Since January, a total of 7,633 Maine employers have been approved for nearly $553 million in forgivable loans, including 1,500+ small businesses that were approved for nearly $100 million just last week. The PPP is supporting jobs across our state.

I've heard from health care providers about how the pandemic is compounding the financial, PPE, & staffing challenges they face. I urged @HHSGov  Secretary nominee Xavier Becerra to support additional funding for health care professionals, particularly in rural areas.

From job creation to telehealth, high-speed Internet can provide countless benefits to communities. A bill I authored with @RepJackyRosen  would provide up to $15 billion to expand broadband access to areas that lack it.

Good news: Maine’s small businesses are getting forgivable PPP loans so that they can survive the pandemic & continue to pay their employees. The latest data: 8,542 loans approved in 2021, totaling more than $601 million.

More than $10 million has been awarded to support public housing for Mainers. As the Ranking Member of the Housing Appropriations Subcommittee, I am committed to delivering resources to meet the needs of our communities and provide safe places to live.

LIHEAP provides home heating assistance to ensure Mainers stay warm & safe during the winter months. That’s why @SenJackReed  & I led a bipartisan group of Senators in urging the Administration to prioritize funding for this program in the upcoming budget.

Veterans deserve our unwavering support. I introduced a bill with @Sen_JoeManchin  to allow disabled veterans to apply for a grant every ten years to help them purchase a new adaptive vehicle—helping to ensure their safety and maintain their independence.