This week, the House will consider 13 bills, ranging from domestic violence to Iran. Legislation under consideration this week includes: National Blue Alert Act of 2011 (H.R. 365): encourages the development of Blue Alert plans by establishing a...
This week, the House will consider 12 bills, ranging from US-Israel relations to the budget. Legislation under consideration this week includes: John F. Kennedy Center Reauthorization Act of 2012 (H.R. 4097): maintains current spending levels for...
Autism rates have risen to an alarming 1 in 88 of all infants born in the United States. Although we have made great strides in the treatment and diagnosis of autism, National Autism Awareness Month is an important occasion during which we can both...
On the eighty-fifth birthday of labor and human rights activist César Chávez, we celebrate the life and work of a bold leader, one who fought tirelessly to better the lives of farmers and immigrants. Chávez leaves behind a legacy of fearless...
Ensuring equal rights for LGBT Americans is a major priority of my service in Congress. Our country is founded on the principle that we do not deny rights to any of our citizens. From voting to end “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” to allow gays and lesbians...
Himes opposes GOP measure that cuts school lunches, Meals on Wheels, SCHIP, and cancer screenings to fund Pentagon spending
Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement today following President Obama’s affirmation that gay marriage should be made legal: “I commend President Obama for announcing his support for marriage equality, which I have supported...
House increases lending authority of Ex-Im Bank, program has no cost to taxpayers
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement today on the passing of Maurice Sendak, Ridgefield resident and author of Where the Wild Things Are and many other children's books: “I send my condolences to the family...
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The fourth district's exports to China grew 695% from 2000 to 2009. Exports to the rest of the world grew 54% in that period.
