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Feb 6, 2013
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) joined colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday in voting for the Require a PLAN Act, H.R. 444, which passed 253-167.
Feb 1, 2013
Press Release
Congressmen Fight for Responsible Solution that Protects Homeowners & Businesses
Jan 30, 2013
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) has joined 76 colleagues in sending a letter to President Obama opposing his recently announced gun control proposals.
Jan 29, 2013
Press Release
Representatives John Shimkus (IL-15) and Bill Enyart (IL-12) announced today that they will co-chair the Congressional Coal Caucus to promote Southern Illinois coal and good jobs.
Jan 25, 2013
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is announcing his nominations to the four military service academies.
Jan 24, 2013
Press Release
"While the Mississippi River often serves as a dividing line between Missouri and Illinois in our region, the St. Louis Cardinals have been able to bridge that divide and have thousands of Illinois fans," said Shimkus. "Stan Musial is one of the Cardinals
Jan 23, 2013
Press Release
"The No Budget, No Pay Act of 2013 puts the issue of the debt ceiling aside until both the House and Senate pass budgets," Shimkus added. "And if one body or the other does not pass a budget, then their salaries would be withheld until a budget is passed
Jan 11, 2013
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is again asking for participation in his "Valentines for Heroes" program. The Congressman's district offices will collect valentines for distribution throughout the region to veterans and those currently serv
Jan 3, 2013
Speech
When a Member of Congress is given time to formally express an opinion or make a statement on an issue before the House, they are said to have the 'floor' of the House, and their views are referred to as a 'Floor Speech'.