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- Health care vote could be make-or-break proposition for Himes
On the eve of arguably the most highly anticipated vote of his first term in office, one that will surely be dissected by his political opponents in an election year, Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., tipped his hand Friday that he will support a $940 billion health care expansion bill when it reaches the House floor.
The Stamford Advocate (03/19/10) more - Himes hits fitness circuit to tout effect of stimulus package
The Horseneck Lane facility received a $42,500 grant as part of the $787 billion economic stimulus package, which Himes, D-Conn., voted for in the House of Representatives last year. Himes is seeking re-election this year.
Without the federal cash, the club would have had to lay off at least one staff member as demand for its free services was spiking because of the downturn, according to Executive Director Bob DeAngelo.
Connecticut Post (03/09/10) more - Himes Reaches Out to War-Weary RepublicansGreenwich Citizen (12/14/07) more
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