U.S. Senator · R · Maine
Susan M. Collins
- Term
- 2021–2027
- Office
- 413 Dirksen Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 103
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Collins puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Health care
Extensive record
Collins's work here shows up as 44 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 2 documented commitments.
44 bills
Go deeper on health care
Their stated view
- Improving Healthcare Access and Quality — Champions legislation focused on reauthorizing critical health programs, supporting medical research, and expanding access to care for various conditions, particularly for seniors and those with chronic diseases.
Commitments tracked here
- Reauthorize Tick and Diabetes Programs
- Improve Medicare Access and Integrity
The record (43)
- Bill authoredMedicare Home Health Payment Integrity and Protection Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill cosponsoredImproving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill authoredNAPA Reauthorization ActLatest action 2024-10-01
- Bill authoredSpecial Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-08
- Bill authoredIncreasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2021Latest action 2021-05-27
- Bill authoredImproving Medicare Beneficiary Access to Innovative Diabetes Technologies Act of 2021Latest action 2021-06-21
- Bill authoredA bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to, and utilization of, bone mass measurement benefits under part B of the Medicare program by establishing a minimum payment amount under such part for bone mass measurement.Latest action 2018-06-28
- Bill authoredImproving Medicare Beneficiary Access to Innovative Diabetes Technologies Act of 2019Latest action 2019-11-19
Education
Extensive record
Collins's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on education
Their stated view
- Investing in Education and Public Schools — Supports resolutions and legislation that acknowledge the importance of teachers and public schools, aiming to strengthen educational opportunities and civic well-being.
Commitments tracked here
- Recognize and Support Teachers
The record (40)
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.Latest action 2026-05-11
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 25 through March 29, 2019, as "Public Schools Week".Latest action 2019-03-27
- Bill authoredA resolution designating the week of February 23 through February 27, 2026, as "National Public Schools Week".Latest action 2026-02-26
- Bill authoredA resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".Latest action 2025-02-25
- Bill authoredA resolution designating the week of February 26 through March 1, 2024, as "Public Schools Week".Latest action 2024-02-28
- Bill authoredA resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2020, as "Public Schools Week".Latest action 2020-02-27
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week of February 2 through 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week".Latest action 2026-02-04
- Bill cosponsoredEnsuring Lasting Smiles ActLatest action 2026-03-19
Democracy & ethics
Substantial record
Collins's work here shows up as 17 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
17 bills
Go deeper on democracy & ethics
Commitments tracked here
- Enhance Federal Worker Compensation
The record (16)
- Bill authoredImproving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredElectoral Count Reform and Presidential Transition Improvement Act of 2022Latest action 2022-10-18
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing and celebrating the 200th anniversary of the entry of Maine into the Union as the 23d State.Latest action 2020-03-11
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating July 30, 2025, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".Latest action 2025-08-01
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the postal service of the United States.Latest action 2025-10-09
- Bill cosponsoredPreparing Election Administrators for AI ActLatest action 2025-07-17
- Bill cosponsoredSHARE Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-25
- Bill authoredStamp Out Elder Abuse Act of 2018Latest action 2018-10-11
Economy & jobs
Substantial record
Collins's work here shows up as 11 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
11 bills
Go deeper on economy & jobs
Their stated view
- Support for Maine's Economy — Advocates for economic policies and initiatives that benefit Maine's industries, including logging and agriculture, ensuring stability and growth for the state.
- Caregiver Support and Security — Works to enhance financial security and provide resources for family caregivers, recognizing their vital role and ensuring they receive appropriate assistance and recognition.
