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“The draft legislation we are sharing today enables a transition to 21st century vehicle drivetrains by bringing together both new ideas and technologies as well as long-sought reforms to existing policies,” the congressmen added. “This sets the stage to modernize federal polices and deliver a new generation of more efficient and cost-effective vehicles and engines and fuels for American consumers. We appreciate the stakeholders who have engaged in this effort and look forward to continuing to improve upon the policies and legislative language we’ve put forward for consideration and discussion.”

Congressman Shimkus today announced a USDA Rural Development Grant of $682,800 to help complete construction of a water treatment plant in Wayne City.

Congressman John Shimkus says Republican policies are helping boost household income in central and southern Illinois.

Congressman Shimkus today announced federal investments in Richland, Wabash, and Edwards Counties totaling $567,620.

A candidate for Eagle Scout in Boy Scout in Troop 234, Donnie McMaster worked hard to improve the lives of our local veterans at Cannon Place, an apartment for formerly homeless veterans and their families.

The funds may be used for professional training, personal protective equipment, modifications to facilities, and other supplies that support firefighting operations and safety.

“I encourage young men and women with any level of interest to contact my office as soon as possible,” Shimkus added. “There are no fees to apply to the academies and no commitment is necessary at this point in the process.”

The USDA Rural Development Grant of $40,000 will go toward the purchase a new John Deere 3150 Backhoe loader.

“I’m glad to see the Trump Administration return to the principles of cooperative federalism that have successfully and impressively reduced air pollution for decades. Rather than dictate burdensome, top-down mandates on the states, the Affordable Clean Energy rule seeks to empower states to continue reducing emissions in ways that best fit their various energy portfolios.”

Mr. Schurman served as chairman of the congressman's Veterans Advisory Committee for many years.

"The sooner we negotiate better trade deals, the better off all my constituents will be."

As the representative of one of the top corn, bean, and pork producing districts in the country, I’m honored to serve on this year’s Farm Bill conference committee.

Russia is no ally, and Vladimir Putin is no friend, of the United States.

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) entered a statement into the permanent Congressional Record recognizing the Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg High School Softball Team, who are the 2018 Illinois High School Association Class 1A champions.