Congresswoman Chellie Pingree

Representing the 1st District of Maine

Blog Posts

Oct 30, 2018 Blog Post

Joining SidexSide in Portland for an exciting federal grant announcement to support arts-based education in local schools.

Oct 26, 2018 Blog Post

Great morning spent in Waterville, talking with local organizations investing in the community's arts and creative economy. Amazing to see what's gone on here in last few years!

Dec 20, 2017 Blog Post

The last year has certainly been one of the most eventful—if not the most eventful—of my time in Congress. The presidency of Donald Trump has taken our country in new and frightening directions, making my work in Congress all the more important. 

Nov 17, 2017 Blog Post

The following is a piece distributed to local newspapers in November 2017

Nov 2, 2017 Blog Post

"Working waterfronts are an integral part of the nation's coastal and Great Lakes economy and culture. Working waterfronts face multiple challenges, including permanent conversion to non-water-dependent uses and storm damage to already compromised waterfront infrastructure.

Jul 28, 2017 Blog Post

During debate of a package of Appropriations Bills in the House of Representatives on July 26, 2017, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree spoke out in support of issues important to Maine. 

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Funding

Jul 24, 2017 Blog Post

The following is a column distributed to Maine newspapers in July 2017.

One of the most important committees in Congress is also the least understood: Appropriations. And it’s not surprising. From “302(b) allocations” to “manager’s amendments,” the workings of this committee are nearly indecipherable to anyone outside Washington.

Apr 25, 2017 Blog Post

The following is a press release from the IRS.

WASHINGTON — Starting this month, the Internal Revenue Service will begin sending letters to a relatively small group of taxpayers whose overdue federal tax accounts are being assigned to one of four private-sector collection agencies.

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