Senators introduce bill to reauthorize the Kay Hagan Tick Act, enhancing research and support for tick-borne diseases.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Tina Smith (D-MN), supported by Senator Angus King (I-ME), have reintroduced the Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act. This legislation aims to bolster research, prevention, diagnostics, and treatment for Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases, with over 3,000 reported cases in Maine alone last year.
Senator Collins emphasized the urgent need for continued support and resources to combat Lyme disease, highlighting advancements like the first clinical trial for a Lyme vaccine. Senator Smith added that the bill seeks to enhance federal involvement in combating the rising occurrence of these illnesses across the country.
Furthermore, the act would extend programs designed to improve data collection and diagnostic capabilities while ensuring that health departments are equipped to respond effectively to tick-borne diseases. Experts support the bill's provisions, noting its importance in public health surveillance and intervention strategies.
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Angus S. King Jr. Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Angus S. King Jr. is worth $9.5M, as of July 16th, 2025. This is the 96th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
King has approximately $2.8M invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Angus S. King Jr. Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Angus S. King Jr.:
- S.1345: America's First Fuels Act
- S.1336: Jobs in the Woods Act
- S.1315: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable credit for certain home accessibility improvements.
- S.1279: A bill to redesignate the Hulls Cove Visitor Center at Acadia National Park as the George J. Mitchell Visitor Center.
- S.1217: Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2025
- S.926: Saving Our Veterans Lives Act of 2025
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Angus S. King Jr. Fundraising
Angus S. King Jr. recently disclosed $10.0K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 739th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 4.9% came from individual donors.
King disclosed $55.8K of spending. This was the 573rd most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
King disclosed $114.2K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 654th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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