Senator Collins makes note of the funding of Upward Bound at UMPI in her
most recent newsletter in "Following Senator Collins’ Advocacy, UMPI
Receives $600,000 Grant to Help Low-Income, First-Generation Students
Pursue Higher Education".
*Laurie J. Davis, **Executive Director, **TRIO Programs*
*Upward Bound, Veterans Upward Bound & Student Support Services*
*University of Southern Maine*
*37 College Avenue, Gorham, ME 04038*
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Date: Mon, Oct 16, 2017 at 7:38 PM
Subject: Sen. Collins Chairs Hearing on Disaster Planning for Older
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*October 16, 2017*
*In Wake of Recent Hurricanes, Senator Collins Chairs Hearing on Disaster
Planning for Older Americans*
*Senators Collins and Casey Introduced Legislation to Establish National
Panel on Seniors and Disasters*
Senator Susan Collins, the Chairman of the Senate Aging Committee, held a
hearing last month titled, “Disaster Preparedness and Response: The Special
Needs of Older Americans,” to review policies and procedures for sheltering
in place, evacuating, and relocating some of our most vulnerable citizens
before disaster strikes.
The hearing, which featured testimony from two health care experts and two
emergency strategists, focused on lessons learned from responses to past
disasters and examined what more can be done to ensure the health, safety,
and resilience of older Americans during and after a catastrophe, such as a
hurricane.
“As the recent disasters caused by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria made
clear, older Americans are particularly vulnerable before, during, and even
after a storm,” said Senator Collins. “While we have made strides since
Hurricane Katrina 12 years ago, we must ask ourselves: Can we better
protect the most vulnerable members of our communities? What gaps exist
that could jeopardize lives in the next catastrophe, whether it’s a storm,
earthquake, or some other unanticipated event? We should not have to wait
for the next catastrophe to strike.”
Senators Collins, Bill Nelson (D-FL), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and Bob Casey
(D-PA) have introduced the Protecting Seniors During Disasters Act
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which would create a national advisory committee dedicated to improving
preparations and care for seniors during an emergency.
*Senators Collins and King and Congresswoman Pingree Announce Contracts
Awarded to BIW to Build Two New Destroyers*
*Maine Delegation Welcomes Secretary of the Navy to Bath Iron Works*
Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Congresswoman Chellie Pingree
announced that the U.S. Navy awarded contracts to Bath Iron Works (BIW) to
build two new DDG-51 destroyers. As a senior member of the Senate
Appropriations Committee, Senator Collins secured the funding
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for the construction of these ships.
“These contracts to construct two new DDG-51 class destroyers in Bath
demonstrates the Navy’s commitment to BIW and its confidence in the highly
skilled, hard-working employees at the shipyard. There is no workforce in
the world better positioned to build these ships,” said Senators Collins
and King and Representative Pingree in a joint statement. “As the
workhorses of the Navy, destroyers’ ability to deliver capability and
presence has been demonstrated many times over. These ships will strengthen
our naval fleet and allow the Navy to promote stability and security in the
face of proliferating threats around the globe.”
Following the announcement of the contract awards, the Maine congressional
delegation welcomed Navy Secretary Richard Spencer to BIW, where he met
with BIW officials and employees and toured the facility. Senators Collins
and King invited Secretary Spencer to Maine so that he could see firsthand
the excellent work performed by the highly skilled employees at BIW to
build and maintain the Navy fleet.
*Legislation Introduced by Senator Collins to Support Family Caregivers
Unanimously Passes Senate*
Senators Susan Collins and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) recently announced the
unanimous passage of the RAISE Family Caregivers Act by the U.S. Senate.
This bipartisan legislation would establish a coordinated strategy to
support family caregivers. It now heads to the U.S. House of
Representatives.
“Family caregivers play an essential role in our communities by dedicating
time and attention and making countless personal and financial sacrifices
to care for their loved ones,” said Senator Collins. “I am delighted that
the Senate unanimously passed our bipartisan legislation, which will
develop a coordinated strategic plan to leverage our resources, promote
best practices, and expand services and training available to caregivers.”
