SENATOR COLLINS’ STATEMENT ON MEETING WITH PRESIDENT OBAMA
President Barack Obama today met with Senate Republicans during their weekly caucus lunch meeting to discuss the details of his $825 billion economic stimulus plan. Following the meeting, U.S. Senator Susan Collins, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, released this statement.
"President Obama made an impressive presentation. What I appreciate most is his willingness to engage in discussion, to answer many questions, and to respond to concerns about his stimulus plan."
Earlier today, the Senate Appropriations Committee voted 21-9 to send the President's proposed package to the full Senate. Senator Collins was one of four Republicans who voted in favor of advancing the legislation.
"President Obama made an impressive presentation. What I appreciate most is his willingness to engage in discussion, to answer many questions, and to respond to concerns about his stimulus plan."
Earlier today, the Senate Appropriations Committee voted 21-9 to send the President's proposed package to the full Senate. Senator Collins was one of four Republicans who voted in favor of advancing the legislation.
