Sen. Susan Collins

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

At Strainrite in Auburn, I answered questions from employees & provided an update on the federal government’s response to COVID-19. As an employee-owned manufacturing company, Strainrite exemplifies Maine’s entrepreneurial spirit. The PPP is helping to sustain this small business https://t.co/RnopxCQkki — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Blackie’s Farm Fresh Produce is a staple in Auburn, working with local farmers to provide Mainers with access to fresh produce. I’m thrilled that a forgivable PPP loan helped Blackie’s owner Matt Manson to continue paying his staff despite disruptions due to COVID-19. https://t.co/xzOxBaPgjo — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

I enjoyed participating in the @LAMetroChamber breakfast, which was attended by Mainers both in person & online. We discussed the need to overcome today’s polarized political environment to protect our health & our economy as well as deliver relief for our state & our nation. https://t.co/5Oa0h89xkq — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Maine families & small businesses have experienced economic hardships due to increased costs of imported foods. @SenatorMenendez & I led a bipartisan group urging the @ustraderep to end the 25% tariff & stop subjecting Maine to further harm amid COVID-19. https://t.co/R2hFiK9WIA — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Great news! Maple syrup producers are now eligible for financial relief following advocacy by the Maine Delegation & @GovJanetMills. This will help offset revenue losses from the cancellation of Maine Maple Sunday & market disruptions due to COVID-19. https://t.co/X35rkH1IXr — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Thank you @AlzImpact! Your advocacy and leadership make such a difference for our seniors. Congress must provide more funding for OAA programs like home-delivered meals in the next COVID-19 relief package. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

NEW data from SBA—More than 28,000 Maine small businesses have received nearly $2.3 billion in forgivable PPP loans. Congress must build on this tremendous success & pass the legislation @marcorubio & I authored to allow the hardest hit small businesses to receive a 2nd PPP loan. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Thank you, Meals on Wheels! As the Chairman of the Aging Committee, I’m proud to partner with you in the fight to prevent senior hunger and isolation in Maine and across the country. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Congratulations to @UMaine on this exciting partnership for Aqua Ventus! As a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, I have worked to secure $26 million for this project that will support hundreds of jobs & establish Maine as a clean energy leader. https://t.co/Z6lazMc59H — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

.@jacksonlab has received nearly $500,000 for an aging research project on clonal hematopoiesis, a blood condition common among older adults. I commend JAX researchers’ continued focus on treating diseases that affect nearly every family. https://t.co/b68Us6UB57 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

@jacksonlab has received nearly $500,000 for an aging research project on clonal hematopoiesis, a blood condition common among older adults. I commend JAX researchers’ continued focus on treating diseases that affect nearly every family. https://t.co/b68Us6UB57 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

The Acadia Gateway Center in Trenton has been awarded $9 million to complete a visitor center that will welcome guests to Acadia National Park, improve the Island Explorer bus service, and enhance safety for bicyclists and pedestrians. https://t.co/Kd2ufi7I7X — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Woodlands Memory Care of Madison is a wonderful addition to the community. It’s so important that Maine families have access to high-quality senior care close to home for their loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. https://t.co/2J4mu2ufGs — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Nearly 28,000 small employers in Maine have received forgivable PPP loans, supporting 240,000 jobs in our state. Read my column in the @bangordailynews about how I am fighting for Maine’s small businesses & jobs as we continue to respond to the pandemic. https://t.co/x25TVAhYjv — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Tragically, overdose deaths in Maine increased more than 20% during the pandemic. To help combat the opioid crisis, our state received an additional $4 million to increase access to lifesaving treatment programs in Brewer, Portland, Skowhegan, & Bangor. https://t.co/I77jN6wLqF — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

My full statement on the Executive Orders to provide COVID-19 relief: https://t.co/VUPJ1yUcoI https://t.co/uP6zgFF5Tp — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

I will continue to help the workers at BIW as I always have — by working to assist them in getting contracts that k… https://t.co/hDWC7Q0Yy6 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

This is a positive development for the highly skilled workers at BIW who build the best ships in the world & are an… https://t.co/Vivkrznga0 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Helping first generation & low-income Maine families achieve higher education has long been a priority of mine. This $5 million in federal funding for TRIO programs at 13 Maine colleges & universities will help support students who are facing increasing challenges amid COVID-19. https://t.co/CJuALrajsk — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Lt. General Brent Scowcroft dedicated his life to serving our country. His unwavering patriotism defined his public service, & his unsurpassed knowledge of foreign affairs was an invaluable asset to our defense policy. His passing is a loss to our nation. https://t.co/AroDNraVs3 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

COVID-19 has greatly affected America’s bus, motorcoach, & passenger ferry industries. @SenJackReed & I introduced a bill to provide $10 billion in emergency grants to help keep these critical links in our transportation system strong. The Senate should pass this bill immediately — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

NEW FUNDING: More than $5 million has been awarded to 13 Maine colleges & universities to support federal TRIO Programs. This funding will help low-income & first-generation college students continue to achieve their academic & career goals amid COVID-19. https://t.co/hKmOJ9tbws — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Maine’s lobstermen & women have been careful stewards of our natural resources for generations. This is an extremely unfair decision at an already challenging time for Maine's lobster industry that is facing reduced sales & exports due to COVID-19. https://t.co/oEDExoC3t6 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

I met with the Maine Better Transportation Association to discuss the importance of maintaining roads & bridges during the pandemic. As a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, I have secured $661 million in competitive transportation grants for Maine since 2009. https://t.co/wNPQZnBLgF — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

I spoke with leaders from the Maine Medical Association, @MainePCA, @New_Mainers, and @MaineCAHC about the important services health care centers across our state are providing to Mainers during the pandemic and the need for continued federal support. https://t.co/R4Vwv5oDlH — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Maine has received an additional $2.6 million to support its ongoing response to COVID-19. This funding will support our public health professionals’ efforts to expand testing capacities, improve contact tracing, & enhance containment efforts. https://t.co/fCHQJR9csf — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

This is what they’re doing already; it's only going to get worse for our towns & cities as revenues continue to plummet. Congress must act to provide direct assistance to every community. This is a problem we can solve. Let’s enact the SMART Act in the next COVID-19 package. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Across Maine, I have heard from mayors & town managers about the tough decisions they face as they work to balance their budgets. Auburn has frozen six vacant positions. Madawaska has scrapped a $3 million paving project & has left three positions vacant. https://t.co/Zk98RccKAM — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

SIGNED INTO LAW: The Great American Outdoors Act is now law! I cosponsored this bipartisan legislation that will provide full funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund and address the maintenance backlog at our national parks, including Acadia National Park. https://t.co/tzVtTDkIKY — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

@AVCOG_ME has received $300,000 from the Brownfields Program to assist with identifying & assessing properties that potentially contain hazardous contaminants. This investment will keep Mainers safe & accelerate job creation & economic development. https://t.co/2Ud1sGcA7d — PolitiTweet.org