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Shimkus Statement on House Passage of the American Health Care Act

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement after the House approved legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA), known more commonly as Obamacare: “For seven years, I’ve fought to repeal all of Obamacare’s mandates, middle class taxes, abortion subsidies,... Read More.

Shimkus Votes to Turn the Page on Obama-era Spending

Thursday, May 4 by Jc Tinsley

On Thursday the House of Representatives approved the last ever federal spending bill based upon an Obama-era budget. The bipartisan omnibus appropriations bill will keep the government running through September 30, 2017.“My constituents are fed up with massive, must-pass bills that spend too much... Read More.

Shimkus Statement on Judge Gorsuch

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement on today’s Senate confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch:"I congratulate Judge Neil Gorsuch on his confirmation as the next Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Judge Gorsuch will bring the same respect for the... Read More.

Shimkus Statement on Syria Missile Strike

Monday, April 10 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement on Thursday's Tomahawk missile strike on Syria’s Shayrat air base:“In 2013 I cautioned President Obama about military intervention in Syria. I also questioned why we are always the ones to respond, and why the international community... Read More.

Shimkus Statement on Healthcare Reform

Monday, March 27 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement after the American Health Care Act was withdrawn from consideration:“I’ve strongly opposed the Affordable Care Act’s mandates, middle-class tax hikes, and expensive one-size-fits-all health insurance plans since day one. My constituents have judged that law,... Read More.

Shimkus Announces Annual High School Art Contest

Thursday, March 23 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is now accepting entries for the 2017 Congressional Art Competition. The contest is open to high school students in the 15th Congressional District. Entries are due by April 28.“This is an annual competition that we are pleased to... Read More.

Shimkus on Repeal and Replace Bill: “This is the relief my constituents have demanded”

Wednesday, March 8 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) today praised the American Health Care Act (AHCA) – House Republicans’ legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA), more commonly known as Obamacare. “This is the relief my constituents have demanded,” said Shimkus, a senior member of... Read More.

Shimkus Statement on Tuesday’s Storms

Thursday, March 2 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement after making calls to local leaders:“My thoughts and prayers are with all those in my district and across our state who were affected by the storms last night. I also want to extend a huge... Read More.

Shimkus Statement on the Passing of Bob Michel

Monday, February 20 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15), the senior Republican in the Illinois congressional delegation, released the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Bob Michel:“Bob Michel will always be remembered on Capitol Hill and in ‘the people’s House’ he loved. An American patriot through... Read More.

Shimkus Sending Staff Member to Grayville and Fairfield

Wednesday, February 15 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) has a tradition of having his staff hold office hours in addition to those he holds himself. This is an opportunity to meet with someone from Shimkus’ office in your hometown. “These office hours allow you to meet face to... Read More.