Nov 11, 2011 | Business Impact, Business News, Federal Legislation, Federal Regulations, Industry News, Truck Weights
Senator Collins convinces House-Senate negotiators to approve plan to allow heavier trucks to use Maine’s federal interstates for at least 20 years WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Susan Collins, the top Republican on the Senate Transportation Appropriations...
Jul 15, 2011 | Business News, Environmental, Federal Legislation, Federal Regulations
Forest owners say it will conserve jobs and the environment WASHINGTON (July 14, 2011) – The National Alliance of Forest Owners (NAFO) voiced support for legislation introduced in the U.S. Congress to affirm the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) regulation...
Feb 24, 2011 | Federal Legislation, Federal Regulations, Safety, Truck Weights
Heavy trucks return to small roads in Maine, Vt. By CLARKE CANFIELD FREEPORT, Maine (AP) — After a one-year hiatus, heavy trucks are again rumbling through small towns across Maine and Vermont. A pilot project that allowed trucks weighing up to 100,000 pounds onto...
Jan 25, 2011 | Business Impact, Federal Legislation, News
Editor’s Note: Senator Collins will speak live on the Senate floor today at 11:45 (ET) , Live coverage can be found on C-SPAN 2. Audio of her remarks will be available after 3:45 pm today at Audio from Senator Susan Collins. – MB Senator Collins To...
Apr 9, 2010 | Business News, Industry News, News
RUMFORD — Officials from Maine papermaking towns say they’re grateful for the stand taken by members of the state’s congressional delegation in an international trade case. Click the link (left) to read the full article: Portland Press...