Americans 85 and older are the fastest growing segment of the aging
population. This population is most at risk for multiple and interacting
health problems that can lead to disability and the need for
round-the-clock care.
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*Home Care and Hospice Alliance of Maine Honors Senator Collins with “Ruby
Slipper” Award*
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“Senator Susan Collins was honored by the Home Care and Hospice Alliance of
Maine.
“The non-profit trade organization, which supports the more than 7,000 home
care and hospice employees in the state, gave Collins the Ruby Slipper
Award.
“It's been presented on four other occasions since being introduced in
2011, and was awarded to Collins for her continuous service in the cause
for caring for others.
“Collins is the Chairman of the Senate Aging Committee.
“She says she's recently introduced a bill called the Home Health Planning
Act.
“‘This bill which I've introduced is bipartisan (and) would improve access
for Medicare beneficiaries by allowing not only physicians, but physician
assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and certified
nurse midwives to authorize home health services,’ said Collins, (R).
“Alliance members say Collins' work to investigate and examine issues
important to Maine seniors made her a perfect candidate for the award.”
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*Following Senator Collins’ Advocacy, UMPI Receives $600,000 Grant to Help
Low-Income, First-Generation Students Pursue Higher Education*
Earlier this year, the Department of Education prohibited the University of
Maine at Presque Isle’s Upward Bound grant application from being
considered due to a minor line spacing issue. The absurd bureaucratic
decision jeopardized nearly 1,000 Mainers’ access to the Upward Bound
program, which helps low-income, first-generation, and other students from
disadvantaged backgrounds pursue higher education.
Following Senator Susan Collins’ strong advocacy, which included securing
two provisions
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in the fiscal year 2017 Consolidated Appropriations Act, the Department of
Education reversed its original decision and allowed UMPI’s application to
move forward. In August, Senator Collins announced that UMPI’s application
was approved and the University was awarded $639,257 for its Upward Bound
Program.
“I am absolutely delighted that UMPI was awarded more than $639,000 for its
Upward Bound Program,” said Senator Collins. “The Department of Education’s
initial refusal to review this application due to a minor line spacing
issue was absurd. It is no surprise that when the Department reversed this
decision—after a months-long push from the Maine delegation—and agreed to
review the application on the merits, UMPI’s application was selected. This
funding will help nearly 1,000 students over the next five years who depend
on Upward Bound to pursue their higher education goals.”
*At YCCC Eggs & Issues Breakfast, Senator Collins Discusses Importance of
Apprenticeships and Employers Partnering with Educators*
Senator Collins delivered the keynote address and took questions from
members of the community on a wide variety of issues at York County
Community College’s (YCCC) Eggs & Issues Breakfast. The event, which was
attended by nearly 150 people, was held at the college’s main campus in
Wells.
Senator Collins commended YCCC on its commitment to career-focused
education, which prepares students to face the challenges of the global
economy. She noted that YCCC has been a leader in cultivating partnerships
with local employers, which benefits businesses as well as Mainers seeking
to find employment or develop their skills.
“YCCC’s wide range of programs and their success in helping students
achieve their goals are the result of the partnership forged between this
school and area employers,” said Senator Collins. “An outstanding example
of that partnership was seen this May, when 14 Pratt & Whitney employees
completed the Apprenticeship Program and graduated from YCCC. As Pratt &
Whitney expands its North Berwick production, this collaboration is
critical in helping to develop the skilled workforce this valued Maine
employer needs to advance the aviation industry and to enhance our national
security, while providing great jobs right here in our State.”
Senator Collins has worked to foster these types of constructive
partnerships and enhance our nation’s ability to train and educate workers.
Earlier this year, she introduced the American Apprenticeship Act
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with Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), which would provide funding to states
for tuition assistance programs for pre-apprenticeship and Registered
Apprenticeship programs.
