U.S. Senator · I · Maine
Angus S. King, Jr.
- Term
- 2025–2031
- Office
- 133 Hart Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 152
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Jr. puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Environment & energy
Extensive record
Jr.'s work here shows up as 47 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 2 documented commitments.
47 bills
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Their stated view
- Protect Maine's Natural Resources — Supports initiatives that preserve and enhance access to Maine's natural landscapes, such as national monuments and coastal areas, while also bolstering local industries.
Commitments tracked here
- Increase Access to Katahdin Woods and Waters
- Improve Offshore Wind Lease Disposition
The record (45)
- Bill authoredKatahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access ActLatest action 2026-02-10
- Bill authoredOuter Continental Shelf Lease Restoration Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredA bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable credit for certain home accessibility improvements.Latest action 2025-04-07
- Bill authoredPrimary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2022Latest action 2022-09-21
- Bill cosponsoredRestoring College Access and Affordability ActLatest action 2026-03-26
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the significance of Community College Month in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the economic prosperity of the United States.Latest action 2026-04-22
- Bill cosponsoredAccess Technology Affordability Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-22
- Bill cosponsoredExpanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act of 2025Latest action 2025-06-02
Health care
Extensive record
Jr.'s work here shows up as 39 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 2 documented commitments.
39 bills
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Their stated view
- Enhance Healthcare Access — Champions bills aimed at improving access to primary, behavioral, and preventive healthcare services for all Americans, with a focus on seniors and mental health professionals.
Commitments tracked here
- Prevent Falls for Seniors
- Enhance Mental Healthcare for Professionals
The record (33)
- Bill authoredCARE for Mental Health Professionals ActLatest action 2023-03-30
- Bill authoredC.A.R.E. for Mental Health Professionals ActLatest action 2022-04-07
- Bill authoredStand Strong Falls Prevention ActLatest action 2024-09-11
- Bill authoredServicemember to Veteran Health Care Connection Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-21
- Bill authoredPrimary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-11
- Bill authoredMollie Baldwin Upskilling of Personal and Home Care Aides ActLatest action 2024-09-25
- Bill authoredPrimary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2024Latest action 2024-07-30
- Bill authoredReimburse Veterans for Domiciliary Care ActLatest action 2023-07-12
Economy & jobs
Extensive record
Jr.'s work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
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Their stated view
- Promote Economic Development — Focuses on economic policies that support local industries, provide tax relief, and encourage investment in critical sectors like energy and agriculture.
Commitments tracked here
- Provide Tax Credit for Home Accessibility
The record (23)
- Bill authoredA bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable credit for certain home accessibility improvements.Latest action 2025-04-07
- Bill authoredWorking Waterfront Disaster Mitigation Tax Credit ActLatest action 2024-07-31
- Bill authoredWelcome Home Veterans Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-12
- Bill authoredFishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2023Latest action 2023-05-30
- Bill authoredMollie Baldwin Upskilling of Personal and Home Care Aides ActLatest action 2021-04-15
- Bill authoredSenior and Disability Home Modification Assistance Initiative ActLatest action 2019-03-07
- Bill cosponsoredCredit Card Competition Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-13
- Bill cosponsoredA bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.Latest action 2026-06-17
Veterans
Extensive record
Jr.'s work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
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Their stated view
- Support Veterans' Well-being — Advocates for legislation that improves access to resources, benefits, and healthcare for veterans, including those with disabilities and those re-entering civilian life.
Commitments tracked here
- Safeguard Veterans' Dependent Education Benefits
The record (45)
- Bill authoredSafeguarding Department of Veterans Affairs Dependent Education Benefits Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-03
- Bill authoredSafeguarding Department of Veterans Affairs Dependent Education Benefits Act of 2023Latest action 2023-11-09
- Bill cosponsoredCarlton H. Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Protection ActLatest action 2026-04-29
- Bill authoredEnsuring Benefits for Disabled Veterans ActLatest action 2026-02-10
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling to protect the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own homes and communities.Latest action 2026-07-23
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen and expand health care for individuals with disabilities to work and live in the community.Latest action 2025-07-24
- Bill authoredCARE for Mental Health Professionals ActLatest action 2026-07-27
- Bill authoredThomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace ActLatest action 2026-04-29
Agriculture & rural
Substantial record
Jr.'s work here shows up as 16 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
16 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Support Maine's Lobster Industry
The record (16)
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2023, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2023-09-19
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2022, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2022-08-03
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2021, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2021-08-03
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2025, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2025-09-16
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2024, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2024-09-16
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2020, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2020-09-10
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2019, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2019-07-30
- Bill authoredFishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-31
Democracy & ethics
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Their stated view
- Ensure Government Accountability — Seeks to ensure federal agencies adhere to proper administrative procedures and improve efficiency in government operations.
