research Collins, King Announce $388,000 from USDA for University of Maine’s Potato Breeding Research 2017-11-20 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Collins, King Announce $388,000 from USDA for University of Maine’s Potato Breeding Research Monday, November 20, 2017 BRUNSWICK, ME – U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has awarded a grant totaling $388,000 to the University of Maine at Orono to study potato breeding and improve quality and pest resistance in the eastern United States.               “Maine potatoes are a staple in homes around the country and are a testament to the quality of our farmers and small businesses,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement. “This funding from the USDA will support the University of Maine’s cutting-edge research into potato breeding and help the state build on our strong agricultural traditions so we can make Maine potato products more economically resilient. We’re glad the Department of Agriculture recognizes the University of Maine’s innovative research and our state’s important role in the country’s agriculture.” The grant, awarded through NIFA’s Potato Breeding Research Program, aims to increase the productivity, profitability, and natural resource stewardship of potato cultivation. The University of Maine will serve as the lead on an eastern United States potato breeding project focused on developing attractive, productive, disease- and insect-resistant potato varieties for both large and small scale production. This will positively impact productivity and quality of eastern U.S. potatoes, while also decreasing the economic impact of pests.  Senators Collins and King have been longtime advocates for Maine’s agricultural heritage. In September, they introduced the bipartisan Cultivating Revitalization by Expanding American Agricultural Trade and Exports (CREAATE) Act, which would double the funding for two USDA export promotion programs and help U.S. farmers stay competitive in the global markets. Senator King recently attended the Harvest Fes… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-holds-student-meeting-on-opioids Sanders Holds Student Meeting on Opioids 2017-11-17 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Holds Student Meeting on Opioids Friday, November 17, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Nov. 17 – U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) held a student town meeting Friday with the entire student body of Burlington High School and the Burlington Technical Center to discuss the opioid crisis in Vermont and throughout the United States.   “I need your help. Not only for Vermont, but for the entire country,” Sanders told the students. “It is critically important that we have an honest and open discussion about this crisis that claimed the lives of 112 Vermonters last year, and affected thousands more. If we do not have the courage to talk about this issue. We are never, ever going to solve it.”  “None of us are immune to the effects of addiction. It doesn’t matter if you live in New York City or rural Vermont,” said Sanders, who serves on the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.  Sanders was joined by a panel including: Kelly Breeyear, a Vermonter who shared her personal experience with addiction, Vermont Attorney General T.J. Donovan and Dr. Heather Stein, associate medical director at the Community Health Centers of Burlington.  “You have a choice now. After you have it in your system, you may not have a choice ever again,” Breeyear said. “We need to start telling the truth. We need your help to find a solution. We need to stop this now.” Donovan said, “We have to speak out, lift people up and help members of the community with this disease. The opiate crisis doesn't discriminate -- it affects everyone. We all have to work together, from people in government to teachers, students and family members.” Stein runs Community Health Centers of Burlington’s program that helps patients who are struggling with substance abuse. “Your brain is going to be hooked on something faster than someone twice your age,” Stein told the students. “You’ll do things you can’t imagine now to get narcotics.” Following the panel discussion, students participated in a question-and-a… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-white-house-request-for-disaster-relief-funds Sanders Statement on White House Request for Disaster Relief Funds 2017-11-17 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on White House Request for Disaster Relief Funds Friday, November 17, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Nov. 17 – U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Friday after the White House asked Congress for $44 billion in additional disaster relief for areas ravaged by hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria: "The president’s request for supplemental appropriations for disaster relief is totally inadequate. While the president wants to provide the very richest people in this country hundreds of billions in tax relief, he is largely ignoring the needs of the communities that were devastated by the recent hurricanes. Two months after Hurricane Maria, the people of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are still suffering without electricity, clean water and other basic necessities. That is not acceptable. I will be releasing comprehensive legislation this month to address the short- and long-term needs of the people of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. As a nation, we must stand with those communities that have been devastated by natural disasters." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/letter-to-sec-tillerson-on-iran-earthquake-aid Letter to Sec. Tillerson on Iran Earthquake Aid 2017-11-17 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Letter to Sec. Tillerson on Iran Earthquake Aid Friday, November 17, 2017 November 16, 2017 The Honorable Rex Tillerson Secretary U.S. Department of State 2201 C St. NW Washington, DC 20520 Dear Secretary Tillerson: We write today concerning the recent earthquake that struck Iran on November 12. The latest reports indicate over 500 dead and thousands wounded, making this earthquake the world’s deadliest of the year. We urge you temporarily waive any existing restrictions that would impede relief donations in order to speed the delivery of aid. While the earthquake affected both Iran and Iraq, most of the casualties are on the Iranian side of the border. After earthquakes in 2003 and 2012, the United States demonstrated its compassion and goodwill by offering assistance to the Iranian people and allowing private relief donations. The administrations of George W. Bush and Barack Obama both temporarily waived sanctions, and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued general licenses to simplify aid delivery. Under the Bush administration, an OFAC license authorized U.S. persons to provide cash donations to nongovernmental organizations, U.S. and non-U.S., assisting with relief efforts in Iran. At the time, OFAC also worked with aid organizations to clarify rules on donations of food and