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- In the debate over avoiding the “fiscal cliff,” an important point has been forgotten: when it comes to solving our debt, government spending is the problem that must be addressed.
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- I am attending the hearing on the "State of Uncertainty: Implementation of Obamacare Exchanges and Medicaid Expansion." Take a look at the poster below for a summary of its timeline.
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Watch live at 10 AM EST the Health Subcommittee hearing on "State of Uncertainty: Implementation of PPACA's Exchanges and Medicaid Expansion."- Matthew 18:22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.
- Yesterday I met with State of Illinois Director of Agriculture Bob Flider to discuss the Farm Bill, Mississippi River water levels, and other issues affecting our area.
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Watch live the Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing entitled "Keeping the New Broadband Spectrum Law on Track" with all the FCC Commissioners testifying.- Mark 1:15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.
- Psalm 93:1 The Lord reigneth, he is clothed with majesty; the Lord is clothed with strength, wherewith he has girded himself...
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Congresswoman Anna Eshoo and I applaud the agreement reached between the wireless industry and the FCC regarding texts to 911 call centers. It's a major step forward, and we look forward to following the advances over the next two years.Congressman John Shimkus shared a link.
In January, taxpayers and healthcare providers will be affected by new tax increases due to Obamacare. Find out more about the effects in my newsletter.- 2 Corinthians 12:9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness...
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Senator Marco Rubio gives this week's Republican Address, discussing how the government needs to encourage job opportunities, not block them.- John 6:56 He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him.
- 1 Corinthians 12:4-5 Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord.
- Galatians 5:5 For we through the Spirit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith.
- Today marks 128 years since the Washington Monument was completed in 1884. It was the tallest structure in the world at its completion.
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Our parents and grandparents left us a strong America and a growing economy. Meanwhile, trillion-dollar deficits have left our future generations saddled with debt. Our children and grandchildren - this is who House Republicans are fighting for.- 1 Corinthians 12:31 But covet earnestly the best gifts; and yet shew I unto you a more excellent way.
- Romans 13:1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.
- Matthew 6:28 And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:...
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On this day in 1818, Illinois became the 21st state added to the Union.Congressman John Shimkus shared a link.
To learn about free tax preparation for members of the US Armed Forces and more, check out my newsletter. If you would like to receive my newsletter, sign up at http://shimkus.house.gov/.- Psalm 5:3 My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O Lord; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up.
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In this week's GOP Address, Senator Orrin Hatch of Utah discusses viable solutions to the fiscal cliff and the Obama Administration's superficial plan.- Galatians 3:22 But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe.
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The only way to protect social security for future generations is to ensure its solvency today.- John 1:41 He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messiah, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.
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In order to find a solution to the fiscal cliff, Congress must decide if we are going to reform the entitlement programs which are the major drivers of our national debt. We have got to come up with a comprehensive solution including revenue raisers and entitlement reforms. This is truly a time when Members must reach across the aisle to do what is best for the American people.- Matthew 24:36 But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
- Yesterday, I met with President Matt Harrison of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod regarding the church's anti-malaria campaign in Africa.
- At the Health Subcommittee hearing, "Examining Options to Combat Health Care Waste, Fraud and Abuse.”
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Watch live the Health Subcommittee hearing entitled “Examining Options to Combat Health Care Waste, Fraud and Abuse.”- Luke 12:40 You also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.
- Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
- Matthew 25:23 His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
- Today is Small Business Saturday. Be sure to get out and support the businesses in your community!
- Luke 17:17 And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine?
- Philippians 4:6 Be careful for nothing; in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your request be made known unto God.
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