This account has been archived. Mr. Shimkus served as a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1997-2021.
Illinois, USA
Joined July 2008
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Companies all across America are announcing bonuses and increased benefits for their employees because of the #TaxCutsandJobsAct. Has a business in your state made a big announcement? Check out the map on fairandsimple.gop to find out →
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.@RepByrne: I supported this landmark #taxreform bill because I think our country is better off when the American people have more money in their pockets. Let us never forget that the government is intended to serve the people – not the other way around. alreporter.com/2018/02/27/op…
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Another week brings more good economic news. From Marketplace, “The labor market is so strong that it’s even drawing back in people who’ve been out of the workforce for years. And it doesn’t show any sign of letting up.”
marketwatch.com/story/jobles…
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New on fairandsimple.gop→ A map of companies and job creators who are providing bonuses and new benefits to their employees.
Archive: Rep. John Shimkus retweeted
Congress took significant steps in fighting the #CrisisNextDoor this week. Check out E&C’s #OpioidCrisis week in review >> bit.ly/2Gl8hf4
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In this week's #FarmBillFriday, @RepKinzinger highlights Illinois' vast #agriculture industry and notes the various programs within the #farmbill that have a direct impact on farmers, ranchers and consumers. #HouseAg
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LIVE NOW: #SubHealth hearing on “Combating the Opioid Crisis: Prevention and Public Health Solutions.” >> bit.ly/2FDoT29
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If you’re a #smallbiz owner, then you will be saving big with the #TaxCutsandJobsAct, allowing you to invest more into your business and to your employees. fairandsimple.gop
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America has an #opioid abuse problem, & it has already plagued countless communities across #Illinois. On @HouseCommerce, we're dedicated to combating the #opioidepidemic & helping those in need. Learn more about our work at energycommerce.house.gov/opi….
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“Every kid deserves the chance to learn, make friends, and pursue their passions in a school that is safe,” @CathyMcMorris. And that is why we PASSED the #STOPSchoolViolenceAct. gop.gov/time-make-schools-sa…
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.@PeterRoskam: $1,000 is real money: $1,000 is getting ahead on a car payment; $1,000 is the ability to move forward and say we are going to go on a little extra special vacation, we are going to put a little bit more money toward our college fund.
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WATCH NOW—webcast of GEC senior fellow Phil Cornell’s report launch for “Strategic Oil Product Stockholding: International Experience and American Prospects,” featuring Rep. Shimkus, Susan Grissom, & Melanie Kenderdine.
Here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=I7l9FI…
#EnergySecurity #ACEnergy
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GOP House passes school gun violence bill, one month after Florida school shooting - foxnews.com/politics/2018/03…
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Later today, the House will vote on #RightToTry legislation, which will improve access to experimental treatments for patients with terminal diseases or conditions. Check out this letter from @_RightToTry expressing support from the patient community for this important bill
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Every child is a precious gift from God. The love for life gives our country purpose, linking neighbor to neighbor & community to community. We must protect every life to ensure the timelessness of love guides America in every generation. Love for life is inseparable from liberty nitter.gq/DailyCaller/status/973…
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90% of Americans are seeing increased paychecks
4 million + Americans are receiving special bonuses
Nearly 83 million Americans are seeing lower utility bills
These numbers speak for themselves → the #TaxCutsandJobsAct is a game changer for this nation.
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.@HouseGOP members are sharing #taxreform stories from home & the #TaxCutsandJobsAct is becoming more popular every single day. Here are stories from @RepShimkus, @PeterRoskam, @RepBost, @RepKinzinger, @RepHultgren, @RepLaHood → gop.gov/what-tax-reform-mean…
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JUST PASSED: My bill, the #SENSEAct, will continue the cleanup of waste coal piles, protecting the environment, saving jobs, & keeping #PA’s lights on. Thank you @HouseCommerce, @repgregwalden, @RepShimkus for your support & hardwork. #fightingforwesternpa nitter.gq/HouseFloor/status/9717…
10:45:08am #HR1119 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. bit.ly/HFloor