Susan M. Collins is the Republican U.S. Senator from Maine, in office since 1997.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since January 7, 1997.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Appropriations (Chairman)
- Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
- Senate Select Committee on Intelligence
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
Susan M. Collins holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Maine choose who fills it.
On the ballot November 3, 2026
Susan M. Collins is a candidate for this seat. These candidates are on the ballot:
- Susan M. Collins, Republican Incumbent
- Troy D. Jackson, Democratic
Source: Maine Secretary of State, 2026 general election candidate list, checked September 26, 2026. See all 35 Senate races.
Maine
Susan M. Collins is one of two U.S. Senators for Maine, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Maine congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 413 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is Susan M. Collins next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Maine takes part in that race.
What committees does Susan M. Collins serve on?
Susan M. Collins serves on the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.
How do I contact Susan M. Collins?
You can reach the office of Susan M. Collins by phone at 202-224-2523 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 413 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.