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Susan Margaret Collins is a United States Senator from Maine, serving since January 7, 1997. A member of the Republican Party, Collins is known for her moderate stance on various issues, often working across party lines. Throughout her tenure, she has focused on a range of topics including healthcare, national security, and economic policy. Collins has been recognized for her independent approach to governance, often emphasizing the importance of bipartisanship in her legislative efforts.
today Senator Klobuchar and I are introducing legislation to clarify that commercial companies that execute swaps to manage their business risk through ``centralized treasury units'' are entitled to the end-user clearing exemption provided…
as we hope for peace in the Middle East, some parties in the region are making peace less likely by inciting violence against Israel. It is imperative to recognize these words and actions for the poisons they are to achieving peace. An…
I am pleased to join with my colleague Senator King in submitting S. Res. 593 to designate December 13, 2014, as Wreaths Across America Day. Since its inception 23 years ago, the Wreaths Across America project has become an annual…
Matt Olsen has told me that when the decision was made to exchange what have become known as the Taliban 5 for the release of Sergeant Bergdahl, that NCTC was not consulted in that decision.
There's no doubt that information-sharing is far superior to what it was prior to the passing of the law in 2004, and there's no doubt that the talented workforce here at NCTC has made a huge difference.
I just want to be clear on this. So the normal process is for NCTC to be involved in putting together the package that is used by decisionmakers on how to classify the detainees; is that part correct?
One of the findings of the 9-11 Commission was that border security and immigration were not seen as national security concerns prior to the attacks on our Nation on 9-11-01.
Again, I want to thank you for your willingness to serve in what is a 24-7 very demanding job, and I think we're very fortunate to have someone with your background and expertise.
I appreciate very much that the President chose to put a career expert in this vital position
Indeed, we have held eight hearings on frauds and other scams targeting our seniors.
I want to take this opportunity to personally thank you for your leadership of this committee, which has been tremendous.
It is fitting that the last hearing you and I will lead as Chair and Ranking Member examines once again the problem of scams targeting America's seniors, and how to stop them.
Our achievements as a Committee trace directly to the bipartisan tone you set, and the spirit of comity and cooperation that have prevailed as a result.
we need reform of the NSA program but not in this manner. Let's remember why this intelligence tool was put into place. It was enacted in the wake of the worst terrorist attack in our country that took the lives of nearly 3,000 people. We…
Chairman Nelson, before we get started, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the extraordinary leadership you have provided this Committee these past 2 years.
This incredibly important topic has rightfully been the focus of much of our hearings during the past two years.
I wish to commend Turner Elementary School of Turner, ME, on being named a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. This year, Turner Elementary was one of only 337 schools across the country and the only school from Maine to…
today Senator Nelson and I are introducing legislation to limit the amount the Federal Government can garnish from Social Security benefits for unpaid student loan debt. Our bill would adjust the current $750 garnishment floor for…
I wish to speak in support of the Apprenticeship and Jobs Training Act, legislation that I have introduced with my colleague Senator Cantwell. Few issues are as important to the American people as the availability of good jobs in our…
I rise today to recognize the 60th anniversary of Down East: The Magazine of Maine. From the inaugural August, 1954, edition of 5,000 copies assembled around a kitchen table in Camden, ME, Down East has grown to become one of America's…
as the founder and co-chair of the Senate Diabetes Caucus, I have learned a great deal about this devastating disease affecting nearly 29 million Americans. Fortunately, due to the Special Diabetes Program and increased investments in…
I wish to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Roosevelt Campobello International Park. This beautiful and historic park preserves the summer home that Franklin Delano Roosevelt enjoyed both as a boy and as president. It was established by…
in 1614, 6 years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth, Captain John Smith--explorer, soldier, navigator, and adventurer--landed at Monhegan Island off the coast of Maine. I wish to commemorate the 400th anniversary of that discovery and…
What we really need to do with the Medicare program to reduce improper payments, whether it is fraud or mistakes, is to have better controls up front and more collaboration with stakeholders up front rather than doing the pay-and-chase…
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