Sen. Susan Collins

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Nearly $1 million has been awarded to help ensure that Maine has the resources it needs to combat the opioid crisis. While we continue to respond to COVID-19, we must not relent in our efforts to address the ongoing opioid crisis. https://t.co/Roj581BfIy — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

COVID-19 poses unique risks to people with diabetes, making affordable access to insulin all the more important. @SenatorShaheen & I are working to improve the lives of patients with this disease. Read our column on @seacoastonline to learn more. https://t.co/BvgvefYHz1 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Congress temporarily expanded telehealth services for Medicare as part of the COVID-19 relief effort. In six weeks, telehealth use among beneficiaries climbed more than 11,000%. I pushed to make this policy permanent, & I’m glad CMS has proposed a new rule that would do just that — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

A new directive to provide financial assistance to lobstermen & women is a welcome development for this industry that has suffered substantial losses due to the trade war and COVID-19. I joined @SenAngusKing, @ChelliePingree, & @RepGolden in strongly advocating for this relief. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

My statement on the Senate's vote today on the JUSTICE Act: https://t.co/N3XEaGMF5J — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Wounded Veterans Recreation Act, legislation I introduced with @SenatorShaheen that would make all veterans who have been injured defending our nation eligible for a free, lifetime entry pass to our national parks. https://t.co/bCUCOZUXSq — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

COVID-19’s effect on long-term care facilities directly intersects with stark racial inequities. 40% of Maine health care workers diagnosed with COVID-19 are black. At a Health Committee hearing today, I asked the former CDC Director how we can address this racial disparity. https://t.co/ShD5AweJr4 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

When Maine was excluded from the Farmers to Families Food Box Program, the Maine Delegation worked together to fix it. @nativemaine was awarded $1.35 million, which will benefit our state’s farmers, anti-hunger organizations, and food insecure families. https://t.co/QbX8XwLqMD — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Eight hospitals in Maine that serve a high proportion of seniors and low-income patients have been awarded a total of more than $52 million to support their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. https://t.co/aY7sLAznt2 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

UPDATE: The most recent U.S. Census survey shows 76% of Maine small businesses received funding through the Paycheck Protection Program, which I coauthored. I'm working with my colleagues to strengthen this vital program that is helping to sustain approximately 200,000 Maine jobs https://t.co/cY5BHSv5z5 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Tomorrow is the #LongestDayofHomelessness, an annual event that lifts up the voices of those experiencing homelessness. These individuals & families are at greater risk during the pandemic. Thank you to @PrebleStreet & all of the organizations in Maine that support those in need. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Juneteenth celebrates slavery’s end, but recent tragedies have reminded us that racial injustice still taints our country. This week, the Senate passed a resolution I cosponsored honoring Juneteenth Independence Day & encouraging us to strive toward the American ideal of equality — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

More than $1.4 million has been awarded to Maine to support mental health & substance abuse programs. This federal funding will help Maine DHHS provide Mainers with access to the resources they need to help overcome these heartbreaking disorders. https://t.co/6i5ywdaQLL — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

UPDATE: The Senate passed the Great American Outdoors Act, a bipartisan bill I cosponsored to provide full funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and to address the deferred maintenance backlog at our national parks, including Acadia National Park. https://t.co/iFzj9cDXGJ — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

These infrastructure projects will help to grow our economy and create jobs at a time when our communities are struggling due to the effects of COVID-19. As the Chairman of the Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee, I strongly advocated for this funding. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Great news for Maine! $38.1 million has been awarded to replace seven bridges in Waterville, Solon, Rumford, Bangor, and Old Town. https://t.co/IxVP6vhAlY — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Following a bipartisan push by @SenAngusKing, @chelliepingree, @RepGolden, and me, USDA extended a waiver that will allow all Maine children to continue to receive free meals through the end of the summer amid the COVID-19 pandemic. https://t.co/1TnBsbPi6A — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Nursing home residents are at the highest risk of COVID-19. As Chairman of @SenateAging, I’m working to advance universal testing, improve access to PPE, & expand telehealth. Read my column in the @PressHerald about what more we can do to protect seniors. https://t.co/ESOjuSSj2s — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Congress should also pass the Equality Act & amend the Civil Rights Act to expressly prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation & gender identity. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

All Americans deserve a fair opportunity to pursue the American dream. Today's landmark Supreme Court ruling is a major advancement for LGBTQ rights. https://t.co/CXg9m2FvPK — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

The Trump Administration‘s decision to eliminate protections for transgender patients is simply wrong. I’ll work to overturn this discriminatory policy. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

According to a recent survey, 40 percent of seniors reported feeling lonely, and this problem has worsened during the pandemic. I spoke with NEWS CENTER Maine about the health consequences of social isolation and how we can help seniors stay connected in their communities. https://t.co/oxeus4sPtE — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Over the last five decades, Maine has received more than $191 million in funding from LWCF, helping to preserve the pristine beauty of our natural resources, including Cold Stream Forest in Somerset County & the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge in southern Maine. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

We must quickly pass the Great American Outdoors Act, bipartisan legislation to provide full funding for the Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) & to address the deferred maintenance backlog at our national parks, including Acadia National Park. https://t.co/LdIUwIYqpF — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

Maine's potato industry expects to lose 150 million pounds of crop valued at more than $15 million due to widespread closures of restaurants, schools, & fairs amid COVID-19. The USDA must work with potato farmers to assist with supply chain disruptions & provide direct relief. https://t.co/M8NK5s3gfi — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

The SMART Act would provide Maine with more flexibility to spend the $1.25 billion it received through the CARES Act and direct an additional $2 billion for all of Maine’s state, county, and local governments. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

COVID-19 is placing an increasingly heavy financial burden on our communities. I spoke with @GPCOG207 about the SMART Act, a bipartisan bill I cosponsored to provide direct financial assistance to help keep our communities strong. https://t.co/SLmeYtjhC7 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

At the hearing, Betsy Sawyer-Manter, President & CEO of SeniorsPlus in Lewiston, explained how SeniorsPlus has been able to continue offering Maine’s seniors with programs—such as Meals on Wheels & virtual caregiver support activities—to help keep seniors socially connected. — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

This week's Aging Committee hearing highlighted the stark reality that while social distancing has become a tool in our effort to help flatten the curve of COVID-19, increased social isolation cannot become the new normal, especially for our seniors. https://t.co/V07Pk7c7L8 — PolitiTweet.org

Sen. Susan Collins @SenatorCollins

I spoke with Maine members of the @CF_Foundation about ways to help keep those at high risk of COVID-19 safe. Lynn & Josh Blanche of Augusta & Samantha Rispoli & Al Axelsen of Portland are outstanding advocates. I'll continue to work to ensure those with CF have access to care. https://t.co/iUc1dwBEJl — PolitiTweet.org