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  1. Dr. India Stewart and Dr. Margaret Wilkes, both OB/GYNs in Portland, were among a group of more than 50 Mainers I recently welcomed to my office. We had a substantive discussion on the significant issues of our nation’s rising maternal death rate and the opioid crisis.

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  2. WATCH: Paul Grant of New Gloucester, whose 13-year-old son has diabetes, testifies at hearing chaired by Sen. Collins on rising price of insulin. 1 in 4 Americans w/ diabetes use insulin, & its avg price nearly tripled between 2002 & 2013.

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  3. Woody biomass is a cost-effective, renewable, & environmentally friendly source of energy that creates jobs here in Maine. I introduced a bill w/ that would help support the adoption of wood energy systems & promote healthy forests. Read:

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  4. May 2

    For more than 100 years, has done remarkable work. I'm proud to be an honorary member of this great organization, and I appreciated the opportunity to speak with fellow Rotarians about issues in Washington that affect Maine's economy, our people, and our future.

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  5. I witnessed this again during my visit to Leroy H. Smith School in Winterport, where I met hundreds of bright students and congratulated Dawn Moore on being named Maine’s Elementary Principal of the Year. (2/2)

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  6. Whether they’re in cities or small towns, every Maine school has something very important in common: teachers, staff, parents, and neighbors all working together to make sure students have the best possible education and the opportunity to make their dreams come true. (1/2)

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  7. Yesterday, we celebrated ’s one millionth ride. Didi Stockly provided 4,400 of those rides, and I presented her with the One in a Million Volunteer Award for her outstanding volunteer service. (3/3)

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  8. . was founded in Portland 20+ years ago and now gives hundreds of rides every day to seniors nationwide. I secured funding for this program and invited Katherine to testify at a hearing I chaired on senior transportation challenges in 2013. (2/3)

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  9. When Katherine Freund’s 3-yr-old son was seriously injured by an 84-yr-old driver in 1988, she reacted in a way that was inspiring. Rather than lash out at the driver, she recognized the underlying problem – a transportation system that failed to meet the needs of seniors. (1/3)

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  10. Organizations like Portland’s are on the frontlines of the opioid crisis, helping individuals to overcome addiction. It was a pleasure to meet ’s leadership, staff, & volunteers who work every day to foster recovery, hope, and healing.

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  11. Apr 27

    Seven people die every day from home fires across the U.S. The , in partnership with local fire departments, wants to end these tragedies. To learn more about the Sound the Alarm campaign and find out how you can help, click here:

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  12. Students from ' College of Osteopathic Medicine & members of met w/ me to discuss the Teaching Health Centers Graduate Medical Education Program. I introduced a bill to reauthorize this successful program that brings health care professionals to rural areas.

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  13. Tomorrow is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. At multiple sites across Maine from 10 am - 2 pm, you can safely & conveniently dispose of your unused prescription drugs. Click here for the complete list of locations & find the one nearest you:

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  14. . plays a significant role in our country’s national defense & Maine’s economy. At a recent Senate hearing, I urged Navy Secretary Richard V. Spencer to ensure that BIW & the highly skilled employees at the shipyard have a stable amount of work.

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  15. The and their passionate advocates are leading the charge to combat multiple sclerosis. Thank you, , for recognizing me as your 2017 U.S. Senator of the Year and for the great work you do in the fight against MS.

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  16. Two-month-old Alice Brownell might be the youngest advocate I’ve met so far! Alice & her parents, Kristyn & Ethan of Pittsfield, made the trip to D.C. with other leaders. We had a productive discussion on the importance of afterschool programs.

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  17. I am deeply saddened to learn Cpl. Eugene Cole was killed in the line of duty in Norridgewock this morning. Cpl. Cole served the citizens of Somerset County for 13 years with honor & distinction, & Maine will be eternally grateful for his brave actions to protect his community.

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  18. I appreciate the efforts of former Sen. Lugar & to help restore bipartisanship and civility in Congress, & I'm honored that & have ranked me as the most bipartisan Senator for the 5th year in a row. Read:

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  19. City and town officials from across Maine met with me in Washington for an important discussion on infrastructure programs and how we can work together to help strengthen rural economies and foster job creation.

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  20. Maine leaders from met with me to discuss a range of issues facing our veterans, including the need to support their caregivers. Richard Fournier, Gary Burns, Shawn Jernigan, & Darrell Brandon McKinney are impressive advocates.

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