What Jr. 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.
- 01Veterans
Support Veterans' Well-being
Advocates for legislation that improves access to resources, benefits, and healthcare for veterans, including those with disabilities and those re-entering civilian life.
- 02Health
Enhance Healthcare Access
Champions bills aimed at improving access to primary, behavioral, and preventive healthcare services for all Americans, with a focus on seniors and mental health professionals.
- 03Public Lands and Natural Resources
Protect Maine's Natural Resources
Supports initiatives that preserve and enhance access to Maine's natural landscapes, such as national monuments and coastal areas, while also bolstering local industries.
- 04Economy
Promote Economic Development
Focuses on economic policies that support local industries, provide tax relief, and encourage investment in critical sectors like energy and agriculture.
- 05Democracy
Ensure Government Accountability
Seeks to ensure federal agencies adhere to proper administrative procedures and improve efficiency in government operations.
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.
- Veterans
Safeguard Veterans' Dependent Education Benefits
Sponsored legislation to protect and ensure the continued provision of education benefits for dependents of veterans.
Where it stands: Senator King sponsored the 'Safeguarding Department of Veterans Affairs Dependent Education Benefits Act of 2025' and 'Safeguarding Department of Veterans Affairs Dependent Education Benefits Act of 2023', both of which were referred to committee and did not advance.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredSafeguarding Department of Veterans Affairs Dependent Education Benefits Act of 2025Latest action 2025-09-03
- Bill authoredSafeguarding Department of Veterans Affairs Dependent Education Benefits Act of 2023Latest action 2023-11-09
- Bill cosponsoredCarlton H. Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Protection ActLatest action 2026-04-29
- Bill authoredEnsuring Benefits for Disabled Veterans ActLatest action 2026-02-10
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling to protect the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own homes and communities.Latest action 2026-07-23
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen and expand health care for individuals with disabilities to work and live in the community.Latest action 2025-07-24
- Bill authoredCARE for Mental Health Professionals ActLatest action 2026-07-27
- Bill authoredThomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace ActLatest action 2026-04-29
- Agriculture
Support Maine's Lobster Industry
Introduced a resolution to designate September 25th as 'National Lobster Day' to recognize the importance of the industry.
Where it stands: Senator King has repeatedly sponsored resolutions designating September 25th as 'National Lobster Day', which have been agreed to by the Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
On the record: 16 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2023, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2023-09-19
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2022, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2022-08-03
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2021, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2021-08-03
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2025, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2025-09-16
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2024, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2024-09-16
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2020, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2020-09-10
- Bill authoredA resolution designating September 25, 2019, as "National Lobster Day".Latest action 2019-07-30
- Bill authoredFishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-31
- Health
Prevent Falls for Seniors
Championed the Stand Strong Falls Prevention Act to implement programs and resources to reduce fall-related injuries among older adults.
Where it stands: Senator King sponsored the Stand Strong Falls Prevention Act (S.XXX) in the current Congress (2026-03-19), which has had hearings in the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
On the record: 14 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredStand Strong Falls Prevention ActLatest action 2024-09-11
- Bill authoredStand Strong Falls Prevention ActLatest action 2026-03-19
- Bill authoredLethal Means Safe Storage for Veteran Suicide Prevention ActLatest action 2024-08-01
- Bill authoredWELL Seniors Act of 2023Latest action 2023-09-27
- Bill authoredWELL Seniors Act of 2021Latest action 2021-06-22
- Bill cosponsoredImproving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill cosponsoredWest Bank Violence Prevention Act of 2025Latest action 2025-08-01
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of September 19, 2025, as "National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day", recognizing tens of thousands of families in the United States that have endured a stillbirth, and seizing the opportunity to keep other families from experiencing the same tragedy.Latest action 2025-09-18
- Health
Enhance Mental Healthcare for Professionals
Sponsored the CARE for Mental Health Professionals Act to provide resources and support for mental health workers.
