Susan Collins Incumbent
Republican · Running for re-election · U.S. Senate
Background
Susan Collins (R) has served in the U.S. Senate since 1997 and chairs the Senate Appropriations Committee. She has at times voted against her party's position, including votes related to the Affordable Care Act and same-sex marriage protections. Stated priorities include health care, defense, and appropriations.
Sources: Ballotpedia; Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
Issue Positions
- Economy
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Supports tax relief, small business assistance, and infrastructure investment. Known for a moderate, bipartisan approach.
- Healthcare
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Supports protecting pre-existing condition coverage and lowering drug costs. Voted to preserve key ACA provisions.
- Immigration
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Supports border security paired with legal immigration reform. Backs protections for Dreamers.
- Climate/Environment
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Acknowledges climate change and supports clean energy investment. Backs conservation and emissions-reduction measures.
- Gun Policy
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Supports expanded background checks and some gun safety measures. Supported the 2022 bipartisan safety bill.
- Education
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Supports increased education funding and college affordability. Backs Pell Grants and workforce training.
Voting Record (8)
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Motion to Proceed to S. 4784
July 14, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. (H.Con.Res. 86)
June 23, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644)
June 22, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture: Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6644 with an Amendment (SA 5823)
June 18, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Secure America Act (S. 2)
June 5, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Proceed to S. Res. 526
May 13, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
An executive resolution authorizing the en bloc consideration in Executive Session of certain nominations on the Executive Calendar. (S.Res. 690)
May 11, 2026 · Source ↗
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Voted Yes
Motion to Invoke Cloture: S. Res. 690
April 30, 2026 · Source ↗