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Shimkus Backs Pro-Gun Measures

Tuesday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15), who holds a lifetime A rating from the National Rifle Association, voted today for several legislative measures to support and defend Americans’ 2nd Amendment rights.“Too often the federal government gets involved in our lives in ways it... Read More.

Shimkus Votes to End Operation Choke Point, Protect Legal Gun and Ammo Sellers

Thursday, February 11 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) today voted to end Operation Choke Point, an Obama Administration scheme to coerce banks and other financial institutions into cutting off relationships with legal businesses the administration dislikes.“While a wide range of industries have been affected, law abiding gun... Read More.

Shimkus Votes to Block Obama Administration Overreach

Thursday, January 14 by Jc Tinsley

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) voted this week to block two of the Obama Administration’s most controversial water rules.On Tuesday, the House passed H.R. 1644, the STREAM Act. This legislation would require the National Academy of Sciences to... Read More.

Shimkus Seeks Valentines for Heroes

Friday, January 8 by Jc Tinsley

Maryville, Illinois – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is again asking constituents to participate in his annual “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. “Thousands of... Read More.

Shimkus Takes Aim at President’s Executive Actions

Tuesday, January 5 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15), a lifelong supporter of the 2nd Amendment with a lifetime “A” rating from the National Rifle Association (NRA), released the following statement in reaction to President Obama’s proposed executive actions on guns:“If the executive actions President Obama is proposing... Read More.

Shimkus Touts New Law to Assist Small, Rural Drinking Water Systems

Monday, January 4 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) today joined local leaders in Dieterich, Marshall, Lawrenceville and Sandoval to announce the availability of technical assistance for rural water systems. Richard Rand (left) shows Congressman Shimkus around the Lawrenceville water plant. The new law reauthorizes $15 million each year... Read More.