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Sep 20, 2013
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“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.”
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Sep 20, 2013
Op-Ed
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under the President’s directive through his Climate Action Plan, issued a rule on September 20 that will kill the future for coal and raise costs for electricity in the future.
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Sep 3, 2013
Op-Ed
Until I see evidence of a real threat against the United States or our allies or unless the international community reaches a consensus and leads, I am not convinced that a limited strike against Syria at this time is warranted.
Aug 28, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is now accepting applications from young men and women interested in attending one of the United States military academies. High school seniors, college students, and anyone interested should apply now for summer 2014 admission.
Jul 31, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is pleased to announce funding through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program to the Charleston Fire Department. The grant program is administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, part of the U. S. Department of Homeland Security.
Jul 25, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) voted for House passage of the Coal Residuals Reuse and Management Act of 2013 (HR 2218).
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Jul 25, 2013
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A member of Shimkus’ staff will be in Clinton County on Thursday, August 8, 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon at the New Baden Village Hall, 1 East Hanover Street.
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Jul 24, 2013
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The following statement was issued today by Illinois House Republicans, including Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06), Congressman Rodney Davis (IL-13), Congressman Randy Hultgren (IL-14), Congressman John Shimkus (IL-15), Congressman Adam Kinzinger (IL-16) and Congressman Aaron Schock (IL-18), following President Obama’s speech on jobs and the economy at Knox College, Illinois.
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Jul 17, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) voted for two bills that would delay implementation of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) for both businesses and individuals.
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Jul 9, 2013
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Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is recovering following non-surgical heart procedures at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.