WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) took the oath of office today to serve his second term representing Connecticut's 4th District in the United States Congress. At a gathering in his office...
Himes, Flatto Announce $50K for Improvements to Fairfield Firehouse
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) and Fairfield First Selectman Ken Flatto announced today that the Fairfield Fire Department will receive $56,144 in federal funding to replace an aging...
Himes Statement on 9/11 Health and Compensation Act
WASHINGTON, DC--Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement in response to final passage of the 9/11 Health and Compensation Act."There have been few events in our nation's history...
Himes Helps Pass Improvements to 9/11 GI Bill
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) helped pass legislation that will make it easier for veterans to use the 9/11 GI Bill. The Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act...
Himes Applauds Senate Action on Tax Compromise
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement in response to the Senate vote today to end debate and move forward with consideration of legislation to reduce payroll...
Himes Expresses Support for Tax Compromise
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement in support of the compromise reached by President Obama and Congressional leadership this week regarding taxes and...
Himes Statement on Co-Sponsorship of DREAM Act
WASHIGNTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) issud the following statement regarding his co-sponsorship of the DREAM Act."Graduating from high school should open the door to new opportunity and new...
Himes Urges Senate to Repeal Don’t Ask Don’t Tell
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) issued the following statement in response to the release of today's Department of Defense report on the military's Don't Ask Don't Tell policy."Denying...
Himes Statement on Upcoming Fiscal Commission Recommendations
WASHINGTON, DC—With the President's National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform scheduled to send recommendations to Congress this coming Wednesday, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released...
Congressman Jim Himes Honored For His Commitment To Fighting Drunk Driving and Underage Drinking
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (D-CT) has been recognized by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers, for his outstanding commitment to fighting...