Senator Collins Delivers Keynote Address at Maine State Police Graduation Ceremony
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Vassalboro, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Susan Collins delivered the keynote address at the Maine State Police 83rd Recruit Training Troop graduation ceremony in Vassalboro. Senator Collins congratulated the academy graduates and thanked them for their commitment to protect and serve the people of Maine. More than 300 people, including dozens of active cadets, were in attendance for the celebration.
“The men and women of the Maine State Police Force dedicate their careers to keeping our state safe, and I thank each one of the graduates here today for answering the call to public service,” said Senator Collins. “You have chosen a challenging career in today’s polarized environment, but please remember that the vast majority is grateful to you for doing so. Whether we Mainers live in urban areas or in rural communities, we recognize that you willingly put your lives on the line every day to improve the safety and quality of our lives.”
Senator Collins, Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has secured nearly $37 million in Congressionally Directed Spending for projects at police and public safety departments throughout the State of Maine. This includes funding for communication equipment, protective gear, emergency response vessels, and facility renovations and expansions to help ensure the safety of communities from Aroostook to York County.
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