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Jan 8, 2014
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is again asking constituents 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 serving in the military.
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Dec 12, 2013
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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.)
Nov 21, 2013
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Republican members of the Illinois Congressional delegation today wrote to Governor Patrick Quinn asking how the state will verify that those who self-report as Medicaid eligible through seeking Obamacare coverage will be verified as eligible.
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Nov 21, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) supported House passage of three bills in Washington this week that is consistent with an all-of-the-above energy policy he has advocated for years.
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Nov 15, 2013
Press Release
Friday, the House passed the Keep Your Health Plan Act (HR 3350) in an attempt to counter the President’s false claims that you could keep your plan if you liked it.
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Nov 14, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) supported House passage of two pieces of legislation related to legal reforms.
Nov 5, 2013
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Six members of the Illinois Congressional delegation have written to Andrew Boron, director of the Illinois Department of Insurance, seeking answers to questions as their constituents deal with the fallout from the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
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 23, 2013
Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) voted to pass the Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WRRDA, HR 3080), the first water resources bill to pass the House in six years.
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Oct 16, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus voted for the compromise reached by Senators in the budget stalemate.