Congressman John Shimkus

Representing the 15th District of Illinois
 

 

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Jan 3, 2017 Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus was sworn in today as a Member of the 115th Congress.
Nov 15, 2016 Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) entered a pair of statements into the permanent Congressional Record recognizing Lauren Chappell on her third IHSA Class 1A individual championship title, and the Charleston High School girls’ golf team for their first Class 1A State Championship title.
Nov 1, 2016 Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released a correction to his comments Monday on KMOX.
Sep 8, 2016 Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is now accepting submissions for this year’s Congressional App Challenge, a coding competition for high school students. The Challenge submission period will run through October 26, 2016.
Jul 14, 2016 Press Release
In June of 1973 a group of concerned residents came together to found Effingham County Right. Mrs. Koester has served as secretary of that group ever since.
Jul 14, 2016 Press Release
Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) entered a statement into the permanent Congressional Record recognizing the 175th Anniversary of Richland County, Illinois.
Jul 8, 2016 Press Release
“I am saddened and outraged by the most recent deaths in our country. I mourn with the families of all who have died. We must bring hope to our struggling cities and communities while protecting and supporting our law enforcement. Today is the time to weep, but tomorrow it’s time to get to work bringing our country back together.”
Jul 6, 2016 Press Release
The residents of Pope County began celebrating their county's bicentennial on January 10, 2016, and will hold a multitude of festivities throughout the rest of the year.
Jun 14, 2016 Press Release
The Salt Fork Storm posted 52 points to give the school its first ever Class 1A girls track state title on Saturday, May 21.
Jun 14, 2016 Press Release
The Goreville Blackcats defeated Dozer Park 17–7 on June 4 to give the school the 2016 Class 1A baseball state title. Goreville’s 17 runs also set a new Class 1A record.