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Mar 14, 2012
Op-Ed
As a member of the Illinois Congressional delegation, I have been besieged by questions on the status of Senator Mark Kirk.
Mar 9, 2012
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus' staff will be coming to Clay County and Wayne County on Thursday, March 22nd.
Mar 8, 2012
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus joined his colleagues in voting for legislation designed to put Americans back to work, the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives 390-23.
Feb 29, 2012
Press Release
Congressman Shimkus offers his thoughts and prayers to those affected by the Harrisburg tornado.
Feb 27, 2012
Press Release
"This is a unique competition, as the entries are limited by geography and the winner gets national exposure," Shimkus explained. "I encourage all student artists to submit their work."
Feb 17, 2012
Press Release
House co-chairs of the Next Gen 9-1-1 Caucus, Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois) and Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo (D, California) are pleased to announce the inclusion of the Next Generation 9-1-1 Advancement Act (HR 2629) in the Conference Report to e
Feb 16, 2012
Press Release
Congressman Shimkus voted for the Protecting Investment in Oil Shale the Next Generation of Environmental, Energy and Resource Security (PIONEER) Act, which passed the House.
Jan 18, 2012
Press Release
Congressman Shimkus voted against President Obama's sixth request to raise the nation's debt ceiling.
Jan 5, 2012
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus is kicking off his "Valentines for Heroes" program, which has become a popular tradition for his constituents.