Senator Angus S. King, Jr.

08/15/2026

Maine people are proud of our trails, campgrounds, & lands; we also are vigilant about mosquitos & the diseases they carry.

The SMASH Act would strengthen our nation's mosquito control efforts so Maine families (and visitors) can enjoy the great outdoors.

WASHINGTON,D.C. - Senator Angus King is introducing a bill to help fight mosquito- borne diseases.

08/11/2026

Ever wonder what a day in the life of a U.S. Senator looks like?

From constituent meetings to committee hearings, votes on the Senate floor, and conversations with Maine people, no two days are the same.

08/08/2026

Outdated Medicare formulas shouldn't keep Maine people from care, or drive doctors away from helping patients.

This bill would modernize the program, cut red tape, and ensure providers can afford to continue serving—especially in rural communities.

Sen. Angus King leads new legislation to boost Medicare payments. Here's how the act aims to stabilize care access amid rising costs and hospital closures.

08/06/2026

61 years ago today, LBJ signed the Voting Rights Act into law, protecting one of the most fundamental rights in our democracy: Americans' right to vote.

As we mark its anniversary, we should remember our democracy is strongest when all registered voters can make their voices heard.

08/03/2026

Free and fair elections are the foundation of our democracy.

I joined new legislation to protect polling places from federal interference and intimidation, ensuring every eligible American can cast a ballot safely and confidently.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Angus King is introducing legislation to protect elections from interference and tampering.

07/31/2026

Where you live shouldn’t determine your access to mental health care – especially with the telemedicine options available in 2026.

My bipartisan bill would cut red tape and help qualified providers serve more rural communities.

U.S. Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) has introduced legislation aimed at making it easier for mental health professionals to treat patients in rural communities. The CARE for Mental Health Professionals Act would offer federal grants to networks that allow qualified providers to practice in multiple state...

07/30/2026

Maine's forests have powered our economy for generations. Today, they're helping shape its future.

This significant federal investment will reinforce Maine's strengths while creating innovative opportunities across our state. Read more ⬇️

Funding tied to Maine's Tech Hub designation aims to move new forestry technology from lab to real-world use.

07/26/2026

The Arctic is no longer a distant frontier—it's a strategic priority for America's future.

With Maine being the northernmost state in the eastern U.S., we should play a pivotal role in supporting the Coast Guard's Arctic mission.

Senator King's push to homeport Arctic Security Cutters in Maine highlights the state's unique maritime assets.

07/23/2026

Science should be guided by data and evidence—not politics.

That's why I'm urging the administration to withdraw a proposed rule that would put ideology ahead of scientific rigor. Federal research grant distribution should be impartial and fact-based.

King, along with 10 Democratic senators, sent a letter to the director of the Office of Management and Budget, Russell Vought, warning that the rule would undermine scientific research, weaken American competitiveness, and increase bureaucracy.

07/22/2026

The National Park Service hid behind their budget problems, but it's a result of this White House cutting staff and funding pet projects.

Creating a staffing & fiscal crisis, then complaining about resources is like killing your parents & pleading for mercy because you're an orphan.