Senator Collins announces contract award for Camp Ellis jetty project, enhancing shoreline protection and preventing erosion in Saco.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Collins announces construction contract: U.S. Senator Susan Collins revealed that the Maine Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a construction contract for a spur jetty at Camp Ellis, aimed to prevent erosion. This project is funded by a previously secured $23 million to construct a 750-foot jetty and replenish sand.
Project timeline and local support: The initial phase of the construction is anticipated to complete by August 2027. Senator Collins stated, "This is a key step in building a spur jetty at Camp Ellis," highlighting the project's importance in protecting local homes. Saco’s Mayor, Jodi MacPhail, expressed gratitude for Collins' advocacy and support in securing the project.
Historical context: The erosion issues at Camp Ellis have been longstanding, with historical assessments indicating significant shoreline retreat. Since the original jetty construction over 150 years ago, 38 homes have been washed away, prompting this urgent intervention.
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Susan M. Collins Fundraising
Susan M. Collins recently disclosed $1.6M of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 31st, 2026. This was the 28th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 89.5% came from individual donors.
Collins disclosed $882.6K of spending. This was the 67th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Collins disclosed $8.0M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 27th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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Susan M. Collins Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Susan M. Collins is worth $6.7M, as of March 10th, 2026. This is the 141st highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Collins has approximately $3.9M invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Susan M. Collins Bill Proposals
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- S.3934: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand the availability of medical nutrition therapy services under the Medicare program.
- S.3924: A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to permit disabled individuals to elect to receive disability insurance benefits during the disability insurance benefit waiting period, and for other purposes.
- S.3784: Accounting STEM Pursuit Act
- S.3353: Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act
- S.3296: Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025
- S.3267: ASAP Act
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2026 Maine US Senate Election
There has been approximately $27,093,052 of spending in Maine US Senate elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $1,021,366 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- CLEARPATH ACTION FUND, INC. ($300,498)
- STRONGER MAINE ($254,727)
- SENATE LEADERSHIP FUND ($232,950)
- SLF PAC ($164,163)
- NRRC ($36,250)
The rating for this race is currently "Toss Up".
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