WASHINGTON, DC—Connecticut's congressional delegation released the following statement today applauding the announcement Connecticut will be receiving $71.8 million that may be used to repair homes...
Himes Votes Again for Simpson-Bowles
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) voted today in support of an amendment requiring that the Simpson-Bowles plan serve as the framework for federal budget planning. Last year, Himes was...
Himes Announces 4th Annual Valentines for Vets Drive
BRIDGEPORT, CT—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) is announcing his fourth annual "Valentines for Vets" program, which collects valentines made by Fourth District children to deliver to local veterans....
Himes Statement on President Obama’s Immigration Proposal
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement regarding the plan for immigration reform unveiled today by President Obama:"I appreciate the thoughtful immigration...
Himes Statement on Senate Bipartisan Immigration Deal
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) issued the follow statement today in response to a bipartisan Senate proposal to overhaul the nation's immigration laws, including a fair path to...
Himes Joins Bill to Ban Assault Weapons, High-Capacity Magazines
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) cosponsored today a bill to ban assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition feeding devices for civilians. The ban was one of several proposals...
Himes Applauds DOD Decision to Allow Women in Combat
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) issued the follow statement today in response to reports that Defense Secretary Leon Panetta will announce that he will lift the ban on women serving in...
Himes Calls for Reauthorization of Violence Against Women Act
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) today joined more than 150 of his colleagues in reintroducing a strengthened reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Passed 19...
Himes Statement on President Obama’s Second Inauguration
WASHINGTON, DC--Congressman Jim Himes issued the following statement today regarding President Barack Obama's second inauguration:"I congratulate President Obama on his second term and feel...
Himes Applauds President’s Proposal, Urges Swift Passage of Gun Violence Prevention Measures
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) praised President Obama's signing of a number of executive orders aimed at curbing gun violence and echoed his calls for Congress to act on "common...