More on Working for Maine Seniors
Nov 29, 2012
Jamaican Lottery Scam Impacting Maine Seniors
Michaud secures commitment from FTC to hold Maine forum on fraud and strategies to prevent it -- WASHINGTON, DC -- Today in his Washington office, Congressman Mike Michaud met with Mainers concerned about the ongoing Jamaican lottery scam that is victimizing Maine seniors and others throughout New England. Michaud met with representatives of FairPoint, Major Bill King of the York County Sheriff’s Department, and a victim’s representative. They discussed the need to raise awareness of the issue and what actions the federal government could take against the fraud.
Aug 14, 2012
Michaud Praises $200,000 USDA Senior Housing Investment
BANGOR, ME – Today, Congressman Mike Michaud praised the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announcement that Western Maine Community Action (WMCA) in East Wilton has been awarded a $200,000 Rural Community Development Initiative grant for its Maine Keeping Seniors Home program, which assists elderly, low-income homeowners in making vital repairs and efficiency upgrades.
Jul 21, 2011
Michaud Offers Amendment to Protect Seniors from Fraud
WASHINGTON, DC – Last night, Congressman Mike Michaud spoke on the House floor on an amendment he offered to H.R. 1315, a bill that would weaken the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), which was created to stop unfair, deceptive and abusive practices and ensure credit card, mortgage, student loan, and other financial transactions are more clear, transparent, and fair to all Americans.
May 6, 2011
Michaud Joins Push to Simplify Seniors’ Tax Prep
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Mike Michaud is supporting a bill that would make filing taxes easier for seniors by providing them a basic, easy to read form. He recently added his name to the Seniors Tax Simplification Act (H.R. 1058)...
