BRIDGEPORT, CT—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) and the University of Bridgeport announced today that the school will receive a $1.1 million U.S. Department of Education grant. The funding will be used...
Himes Returns to Washington to Save Teaching Jobs
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) returned to Washington today to help save over 1,500 Connecticut teaching jobs. Nationwide, the bill will keep 161,000 teachers in classrooms and avert...
As 75th Anniversary of Social Security Approaches, Himes Speaks Out Against Privatization
BRIDGEPORT, CT—Leading up to the 75th anniversary of Social Security, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) is visiting senior centers throughout the 4th District. In a speech on the House floor, Himes...
Himes Announces Former U.S. Comptroller David Walker to Lead Budget Discussion at Fairfield Town Hall Meeting on August 5
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) announced today that the Honorable David Walker, the former U.S. Comptroller under Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, will lead the budget...
Last Day to be Counted in the U.S. Census
I wanted to make sure everyone is aware that today is the LAST DAY to take the 2010 Census. Please help spread this message if you haven't already.Residents who believe they did not receive a Census...
In Case You Missed It
Today economists Mark Zandi and Alan Blinder released the first comprehensive study that estimates the total effect of fiscal and financial policies of the last few years. In a summary of the...
Himes’ Spending Cut Work Group Claims 1st Victory, Welcomes New Member
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes announced today that his Spending Cut and Deficit Reduction Working Group today achieved action on the first of its proposed federal spending cuts in the U.S....
President Signs Cruise Ship Safety Bill into Law
WASHINGTON, D.C.-President Obama has signed into law the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act, which will increase security, law enforcement, and accountability on cruise ships in international...
Himes Announces Town Hall Meetings on Federal Budget
BRIDGEPORT, CT - Rep. Jim Himes (CT-4) will hold three town hall meetings in early August (note: this is from 2010) to discuss the complex nature of the fiscal problems facing our country and to...
Delegation Announces Approval of 30-Day Extension for Connecticut to Assess Storm Damage
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senators Chris Dodd (D-CT) and Joe Lieberman (CT-ID), and Representatives Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Chris Murphy (CT-5) and Jim Himes (CT-4)...