"This amendment would help keep them open and caring for those who live in these rural communities," Collins said.

The Maine Republican has cited concerns over the legislation's proposed cuts to Medicaid and the impact on rural hospitals.

In a vote of 22-78, a measure that aimed to increase the amount of money in the rural hospital relief fund failed. Collins' amendment would have increased the tax rate on individuals earning over $25 ...

In contrast, Democratic Governor Janet Mills remains significantly more popular and is increasingly seen as a potential ...

The Senate voted early Tuesday morning to defeat an amendment sponsored by Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) to create a new top ...

Republican Senator Susan Collins received a warning about the unpopularity of President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" ...

Independent Sen. Angus King voted against advancing it, and warned that the spending reductions will result in thousands of ...

The Republican senator said she intends to file a "number of amendments" to the bill and that Saturday's vote does not predict her vote on its final passage.

With lawmakers working into the weekend, the Maine Republican has not yet said publically how she plans to vote on the bill.

State Representative Anne Graham is urging Senator Susan Collins to vote “No” on President Donald Trump's spending bill.

PORTLAND, Maine — For the third consecutive day, Mainers are calling on Sen. Susan Collins to take a definitive stance ...