Between their amazing volunteers and the generosity of donors, places like AIO are making it work.
But if Trump continues holding SNAP hostage, that job could become nearly impossible.
Huge thanks to the AIO team for the warm welcome—and for the incredible work they’re doing to keep Mainers fed.

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Maine District 1
Chellie Pingree
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Voting Record — 534
Yes39%
No55%
Present1%
Not Voting5%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
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Chellie Pingree
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMaine District 1
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For months, pantries like AIO in Rockland have been seeing a big uptick in visitors—which have more than doubled since last year.
Republicans’ unconscionable assault on SNAP is only making things worse. People still haven’t received their November benefits.
Food should *NEVER* be used as a weapon.
Millions of people made their voices heard. And they were LOUD. All because Democrats united around two messages that are clearly breaking through:
1️⃣ Driving down costs
2️⃣ Standing up to Trump
We can’t take anything for granted. But the lesson is clear:
When we FIGHT, we WIN.
TURN THE VOLUME UP!
Tonight’s results are a reminder that democracy is strongest when people show up to protect it.
And by adopting a new red flag law, Mainers took a meaningful step to prevent gun violence. This measure will give families, courts, and law enforcement the tools they need to intervene when someone poses a serious risk to themselves or others—while preserving the rights of responsible gun owners.
Question 1 was overly onerous, discriminatory, and would have made our elections less fair, less inclusive, and less democratic. Maine’s elections are among the safest, most secure, and most bipartisan in the country. That’s something we should all be proud of.
Today, Mainers sent a clear message that we won’t let fear or division erode our democracy or threaten public safety.
With the rejection of Question 1, Maine voters have ensured that our elections will remain open, secure, and accessible–just as they should be.
New York City has elected a Bowdoin graduate @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social to be their next mayor!
He inspired voters of all ages and his progressive vision and dedication to working families are exactly what we need right now!
And huge congratulations to @mikiesherrill.bsky.social on her victory in New Jersey. She will bring bold leadership to the Garden State.
Not a bad Tuesday! 🇺🇸
So proud of my friend and colleague (and briefly, my DC roommate!) @abigailspanberger.com.
Tonight she made history as Virginia’s first woman governor, flipping the Commonwealth blue and delivering a powerful win for progress.
🚨🚨🚨
Trump is openly defying multiple court orders and withholding food from 42 million Americans, mere hours after the USDA sent guidance to the states.
The incompetence is staggering.
His threat is illegal, immoral, and only causing more chaos and anxiety for food banks and hungry Americans.
46 days.
No votes.
No government.
We know why Speaker Johnson is keeping the House closed: to dodge a vote on the Epstein files and maintain the partisan stonewall that’s prolonging this shutdown.
Mr. Speaker, DO YOUR JOB.
USDA has the authority and the resources to fully fund SNAP for November.
The Administration’s refusal to act is a deliberate choice that will leave millions of Americans struggling to put food on the table during this Republican shutdown.
/end rant.
They had no problem sending $40 billion to Argentina or spending $200 million on private jets for Secretary Noem—but when it comes to hungry children and working families, all we get are excuses.
Federal courts have affirmed that USDA has both the authority and the obligation to act swiftly.
Instead, the Administration is choosing to delay help and shortchange hungry families. The Trump Administration could fully fund SNAP today.
Now the Administration is claiming it could take weeks or even months to make the partial SNAP benefits payments due to so-called "system changes."
That’s unacceptable.
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🚨BREAKING: After pressure from the courts + @housedemocrats.bsky.social Democrats, the Trump Admin has agreed to tap the contingency funds (as they are LEGALLY required to) to make partial SNAP payments.
It’s not full relief yet, but it means families should soon see benefits start to flow.
This *DOESN’T* mean SNAP benefits will be available immediately. With this Administration, who knows how long it will take (or if they’ll even follow the order).
But for the 42 million people who rely on SNAP—including 170,000 here in Maine—this is undoubtedly hopeful news.
RELEASE THE FUNDS!
🚨GOOD NEWS! 🚨
TWO federal judges have ruled that the Trump Administration must continue paying SNAP benefits during the shutdown.
These rulings make clear what we’ve known all along: The Administration CAN and MUST ensure November benefits go out by tapping the emergency fund Congress set aside.
”We have failed you."
Secretary Rollins is right. Republicans and the Trump Administration have failed the American people.
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Voting History534 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
534 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-07 | H.R. 26 (119th) | Send back to committee | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Failed |
| 2025-02-06 | H.R. 27 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-06 | H.R. 27 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-02-05 | H. Res. 93 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-05 | H. Res. 93 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-05 | H.R. 776 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-02-04 | H.R. 43 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 21 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 21 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 471 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-23 | H.R. 375 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | S. 5 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H.R. 165 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H. Res. 53 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H. Res. 53 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-22 | H.R. 187 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-21 | H.R. 186 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-16 | H.R. 30 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-16 | H.R. 30 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-15 | H.R. 33 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-15 | H.R. 144 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-15 | H.R. 164 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 28 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 28 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 153 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-14 | H.R. 152 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-13 | H.R. 192 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-09 | H.R. 23 (119th) | Final passage | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Passed |
| 2025-01-07 | H.R. 29 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-03 | H. Res. 5 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-03 | H. Res. 5 (119th) | Motion to Commit with Instructions | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-01-03 | H. Res. 5 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-01-03 | — | Election of the Speaker | NOT_VOTING | — | — | Johnson (LA) |
| 2025-01-03 | — | Call by States | PRESENT | — | — | Passed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.
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