Chellie Pingree U.S. House of Representatives from Maine's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Chellie Pingree U.S. House of Representatives from Maine's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree, representing Maine's 1st district since 2009, has recently addressed several issues through her social media platform. Her posts highlight her ongoing efforts in supporting workforce needs, addressing environmental concerns, and recognizing contributions to energy efficiency.
On December 9, 2024, Congresswoman Pingree emphasized the importance of supporting workers in Maine by advocating for an extension of work permits for immigrants and asylum seekers. She stated: "Maine needs every willing worker! That’s why @SenAngusKing, @GovJanetMills and I are calling on @DHSgov to codify the 540-day automatic extension for expiring work permits for immigrants + asylum seekers—which will ease backlogs while supporting workers, families *and* employers."
Later that day, Pingree addressed environmental issues related to fast fashion. She criticized a loophole that allows unsustainable goods into the country: "The de minimis loophole allows fast-fashion giants to flood our country with unsustainable goods. Ending this loophole is one way my @HouseDemocrats colleagues and I are working to rein in companies that cheat the system and pollute our planet."
On December 10, 2024, Pingree expressed pride in recognizing Efficiency Maine's achievements in energy efficiency: "I'm proud to recognize @EfficiencyMaine in the Congressional Record for their incredible contributions in accelerating the electrification of home appliances in our state. Congrats to everyone at EM for helping make Maine a leader in energy efficiency!"
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