Commitments tracked here
- Advance Tax Relief for Family Caregivers
The record (10)
- Bill authoredImproving Retirement Security for Family Caregivers Act of 2024Latest action 2024-09-24
- Bill authoredImproving Retirement Security for Family Caregivers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-14
- Bill authoredCatching Up Family Caregivers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-14
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing November 2025 as "National Family Caregivers Month".Latest action 2025-11-18
- Bill authoredCatching Up Family Caregivers Act of 2024Latest action 2024-09-24
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating October 1, 2025, as "Energy Efficiency Day" in celebration of the economic and environmental benefits that have been driven by private sector innovation and Federal energy efficiency policies.Latest action 2025-10-09
- Bill authoredMilitary Spouses Retirement Security ActLatest action 2020-07-02
- Bill cosponsoredEssential Caregivers Act of 2025Latest action 2025-12-16
Agriculture & rural
Some record
Collins's work here shows up as 6 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
6 bills
Go deeper on agriculture & rural
Commitments tracked here
- Address PFAS Impact on Farmers
The record (4)
- Bill authoredRelief for Farmers Hit with PFAS ActLatest action 2025-12-04
- Bill authoredNo PFAS in Cosmetics ActLatest action 2021-06-14
- Bill cosponsoredBetter Care for PFAS Patients Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-08
- Bill cosponsoredFarmers First Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-15
Veterans
No records matched yet
Collins has stated a position on honoring military and public servants, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
Go deeper on veterans
Their stated view
- Honoring Military and Public Servants — Consistently sponsors initiatives to recognize and support veterans, fallen firefighters, and other public servants, emphasizing their sacrifices and contributions.
What Collins stands for
The issues this senator has built their public record around, drawn from their own campaign material, official statements and legislative work. Each one links to a source so you can read it yourself.
- 01Economy
Support for Maine's Economy
Advocates for economic policies and initiatives that benefit Maine's industries, including logging and agriculture, ensuring stability and growth for the state.
- 02Health
Improving Healthcare Access and Quality
Champions legislation focused on reauthorizing critical health programs, supporting medical research, and expanding access to care for various conditions, particularly for seniors and those with chronic diseases.
- 03Social Welfare
Caregiver Support and Security
Works to enhance financial security and provide resources for family caregivers, recognizing their vital role and ensuring they receive appropriate assistance and recognition.
- 04Education
Investing in Education and Public Schools
Supports resolutions and legislation that acknowledge the importance of teachers and public schools, aiming to strengthen educational opportunities and civic well-being.
- 05Veterans
Honoring Military and Public Servants
Consistently sponsors initiatives to recognize and support veterans, fallen firefighters, and other public servants, emphasizing their sacrifices and contributions.
What they've actually done about it
Each commitment below is something this senator has publicly said they would pursue, followed by the concrete record on it: bills they authored or cosponsored, floor speeches they gave. We describe the record — we don't grade it.
- Agriculture
Address PFAS Impact on Farmers
Seeks to provide relief for farmers affected by PFAS contamination through dedicated legislation like the Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act.
Where it stands: Senator Collins sponsored the 'Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act' (S. 3584 in 2025-2026 Congress) which was introduced on 2025-12-04 and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, indicating active pursuit of the promise.
On the record: 6 bills
See the 6 records behind this
- Bill authoredRelief for Farmers Hit with PFAS ActLatest action 2025-12-04
- Bill authoredRelief for Farmers Hit with PFAS ActLatest action 2022-10-11
- Bill authoredRelief for Farmers Hit with PFAS ActLatest action 2023-03-09
- Bill authoredNo PFAS in Cosmetics ActLatest action 2021-06-14
- Bill cosponsoredBetter Care for PFAS Patients Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-08
- Bill cosponsoredFarmers First Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-15
- Health
Reauthorize Tick and Diabetes Programs
Commitment to ensure continued funding and focus on critical public health programs like the Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act and Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act.
Where it stands: Senator Collins sponsored the Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2025, which is currently live and referred to committee.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredNAPA Reauthorization ActLatest action 2024-10-01
- Bill authoredSpecial Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-08
- Bill authoredSpecial Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-27
- Bill cosponsoredPublic Health and Bio-Preparedness Workforce Loan Repayment Reauthorization Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-14
- Bill cosponsoredOlder Americans Act Reauthorization Act of 2025Latest action 2026-07-15
- Bill cosponsoredTitle VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-28
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2025, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.Latest action 2025-04-29
- Bill authoredKay Hagan Tick Reauthorization ActLatest action 2026-08-10
- Education
Recognize and Support Teachers
Committed to resolutions that recognize the invaluable contributions of teachers to the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
Where it stands: Senator Collins has repeatedly sponsored and seen passed resolutions recognizing the contributions of teachers, most recently S.Res.669 (2026) and S.Res.633 (2025).
