WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) today reminded students applying for 2010 admission into one of the nation's four military academies that applications are due to his office by 4:00pm on...
Himes Amendment Opens Door for Federal Investment in Local Solar Technology
WASHINGTON, DC—Local solar technology companies will have access to federal investment under an amendment by Congressman Jim Himes passed today as part of the Solar Technology Roadmap Act (STRA)....
Himes Congratulates Stamford St. Cecilia School on Physical Fitness Award, Co-sponsors Bills to Prevent Obesity
Congressman Jim Himes today congratulated St. Cecilia School in Stamford for earning the President's Challenge State Championship Award. The award highlights St. Cecilia's programs as examples...
Rep. Himes Votes to Provide Affordable, Quality Care for Americans Living with HIV/AIDS
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) helped pass legislation to provide life-saving care, treatment, and support services to nearly half a million Americans living with HIV and AIDS....
Rep. Himes Announces Funding for Conn. Recovery Act Energy Programs
Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) announced today that Connecticut has received its second and final installment of the State Energy Program funding provided under the American Recovery and Reinvestment...
Rep. Himes Applauds Decision to Keep Stamford, Bridgeport Post Offices Open
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) applauded the Postmaster's decision today to maintain service at the Barnum Post Office in Bridgeport and the Glen Brook and West Avenue stations in...
Rep. Himes Congratulates President Obama on Nobel Peace Prize
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement regarding the announcement today that President Obama has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize:"I congratulate President...
Himes Supports Measures to Extend First Time Homebuyer Tax-Credit for Veterans, Improve VA Medical Programs
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Himes this week helped pass two bills to aid veterans' transition into non-combat life: the Service Members Home Ownership Act and the Veterans Health Care Budget Reform...
Himes Announces Online Sign Up for VA Emergency Education Benefit Payments
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) announced that Connecticut's student veterans eligible for a special emergency payment of their Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits can apply online...
Himes Staff to Hold Community Office Hours in October and November
In an effort to make constituent services more accessible throughout Fairfield County, Congressman Jim Himes' staff will hold office hours in the communities not served by a permanent office....