Press Releases
March 3, 2017
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Rep. Poliquin sends a letter to the leadership of the Maine Legislature and the Governor urging their quick action on behalf of Maine citizens in a “dire situation”
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Bruce Poliquin (ME-02) called upon the Maine State Legislature and Governor to act swiftly in making sure the State is in compliance with the federal REAL ID law so that Maine families and citizens are not adversely affected.
March 2, 2017
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The Small Business Capital Formation Enhancement Act passed the House in the last Congress with broad bipartisan support
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressmen Bruce Poliquin (R-ME-02) and Juan Vargas (D-CA-51) are reintroducing the Small Business Capital Formation Enhancement Act (H.R. 1312), a bipartisan bill that will make it easier for small businesses to hire more workers by improving the resources available to them.
February 28, 2017
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Congressman Poliquin will continue to work to protect and grow Maine jobs
WASHINGTON – Congressman Bruce Poliquin (ME-02) released the following statement on President Trump’s first address to a joint session of Congress:
February 16, 2017
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The House measure would rescind a unilaterally implemented rule that restricts states from fully managing their own welfare programs
WASHINGTON – Last night, Congressman Bruce Poliquin (ME-02) voted in favor of a measure to allow states like Maine to have the authority to manage their own welfare programs by striking down a bureaucratically created Obama Admi
February 15, 2017
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For months, the Maine Delegation has stood strong with the Auburn-based textile manufacturer against these unfair Chinese trade practices
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Representatives Chellie Pingree and Bruce Poliquin applauded the affirmative determinations from the U.S.
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February 14, 2017
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Dragon Products Company of Thomaston could be hurt by potentially illegal subsidies
Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King and Representatives Chellie Pingree and Bruce Poliquin sent a letter to the acting U.S.
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February 8, 2017
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The strong investment signals continued strength in Maine’s forest economy
WASHINGTON – Congressman Bruce Poliquin (ME-02) released the following statement regarding the announcement from Sappi Limited that the company will invest $165 million into its Skowhegan mill:
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February 8, 2017
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Rep. Poliquin pushes for health care relief for all Maine families
WASHINGTON – Recent reports from Mainebiz provide further warnings on the sustainability of Obamacare in Maine, echoing concerns Congressman Bruce Poliquin (ME-02) has been expressing.
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February 7, 2017
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Lizzie Dunn of Houlton will have her artwork, ‘Jill,’ displayed in the U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Bruce Poliquin (ME-02) announced that Lizzie Dunn, a sophomore at Houlton Jr./Sr. High School, is the winner of the 2017 Congressional Art Competition for Maine’s 2nd District.
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February 6, 2017
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Poliquin’s legislation would remove outdated land restrictions and help attract new businesses and new jobs to the community
OLD TOWN, Maine – Today, Congressman Bruce Poliquin (ME-02) announced that he will be introducing legislation to revise an outdated law in Old Town to help attract businesses to the region and create jobs for the community. Congressman Poliquin released the following statement:
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