medicine and which Iranian entities could receive aid and eased banking constraints to ensure the timely receipt of donations in Iran. While we understand that a general license issued by OFAC in 2013 allows for U.S. nongovernment organization to deliver aid to Iran, we urge you make it easier for U.S. citizens to contribute to nongovernment organizations not based in the United States that are currently providing relief aid to earthquake victims in Iran. Despite decades of animosity and no formal diplomatic relations, the United States has routinely offered to help the Iranian people in times of need. This time should be no different. We ask that y… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-white-house-request-for-disaster-relief-funds Sanders Statement on White House Request for Disaster Relief Funds 2017-11-17 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on White House Request for Disaster Relief Funds Friday, November 17, 2017 BURLINGTON, Vt., Nov. 17 – U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Friday after the White House asked Congress for $44 billion in additional disaster relief for areas ravaged by hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria: "The president’s request for supplemental appropriations for disaster relief is totally inadequate. While the president wants to provide the very richest people in this country hundreds of billions in tax relief, he is largely ignoring the needs of the communities that were devastated by the recent hurricanes. Two months after Hurricane Maria, the people of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are still suffering without electricity, clean water and other basic necessities. That is not acceptable. I will be releasing comprehensive legislation this month to address the short- and long-term needs of the people of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. As a nation, we must stand with those communities that have been devastated by natural disasters." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/in-response-to-enr-field-hearing-at-robbins-lumber-king-introduces-combined-heat-and-power-support-act In Response to ENR Field Hearing at Robbins Lumber, King Introduces Combined Heat and Power Support Act 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy In Response to ENR Field Hearing at Robbins Lumber, King Introduces Combined Heat and Power Support Act King bill would help support rural industries, create jobs, encourage energy efficiency Thursday, November 16, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to input from leaders of the forest products industry at the October U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee field hearing at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) today introduced the Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Support Act, legislation that would help sustain and strengthen rural industries and create jobs by reauthorizing the CHP technical assistance partnership (TAP), which sunset in September of this year. The bill would also provide funding for the CHP TAP program for the next five years. CHP technology can efficiently leverage byproducts of the forest industry and turn them into added value for local economies, which would diversify energy options for rural industries, increase markets for forest products residuals, and maximize use of Maine’s natural resources.             “In Maine and throughout the country, lowering energy costs is essential to supporting rural industry and fostering job creation,” Senator King said. “At Robbins Lumber in October, the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, industry stakeholders, and representatives from the Department of Energy were able to see firsthand how innovative approaches to controlling energy costs can be good for business, and good for the health and vibrancy of the surrounding community. Maine sits on a goldmine of fiber, and by offering an array of strategies to Maine businesses, we can better manage energy usage and ensure our forest products sector is leveraging every inch of the tree – from stump to stem.”             “As we look to diversify and restore markets for full utilization of our forest resources, wood energy is an extremely important opportunity for Maine’s loggers and truckers,” Dana Doran, Executive Director… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/on-senate-floor-king-pushes-for-funding-of-federally-qualified-healthcare-centers On Senate Floor, King Pushes for Funding of Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy On Senate Floor, King Pushes for Funding of Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers “This is one of the best federal programs ever created, and it’s always been supported on a bipartisan basis.” Thursday, November 16, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) spoke on the Senate floor about the importance of funding Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), which provide vital health care services to rural communities. Seventy percent of federal funding for FQHCs expired on October 1st, threatening access to health care for tens of thousands of people in Maine. “In Maine, we have 20 centers, and 70 facilities scattered all over our state and they are providing services every day to over 200,000 people,” said Senator King during his remarks. “They’ve saved Medicaid over $100 million in Maine. $257 million is the estimate for what they’ve saved the overall health care system [in Maine]… One in six people in Maine get their health care from FQHC’s. 210,000 people. They accept everybody that comes in the door, I’ve been to them all over the state…These are the rural health care providers for rural America. And it’s not only Maine, it’s across the country. 10,000 sites across the United States, 26 million patients at risk…  “If we leave at the end of the year and haven’t done this, it will be a tragedy for rural America, it will be a betrayal of rural America, it will be betrayal of our constituents. All of us have been to these centers and seen the care that they provide – the caring that they provide – the passion that people bring to the services in their communities and how much they mean to their communities. This is one of the best federal programs ever created. And it’s always been supported on a bipartisan basis.” During his remarks, Senator King highlighted a recent letter from the leader of one of Maine’s 20 FQHCs. The letter lays out the challenges FQHCs are already facing based on the uncertainty of funding: a dentist recruit, w… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-passes-reconciled-fy-2018-ndaa-with-victories-for-maine Senate Passes Reconciled FY 2018 NDAA with Victories for Maine 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy Senate Passes Reconciled FY 2018 NDAA with Victories for Maine King Hails NDAA Provisions, Renews Call to End Sequestration Thursday, November 16, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today announced that the U.S. Senate approved the conference committee’s bicameral agreement on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2018, which included key victories for Maine. Senator King served on the conference committee that reconciled the differences between the Senate’s version, which passed by a vote of 89-8, and the version advanced by the House of Representatives. The bill will now go to the President for his signature.             “Throughout this process, I have proudly highlighted the important role that the people of Maine play in our national defense,” said Senator King. “This final bill will make sure Maine’s military personnel and workers in defense-related industries have the resources they need to continue making important contributions to national security. Now that the final bill has been passed, I hope that Congress can continue to work toward the best interest of both national safety and the economy by finally acting to end sequestration.” Senator King secured several major victories that will directly benefit Maine, including: NEW FACILITY AT PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD: The legislation authorizes $61,692,000 for the construction of a paint, blast, and rubber facility at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery. Senator King also supported an amendment authored by Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) that calls for a study on dry dock capacity to identify and support the shipyard infrastructure needs at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. NEW NATIONAL GUARD CENTER IN PRESQUE ISLE: The legislation authorizes $17,500,000 for the construction of a new National Guard Readiness Center in Presque Isle. FUNDING FOR SHIPBUILDING PRIORITIES: The legislation authorizes mo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-house-passage-of-republican-tax-plan Sanders Statement on House Passage of Republican Tax Plan 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on House Passage of Republican Tax Plan Thursday, November 16, 2017 WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after the House passed its version of the Republican tax overhaul: "It is disappointing, but not surprising that the House Republicans just voted to give the Koch brothers and other billionaire campaign contributors a massive tax break. Under the House bill, the top 1 percent would get half of the tax benefits, while nearly half of middle class families would see their taxes go up. As bad as the House bill is, the Senate tax plan is even worse. It would raise taxes on all middle-class families making $75,000 or less by the end of the decade in order to provide permanent tax relief to profitable corporations that shift American jobs to China and American profits to the Cayman Islands. Meanwhile, it would throw 13 million Americans off of health insurance, cut Medicaid by $179 billion and substantially raise premiums on Americans throughout the country. This legislation must be defeated. We need tax relief for the middle class, not the billionaire class." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sanders-statement-on-sen-franken Sanders Statement on Sen. Franken 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on Sen. Franken Thursday, November 16, 2017 BURLINGTON, Nov. 16 – U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) released the following statement Thursday on Sen. Franken: “Sexual harassment is completely unacceptable. I agree with the calls for an Ethics Committee investigation into this deeply troubling incident.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.sanders.senate.gov/newsroom/recent-business/sanders-statement-on-house-passage-of-republican-tax-plan Sanders Statement on House Passage of Republican Tax Plan 2017-11-16 2017 2017-11 Independent House VT Bernard Sanders S000033 www.sanders.senate.gov     legacy Sanders Statement on House Passage of Republican Tax Plan Thursday, November 16, 2017 WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Thursday after the House passed its version of the Republican tax overhaul: "It is disappointing, but not surprising that the House Republicans just voted to give the Koch brothers and other billionaire campaign contributors a massive tax break. Under the House bill, the top 1 percent would get half of the tax benefits, while nearly half of middle class families would see their taxes go up. As bad as the House bill is, the Senate tax plan is even worse. It would raise taxes on all middle-class families making $75,000 or less by the end of the decade in order to provide permanent tax relief to profitable corporations that shift American jobs to China and American profits to the Cayman Islands. Meanwhile, it would throw 13 million Americans off of health insurance, cut Medicaid by $179 billion and substantially raise premiums on Americans throughout the country. This legislation must be defeated. We need tax relief for the middle class, not the billionaire class." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.king.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/king-speaks-out-against-drilling-in-arctic-national-wildlife-refuge King Speaks Out Against Drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge 2017-11-15 2017 2017-11 Independent House ME Angus King K000383 www.king.senate.gov     legacy King Speaks Out Against Drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Wednesday, November 15, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the U.S. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), today spoke out against drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge during an ENR Committee business meeting. The legislation considered before the committee today would authorize the Secretary of the Interior to establish and administer an oil and gas program in the Coastal Plain within the refuge.             “The words ‘wildlife refuge’ mean something it seems to me,” Senator King said. “[…]We’re talking about lot of coverage of this area – in multiple wells – a minimum of 400,000 acres being leased. Alaska is 375 million acres, the state owns 105 million acres, the National Petroleum Reserve is 23 million acres, and it just strikes me that the case hasn’t been made to open up this particular, relatively small area of the state for drilling. Particularly when we’re now projecting – in the news just yesterday – a record oil production in the United States next year of almost 10 million barrels a day, rivaling that of Saudi Arabia.” The 19-million acre Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is the largest protected refuge in the United States, supports more than 250 animal species, and represents one of the last intact arctic ecosystems on the North American continent. The Coastal Plain, a 1.57-million acre section of the refuge, is the current focus for development. It is also designated as a critical habitat for polar bears under the Endangered Species Act and is an important hub for caribou, musk ox, and other wildlife. At present, the United States is world’s third largest oil producer after Russia and Saudi Arabia. There are currently 23.6 million acres in Alaska open for development at the National Petroleum Reserve. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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