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  • Jim Participates in Flag Day Ceremony with Darien VFW Post #6933Rep. Jim Himes was on hand Monday morning as Darien VFW Post #6933 retired a worn Stars and Stripes in observance of Flag Day.
    Darien Patch (06/14/10) more
  • Historic Cruise Safety Bill Passes SenateAn historic bill requiring tighter security and transparency on cruiseships was passed by the United States Senate last night after a five-year fight that began after George Smith of Greenwich went missing from his honeymoon cruise. The bill was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives in October.
    Greenwich Post (06/11/10) more
  • Starting Today, $250 Checks Sent to Seniors Who’ve Hit “Donut Hole”Senior citizens who have fallen into the Medicare Part D “donut hole” coverage gap will begin today to receive $250 checks to lower their prescription drug costs, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) has reminded constituents.
    The Ridgefield Press (06/10/10) more
  • Himes Pushes Pelosi to Cut SpendingAt a closed-door meeting with a small group of House Democrats late last month, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi heard gripes from members not happy about having to vote on a big spending measure at a time when many voters think government growth and deficits are out of control. 
    Politico (06/08/10) more
  • Himes Speaks at Bridgeport Memorial Day ParadeU.S. Rep. Jim Himes said the hardest thing he has done during his 17 months in office was saying goodbye to 700 National Guard members heading to Afghanistan during a ceremony at the State Armory.
    Bridgeport News (06/01/10) more
  • Democrats Confident About NovemberThough in 2008 Democrats flocked to the polls in record numbers, John Kalamarides, head of Wilton’s Democratic Town Committee, said the fact this fall’s election is mid-term should not affect his party’s chances.
    Wilton Bulletin (05/30/10) more
  • Himes Works to Make Government More Accountable and TransparentSaying Congress must take steps to restore people's confidence in their elected officials, U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, D-4, on Monday morning outlined measures that he said will "restore accountability and transparency" in government.
    Norwalk Hour (05/25/10) more
  • Progress on Financial ReformU.S. Rep Jim Himes, D-4, said Monday that he expects the reconciliation of the U.S. House and Senate bills governing financial regulation to proceed smoothly.
    The Norwalk Hour (05/25/10) more
  • Himes Creates a New Consumer Protection Web SiteU.S. Rep. Jim Himes launched a new consumer protection Web site as part of the 12th annual National Consumer Protection Week.
    Bridgeport News (05/22/10) more
  • GOP May Not Have The Advantage They Hoped For

    In the only House race that really mattered to both parties—the special election to replace the late Democratic Rep. John Murtha in Pennsylvania’s 12th District—Republicans failed spectacularly, losing on a level playing field where, in this favorable environment, they should have run roughshod over the opposition.

    Politico (05/19/10) more
  • Himes’ Fiscal Responsibility During Congressional Foreign TravelLast week the US House of Representatives changed the rules for how members of the House can use per diem money given to them for trips they take abroad.
    WSHU (NPR) (05/17/10) more
  • Himes Voices Concern About Petty Cash SystemThey don't call it petty cash for nothing.

    U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., found that out when he tried to return $400 in unspent petty cash from a December trip to Afghanistan he took with several fellow members of House Homeland Security Committee.
    Greenwich Time (05/17/10) more
  • Himes Speaks at Wilton Democratic Town Committee’s Annual Spring BreakfastRep. Jim Himes (D-4th) said when he first addressed the DTC at their breakfast in 2008, those in attendance likely asked themselves, “Who is this guy who thinks he can beat Chris Shays?”
    Wilton Bulletin (05/17/10) more
  • Himes Gets Party Nomination for Second TermEying what could be a tough re-election fight, U.S. Rep. Jim Himes accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for a second term Monday night and laid out his priorities for Congress beyond November.
    Darien Times (05/12/10) more
  • Himes Nominated by AcclamationDemocrat Jim Himes was nominated by acclamation Monday night to run for a second term as U.S. Congressman from the Fourth District.
    Fairfield Minuteman (05/12/10) more
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