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...
Four Years Later: Still Fighting for Equal Pay
Four years ago this month, I was proud to cast one of my first votes as Congressman for the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. This bill, which was signed into law by President Obama on January 29, 2009,...
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...
This Week in Congress: January 22, 2013
This week, the House is expected to consider two bills, ranging from emergency response to the budget.Legislation under consideration this week includes:Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness...
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...
Murphy, Himes to Host Roundtable Discussion in Stamford on Curbing Gun Violence
STAMFORD—On Thursday, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy and U.S. Congressman Jim Himes will hold a roundtable discussion in Stamford on reducing gun violence in America. The lawmakers will bring together...