Where it stands: Senator King sponsored the 'CARE for Mental Health Professionals Act' (S. 4679) in the current Congress (2026-07-27), which has been referred to committee and is currently pending.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredCARE for Mental Health Professionals ActLatest action 2023-03-30
- Bill authoredCARE for Mental Health Professionals ActLatest action 2026-07-27
- Bill authoredC.A.R.E. for Mental Health Professionals ActLatest action 2022-04-07
- Bill authoredServicemember to Veteran Health Care Connection Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-21
- Bill authoredPrimary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-11
- Bill authoredMollie Baldwin Upskilling of Personal and Home Care Aides ActLatest action 2024-09-25
- Bill authoredPrimary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2024Latest action 2024-07-30
- Bill authoredReimburse Veterans for Domiciliary Care ActLatest action 2023-07-12
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
Increase Access to Katahdin Woods and Waters
Introduced the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act to improve access for visitors to the monument.
Where it stands: Senator King has sponsored S. 321, the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act, in the current Congress (119th), which had subcommittee hearings on 2026-02-10.
On the record: 22 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredKatahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access ActLatest action 2026-02-10
- Bill authoredKatahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access ActLatest action 2024-12-19
- Bill authoredKatahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access ActLatest action 2022-09-21
- Bill authoredA bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable credit for certain home accessibility improvements.Latest action 2025-04-07
- Bill authoredPrimary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2022Latest action 2022-09-21
- Bill cosponsoredRestoring College Access and Affordability ActLatest action 2026-03-26
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the significance of Community College Month in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the economic prosperity of the United States.Latest action 2026-04-22
- Bill cosponsoredAccess Technology Affordability Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-22
- Environment
Improve Offshore Wind Lease Disposition
Introduced a bill to establish clear procedures for managing and disposing of surrendered offshore wind energy lease areas.
Where it stands: Senator King sponsored S.XXX, 'A bill to provide for the disposition of surrendered offshore wind energy lease areas,' on 2026-08-07, which directly matches the promise and is currently pending in committee.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredOuter Continental Shelf Lease Restoration Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredNext Generation GRID ActLatest action 2017-12-14
- Bill cosponsoredFLOWS ActLatest action 2026-06-10
- Bill authoredA bill to amend the Natural Gas Act to limit the authority of the Secretary of Energy to approve certain proposals relating to export activities of liquefied natural gas terminals.Latest action 2015-05-14
- Bill authoredRegional Gas Consumer Protection ActLatest action 2015-05-14
- Bill authoredSmall HyDRO Act of 2015Latest action 2015-06-09
- Bill authoredA bill to amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to exempt certain small hydroelectric power projects that are applying for relicensing under the Federal Power Act from the licensing requirements of that Act.Latest action 2017-06-14
- Bill authoredSt. Croix National Heritage Area ActLatest action 2022-09-21
- Taxation
Provide Tax Credit for Home Accessibility
Proposed a bill to amend the IRS code to offer a refundable tax credit for home improvements that enhance accessibility.
Where it stands: Senator Angus S. King, Jr. sponsored S.X, 'A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable credit for certain home accessibility improvements,' which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance, indicating it is a live, pending bill.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable credit for certain home accessibility improvements.Latest action 2025-04-07
- Bill authoredWorking Waterfront Disaster Mitigation Tax Credit ActLatest action 2024-07-31
- Bill authoredWelcome Home Veterans Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-12
- Bill authoredFishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2023Latest action 2023-05-30
- Bill authoredMollie Baldwin Upskilling of Personal and Home Care Aides ActLatest action 2021-04-15
- Bill authoredMollie Baldwin Upskilling of Personal and Home Care Aides ActLatest action 2020-12-01
- Bill authoredSenior and Disability Home Modification Assistance Initiative ActLatest action 2019-03-07
- Bill cosponsoredCredit Card Competition Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-13
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