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United States Senator from Maine. All tweets originate from the Press Office of Senator Susan Collins.

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Joined January 2009

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  1. Congratulations to my colleague who was sworn into a second term today. I was honored to join the tradition of accompanying him as he took the oath and look forward to our continued work together on behalf of the people of Maine.

  2. Happy holidays to our active duty military and our veterans. Thank you for all that you do for our nation. And thanks to the for organizing the annual program.

  3. On , and I discussed the need to prevent a government shutdown, the recent court ruling on the ACA, and the importance of the special counsel’s investigation.

  4. To my friend , it has been an honor to serve alongside you. Your state, the country, and the Senate are better because of your contributions.

  5. I joined Mainers in placing a Wreaths Across America wreath made in Columbia Falls at the U.S. Capitol with flags of the Armed Forces branches and the POW/MIA flag.

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  6. 5/ The Farm Bill also includes a bill I authored with to strengthen organic research. I recently discussed this bill with Sarah Alexander, 's new executive director, whose organization has been an invaluable resource throughout the Farm Bill negotiations.

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  7. Duke Marston of Maine was in D.C. recently to discuss two of my top legislative priorities: retirement security & protecting seniors from fraud.

  8. The GI Bill has helped millions of military veterans pay for college and training programs. I’m glad has committed to providing veterans the full benefits they have earned, & I’m supportive of efforts in Congress to ensure this program is effectively implemented.

  9. I enjoyed speaking with the Council of Scientific Society Presidents —including its chairwoman Dr. Deborah Bronk of — about the invaluable role scientists play in educating the public and combating misinformation online.

  10. The Senate unanimously passed a bill I wrote with to support our libraries & museums. Our bill supports the largest source of federal funding for public libraries and helps ensure libraries and museums can keep telling stories that enrich our communities.

  11. Since this tradition began in 1992, more than six million wreaths have been placed at veterans cemeteries & memorials in every state & overseas. Mainers should be proud that this heartfelt expression of America’s gratitude began in our state.

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  12. This morning, I joined hundreds of Mainers in Ellsworth at a Wreaths Across America convoy stop to thank the truckers & volunteers who generously donated their time to bring these wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery, where they will decorate the graves of our fallen heroes.

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  13. . spotlights the great lengths scammers are willing to go to take advantage of our seniors. A law I wrote w/ my friend called the Senior$afe Act fights back against these scammers & empowers banks & other financial institutions to report suspected fraud.

  14. Delighted to announce a major win for Maine today: $26.6 million in federal transportation funding coming to Waterville, Kingfield, Woodstock, Fryeburg, & others. This funding will improve our infrastructure statewide – creating jobs, reducing traffic, & increasing safety.

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  15. I first met GHWB in ‘94 when he & Mrs. Bush invited me to Walker’s Point for lunch. I’ve visited them virtually every year since. My hope is that 41’s legacy will inspire us all to follow his example & work to end the divisiveness that is harming our country. (2/2)

  16. Senator Collins speaks from the Senate floor to honor the life and legacy of President George H.W. Bush.

  17. President George H.W. Bush meant so much to the people of Maine. From now until Wednesday, he will lie in state inside the Capitol Rotunda so that the American people can honor his service to our country.

  18. My full statement on President H.W. Bush's passing: ’-statement-passing-president-hw-bush

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  19. As a Navy aviator in WW II, Member of Congress, Ambassador to China, CIA Director, Vice President, and President, George H.W. Bush dedicated his life to serving our country. Courage, duty, honor, & compassion defined his life.

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  20. With retirement security, it's so important to raise awareness that Americans—in particular, women—are in danger of outliving our savings in what are supposed to be our golden years. At the Elevate Summit, we discussed my bills to help incentivize saving for retirement.

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