Susan Collins & United States — United States House of Representatives

Susan Collins: Susan Collins, Republican chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, expressed support for extending tax credits with changes like new income caps.

United States — United States House of Representatives: The United States — United States House of Representatives passed the government funding bill, contributing to the end of the shutdown. Its members debated the spending measure and health care provisions.

Susan Collins: Susan Collins, a Republican senator, voted against the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' despite securing increased funding for rural hospitals, citing broader concerns with the bill.

United States — United States House of Representatives: The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' now returns to the United States — United States House of Representatives for reconciliation after the United States made changes, potentially creating further legislative challenges.

Susan Collins: Susan Collins, a Republican Senator, opposed the war powers resolution, arguing it would send the wrong message to Iran and U.S. troops.