Washington, DC - Yesterday, The House of Representatives passed the Great American Outdoors Act by a vote of 310-107. This act fully funds the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and...
Himes Introduces National Green Bank Act
Washington, DC— Today, Representative Jim Himes (CT-04) along with 13 colleagues introduced the National Green Bank Act. A National Green Bank would capitalize eligible green banks set up by...
Himes calls for immediate Puerto Rico action
WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement on the need for immediate federal assistance for Puerto Rico after the devastation of Hurricane Maria:"In the wake of...
Himes statement on Trump abandoning Paris Climate Agreement
WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement on President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from teh Paris Climate Agreement:"Pulling out of...
CONNECTICUT DELEGATION URGES EPA TO REDUCE DANGEROUS AIR POLLUTION FROM NEIGHBORING STATE’S COAL PLANT
In support of a recent petition from the State of Connecticut, the delegation called on the EPA to limit emissions from the Brunner Island coal plant and improve air quality in...
Himes votes against bill that would lift restrictions on ivory, polar bear imports
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement about his vote against HR 2406, the Sportsmen's Heritage and Recreational Enhancement Act of 2015, or SHARE...
Himes votes for strong bipartisan funding bill, keeps government open
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement on his vote for the combined appropriations bills known as the "omnibus:""I hope the passage of today's bill will put...
Congressman Himes statement on Iran nuclear deal
Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement on the nuclear agreement between the international community and Iran:The agreement announced this morning is the result of two years...
Himes announces support for granting Trade Promotion Authority to President Obama
Congressman Himes' Statement:"Today, after months of careful consideration, I have decided to support granting President Obama Trade Promotion Authority, also known as TPA."TPA is a delegation of...
Himes Opposes Republican Cuts to Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy Programs
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) issued the following statement regarding the House Republican majority's Energy-Water appropriations bill (H.R. 2028) for fiscal year 2016. Himes voted...