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Susan Collins

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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.

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Mar 29, 2023

Senator Sinema and I, along with a bipartisan coalition, have introduced legislation that would shorten the period to 1 month.

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Mar 29, 2023

We can't fix every problem, but, boy, we ought to be able to fix that one.

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Mar 29, 2023

Finally, let me very briefly mention and remind you of the pressing need for a new Border Patrol station in Houlton, Maine.

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Mar 29, 2023

So if we allowed asylum seekers to work after 1 month vetting period as long as they entered through a legal port of entry, 1 month would give us time to do an initial background check to make sure they weren't on the terrorist watch list…

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Mar 29, 2023

I'm concerned that we now have another major data breach.

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Mar 29, 2023

For nearly a quarter century the FDA and the manufacturer have brazenly flouted the law and applicable regulations, disregarded holes and red flags and their own safety data, intentionally evaded judicial review, and continually placed…

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Mar 29, 2023

the presence of PFAS, and wastewater sludge spread decades ago as fertilizer is preventing some of our family farmers from being able to sell their products, causing them significant financial harm.

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Mar 29, 2023

Senator Sinema and I, along with a bipartisan coalition, have introduced legislation that would shorten the period to 1 month.

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Mar 29, 2023

I am really pleased to see the leadership of this subcommittee, as I know Chair Murray is, because I know that you will work very well together.

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Mar 29, 2023

I know this is of great interest to the Chairman as well, of that class of forever chemicals that are being found in our soil, our water, our animal feed, our crops, and our livestock.

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Mar 29, 2023

I'm concerned that we now have another major data breach.

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Mar 29, 2023

I know this is of great interest to the Chairman as well, of that class of forever chemicals that are being found in our soil, our water, our animal feed, our crops, and our livestock.

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Mar 29, 2023

Clinical holds can be an important and appropriate tool for the Agency to utilize when a potential concern with an application has surfaced, but they are not a substitute for timely, constructive, and clear communication to sponsors.

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Mar 29, 2023

We can't fix every problem, but, boy, we ought to be able to fix that one.

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Mar 29, 2023

I am concerned that the lack of face-to-face meetings may be negatively affecting the FDA's ability to keep pace and retain its scientific and regulatory stature as the gold standard.

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Mar 29, 2023

the presence of PFAS, and wastewater sludge spread decades ago as fertilizer is preventing some of our family farmers from being able to sell their products, causing them significant financial harm.

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Mar 29, 2023

In Maine, the presence of PFAS... is preventing some of our family farmers from being able to sell their products.

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Mar 29, 2023

I also want to point out that we have had very good discussions on Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS).

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Mar 29, 2023

I also want to point out that we have had very good discussions on Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS).

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Mar 29, 2023

Our asylum system is fundamentally broken. Our whole immigration system is broken and I very much look forward to working with you on a bipartisan basis.

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Mar 29, 2023

I would just reiterate that the current station was originally intended to support just nine Border Patrol agents.

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Mar 29, 2023

For nearly a quarter century the FDA and the manufacturer have brazenly flouted the law and applicable regulations, disregarded holes and red flags and their own safety data, intentionally evaded judicial review, and continually placed…

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Mar 29, 2023

We can't fix every problem, but, boy, we ought to be able to fix that one.

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Mar 28, 2023

the administration's budget request does not fully reflect the challenges identified in its own National Defense Strategy.

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Mar 28, 2023

Our asylum system is fundamentally broken. Our whole immigration system is broken and I very much look forward to working with you on a bipartisan basis.

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