These are attacks on the very foundation of humanitarian law. The United States cannot stand by while those delivering life-saving assistance are treated as collateral damage.
Aid workers should never be targets. They are heroes, and they deserve our protection.
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Chellie Pingree
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Voting Record — 550
Yes40%
No55%
Present1%
Not Voting5%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
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Chellie Pingree
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMaine District 1
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In Gaza, Ukraine, Somalia, Sudan, and beyond, aid workers are risking—and losing—their lives to make sure these essentials are delivered.
Already this year, 192 aid workers have been killed. Last year, that number was over 370—the deadliest year on record.
I just introduced the Commitment to Aid Workers Act—to demand accountability, limit military aid to nations that target aid workers and protect those on the frontlines.
For decades humanitarian workers have delivered life-saving aid to millions of people caught in the crosshairs of conflict. (1/3)
Nearly $200 billion cut from SNAP.
These numbers can be hard to digest. But when you read a story like this—about hard-working Mainers who’ve endured so much, and who rely on SNAP to feed their families—the human toll becomes clearer.
For millions, *this* is the new reality.
It’s flat-out wrong.
Like the rest of this bill, it’s all smoke and mirrors—a flashy headline with none of the real support working people actually need.
When Trump and Republicans try to tout their “Big Beautiful Bill,” remember: Don’t fall for the bullshit. (5/5)
One of my colleagues, @repescobar.bsky.social, summed it up perfectly:
“You get crumbs, they get gold bars.” (4/5)
Second, about 1/3 of tipped workers live in households with no federal income tax liability, so the lowest income tipped workers won’t even benefit from this change.
Finally, this provision expires in 2028—unlike the tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations, which are permanent. (3/5)
We’ll get to the other lies later. Today, I want to focus on the “No Tax on Tips" provision.
Spoiler alert: It’s a huge letdown (like the rest of the bill).
First, while workers *will* be able to deduct up to $25K of their cash tips, any tips over $25K will be taxed at the usual rate. (2/5)
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Hours after Republicans passed the Big Ugly Bill, Trump held a rally. He spent much of his speech touting his signature legislation—including this gem:
“Just as I promised, we’re making the Trump tax cuts permanent and delivering no tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security.” (1/5)
In this time of unfathomable sorrow, we must stand with the people of Texas, and send all the love and support we can to those affected.
The loss and destruction caused by the floods in Central Texas is heartbreaking. That so many children are among the victims makes this tragedy even more devastating.
My heart goes out to the victims, their loved ones + communities, and everyone impacted—as well as to the amazing first responders.
So today, we recommit. To each other. To the fight. To the idea that America can + must be better than this. Because patriotism isn’t blind loyalty. It’s standing up, speaking out, + refusing to let injustice win.
Let’s hold on to hope. Let’s get to work.
And let’s remember what we’re fighting for.
We can’t ignore the painful irony. On a day meant to honor liberty and justice for all, our rights are being dismantled, our freedoms rolled back, and our values betrayed.
But the 4th of July isn’t just about looking back. It’s about choosing to keep moving forward—even when the road gets hard.
Today should be a celebration of freedom and democracy. But instead, it’s the day Donald Trump signs one of the most dangerous, regressive bills in our nation’s history into law.
This bill is not about helping everyday Americans. It’s an assault on the working class, a gift to the ultra-wealthy, a climate disaster, and a ticking time bomb for the economy.
It’s shameful. It’s dangerous. And it’s unforgivable. (10/10)
Leader Jeffries’ extraordinary speech laid bare how dangerous this bill is.
Meanwhile, it’s clear from the President’s comments that he doesn’t even know what’s in his signature legislation, or that it'll kick 17 million people off their health care.
The ignorance and apathy is staggering. (9/10)
That Speaker Johnson chose to keep the procedural rule vote open for hours last night while holdouts made backroom deals with the President on their own pet issues, forcing debate on the bill into the dead of night, underscores the chaos that has defined this process from the very beginning. (8/10)
And immigrants in our communities—many of whom have already survived unimaginable hardship and who contribute actively to our communities and local economies—will be forced to live in even greater fear of being detained or disappeared. (7/10)
The impact of this legislation here in Maine will be devastating. Tens of thousands could lose access to health care and food assistance. We’re already seeing the closure of hospitals and clinics across the state. This bill puts even more pressure on our already strained health resources. (6/10)
It hands ICE over $75 billion—more than we spend in a year on the Marine Corps or medical research—to create a secret deportation force and a vast network of detention centers, enriching private prison companies while subjecting immigrant communities to unfathomable fear and suffering. (5/10)
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Voting History
550 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-10 | H.R. 3838 (119th) | Approve amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Agreed to |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-09 | H. Res. 682 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3425 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Passed |
| 2025-09-08 | H.R. 3424 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.R. 4553 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.J. Res. 105 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.J. Res. 106 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-04 | H.J. Res. 104 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-03 | H. Res. 539 (119th) | Kill the motion | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-03 | H. Res. 672 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-03 | H. Res. 672 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-02 | H.R. 747 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-09-02 | H.R. 4216 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-23 | H.R. 4275 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-23 | H.R. 3357 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-22 | H.R. 1917 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-22 | H.R. 3937 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-21 | H.R. 3351 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-21 | H.R. 3095 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Passed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H.R. 4016 (119th) | Approve amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2025-07-18 | H. Res. 590 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-18 | H. Res. 590 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2025-07-17 | H.R. 1919 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | 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.