Public service, at a glance.
Susan M. Collins serves as a senator for Maine in the United States Senate. Susan's first recorded term in this role began on January 7, 1997.
- Chamber
- U.S. Senate
- State / territory
- Maine
- Current party
- Republican
- Senate class
- 2
- Born
- December 7, 1952
- Scheduled term end
- January 3, 2027
Committee assignments
Service record
| From | To | Party | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 2021 | Jan 3, 2027 (scheduled) | Republican | U.S. Senate |
| Jan 6, 2015 | Jan 3, 2021 | Republican | U.S. Senate |
| Jan 6, 2009 | Jan 3, 2015 | Republican | U.S. Senate |
| Jan 7, 2003 | Jan 3, 2009 | Republican | U.S. Senate |
| Jan 7, 1997 | Jan 3, 2003 | Republican | U.S. Senate |
Published biographical research
These are dated observations from named sources. They are not new surveys of the member’s identity or beliefs.
| Field | Reported value | Source and coverage | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Religious affiliation | Catholic | Religious affiliation of members of the 119th Congress Named members of the incoming 119th Congress; historical observation, not a live survey | Published Jan 2, 2025 |
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