*Senator Collins Speaks at Grand Opening of L.L. Bean Manufacturing Center
in Lewiston*
L.L. Bean is an iconic Maine company that was built on the foundation of
the Maine Hunting Shoe more than a century ago. Leon Leonwood Bean made 100
pairs of hunting boots in his first production run in 1912, and last year
the skilled workers in Lewiston and Brunswick produced more than 600,000
pairs.
Senator Collins was thrilled to take part in the grand opening of L.L.
Bean’s new manufacturing center in Lewiston, which will help the company
produce additional boots to meet growing demand and create good-paying jobs
for Mainers. Senator Collins offered her best wishes to employees at the
new facility.
*WTS International Names Senator Collins “Woman of the Year” for
Transportation Leadership*
The Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) honored Senator Collins with its
2017 Woman of the Year Award for her significant legislative contributions
and accomplishments “that have moved the transportation system forward in
the United States.” The award was presented to Senator Collins in Augusta
at the WTS Maine Chapter Meeting, which was co-hosted by the Maine
Department of Transportation.
“I greatly appreciate being recognized for my work to improve the safety
and efficiency of our nation’s transportation network and my advocacy for
critical infrastructure projects, from roads and bridges to seaports,
shipyards, railways and airports,” said Senator Collins. “As Chairman of
the Senate Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee, I’ve focused on
improving our nation’s infrastructure and ensuring that Maine’s needs are
met. Throughout Maine, I’ve seen first-hand the positive effects of
investments that boost our economy and create much-needed jobs. It’s a
privilege to join Maine’s communities in this important work.”
*Delivering Remarks at UNE Inauguration of President James Herbert *
Senator Collins delivered remarks at the inauguration of James D. Herbert,
Ph.D., as the sixth president of the University of New England (UNE) in
Biddeford. Approximately 300 people attended the event. President Herbert
previously served as executive vice provost and dean of the Graduate
College at Drexel University in Philadelphia.
“As home to Maine’s only medical and dental schools, UNE plays a vital role
in our State’s future, helping to keep our best and brightest students here
and to attract high-achieving students from elsewhere to come to Maine to
study and to stay,” said Senator Collins. “I wish President Herbert all the
best in this new opportunity he has accepted, and I look forward to the
University of New England’s continued contributions to meeting the
challenges facing our State and our nation.”
*Senator Collins Recognized for Supporting Grandparents Raising
Grandchildren*
Generations United honored Senator Susan Collins with its Grandfamilies
Champion Award for her commitment to supporting grandparents who are
raising their grandchildren. Generations United is an advocacy organization
focused on supporting intergenerational families.
Earlier this year, Senators Collins and Bob Casey (D-PA), the Chairman and
Ranking Member of the Senate Aging Committee, introduced the Supporting
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act to create a federal task force
charged with supporting grandparents raising grandchildren.
Senators Collins and Casey introduced their legislation following a March
Aging Committee hearing they held on the growing phenomenon of grandparents
raising grandchildren because the parents are struggling with addiction and
can no longer care for their children. During the hearing, experts and
grandparents testified on the need for grandparents to have easy access to
information about resources available to assist them.
*Congratulating Maine Seacoast Mission’s 2017 Sunbeam Honorees*
Senator Collins attended the Maine Seacoast Mission's dinner in Bar Harbor
at which Alan Baker and Earl Brechlin were honored for their work in
publishing and editing the *Mount Desert Islander*, an award-winning weekly
newspaper. Robin Alden was also recognized for her four-decades long career
in promoting Maine's coastal fisheries. All three received the 2017 Sunbeam
Award presented by the Mission's president, Scott Planting. The Mission
provides medical care, spiritual support, scholarships, food assistance,
and crisis services to island communities off Hancock and Washington
Counties and to families in small towns in Downeast Maine.
*Meeting with Mainers*
From top to bottom, left to right: May Young of Brooks and Josie and Abi
Cowles of Belfast; Linda Robinson of Bar Harbor; Adam Bartow and Marie
Neidig of Portland; Basil Camic Jr., Michelle Barry and Donna Camic of
Hampden; and Dawson and Ryan Poulin of Waterville.
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