WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Susan Collins issued the following press release:
U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that she secured Congressionally Directed Spending for two critical infrastructure and flood mitigation projects in Maine in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Homeland Security Appropriations bill. The legislation, which was officially approved by the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, has been signed into law by the President.
"Upgrades to Maine's infrastructure are essential for the economic and environmental health of communities across the state," said Senator Collins. "This funding will help limit future flood risks and damages, while improving public safety. As the Chair ...