Congressman John Shimkus

Representing the 15th District of Illinois
 

 

Fiscal Responsibility

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More on Fiscal Responsibility

Feb 26, 2014 Press Release
The legislation comes in response to the IRS’s widespread targeting of conservative and Tea Party affiliated groups first documented in a 2013 report from the Treasury Department’s Inspector General.
Jan 15, 2014 Press Release
Following the budget agreement Chairman Paul Ryan reached in December, the House passed an omnibus appropriations bill implementing federal government funding for fiscal year 2014 on Wednesday. Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) voted for the bipartisan package.
Dec 12, 2013 Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) voted for House passage of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 that sets spending guidelines for the current fiscal year (2014) and the next fiscal year (2015.)
Oct 25, 2013 Op-Ed
In the wake of my vote to end the government shutdown/debt ceiling debate, I want to share my thoughts on our nation's fiscal situation as we move forward.
Oct 16, 2013 Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus voted for the compromise reached by Senators in the budget stalemate.
Sep 20, 2013 Press Release
“This short-term spending plan gives Congress and the President time to work out the appropriations for the full fiscal year. I would hope that between the CR and the upcoming debt ceiling debate, we can reach long-term agreements.”