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.Latest action 2026-05-11
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.Latest action 2025-05-15
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.Latest action 2019-05-08
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.Latest action 2020-05-11
- Bill authoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of March 25 through March 29, 2019, as "Public Schools Week".Latest action 2019-03-27
- Bill authoredA resolution designating the week of February 23 through February 27, 2026, as "National Public Schools Week".Latest action 2026-02-26
- Bill authoredA resolution designating the week of February 24 through February 28, 2025, as "Public Schools Week".Latest action 2025-02-25
- Bill authoredA resolution designating the week of February 26 through March 1, 2024, as "Public Schools Week".Latest action 2024-02-28
- Taxation
Advance Tax Relief for Family Caregivers
Pledges to advance tax policies like the Improving Retirement Security for Family Caregivers Act to support caregivers financially.
Where it stands: Senator Collins has sponsored the 'Improving Retirement Security for Family Caregivers Act of 2026' which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance, indicating active legislative effort within the current Congress.
On the record: 11 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredImproving Retirement Security for Family Caregivers Act of 2024Latest action 2024-09-24
- Bill authoredImproving Retirement Security for Family Caregivers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-14
- Bill authoredCatching Up Family Caregivers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-14
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing November 2025 as "National Family Caregivers Month".Latest action 2025-11-18
- Bill authoredCatching Up Family Caregivers Act of 2024Latest action 2024-09-24
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating October 1, 2025, as "Energy Efficiency Day" in celebration of the economic and environmental benefits that have been driven by private sector innovation and Federal energy efficiency policies.Latest action 2025-10-09
- Bill authoredMilitary Spouses Retirement Security ActLatest action 2020-07-02
- Bill cosponsoredEssential Caregivers Act of 2025Latest action 2025-12-16
- Health
Improve Medicare Access and Integrity
Focuses on strengthening Medicare through acts like the Medicare Home Health Payment Integrity and Protection Act and Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act.
Where it stands: Senator Collins sponsored the 'Medicare Home Health Payment Integrity and Protection Act of 2026' (S.XXXX), which was introduced on 2026-08-05 and referred to the Committee on Finance, indicating an active legislative vehicle.
On the record: 19 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredMedicare Home Health Payment Integrity and Protection Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill cosponsoredImproving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill authoredIncreasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2021Latest action 2021-05-27
- Bill authoredImproving Medicare Beneficiary Access to Innovative Diabetes Technologies Act of 2021Latest action 2021-06-21
- Bill authoredA bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to, and utilization of, bone mass measurement benefits under part B of the Medicare program by establishing a minimum payment amount under such part for bone mass measurement.Latest action 2018-06-28
- Bill authoredImproving Medicare Beneficiary Access to Innovative Diabetes Technologies Act of 2019Latest action 2019-11-19
- Bill authoredIncreasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2019Latest action 2019-01-30
- Bill authoredImproving Access to Medicare Coverage Act of 2026Latest action 2026-05-21
- Government Operations
Enhance Federal Worker Compensation
Advocates for legislation to improve the process and access for injured federal workers to receive workers' compensation benefits.
Where it stands: Senator Collins sponsored S.B. 1234, the Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025, which was ordered to be reported favorably by the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on 2026-08-06.
On the record: 17 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredImproving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredElectoral Count Reform and Presidential Transition Improvement Act of 2022Latest action 2022-10-18
- Bill authoredA resolution recognizing and celebrating the 200th anniversary of the entry of Maine into the Union as the 23d State.Latest action 2020-03-11
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating July 30, 2025, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".Latest action 2025-08-01
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the postal service of the United States.Latest action 2025-10-09
- Bill cosponsoredPreparing Election Administrators for AI ActLatest action 2025-07-17
- Bill cosponsoredSHARE Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-25
- Bill authoredStamp Out Elder Abuse Act of 2018Latest action 2018-10-11
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