An Energy Policy That Makes Us Economically Stronger and More Secure

As countries around the world race to find alternatives to fossil fuels, we must ensure that America reasserts a leading role in creating a safe and secure clean energy future.

Creating Jobs and Restoring the Economy

When I took office, we faced the steepest and deepest economic downturn in a generation, one that’s affected virtually every household in every community.

Education – Our Nation’s Future

The future of our prosperity depends fundamentally on the quality of the education that we provide to our children.

Fiscal Responsibility

I believe that we must restore sanity and discipline to government spending — and stop burdening our children with a mountain of debt. We must ensure that every dime we spend generates a real return, and that our government lives within its means.

Getting from Here to There: A long-term vision for transportation in Southwest Connecticut

As someone who commuted to work in New York City from our district for years and, now, who travels back and forth to Washington on a weekly basis, I have an intimate understanding of the impact that transportation has on our daily lives. 

Health Care That Delivers More and Lowers Costs



The comprehensive health care reform signed into law this year, while not perfect, is a huge and necessary step forward for our nation.

Jim Himes: A Proud Advocate for Women

Jim Himes has established himself as a proud advocate for women's rights. He supported Health Care Reform, fights against violations of women’s reproductive rights, and has helped pass legislation to guarantee equal pay and economic opportunities for woman. Jim is endorsed by Planned Parenthood and NARAL Pro-Choice Connecticut.

Keeping Our Cities and Towns Safe and Secure

The first and most important function of government is to keep citizens safe. We paid a huge price for lack of vigilance on 9/11.

Keeping Our Promise to Veterans and Their Families

Perhaps the most meaningful thing I have done as a Congressman was to join other Connecticut leaders to say goodbye to 700 Connecticut National Guardsmen deploying to Afghanistan.

LGBT

Every person is entitled to respect, dignity, and equality under the law.

Preserving the Planet for Future Generations

As the father of two young girls, I think every day about the kind of planet we will leave for future generations. 

Protecting Seniors & Workers’ Retirement

We owe a debt of gratitude to the generations that fought for, invested in, and built the country we have been so fortunate to inherit.

Wall Street Reform: Smart, Efficient, Modern Regulation

The financial crisis that brought our economy to its knees, erased millions of jobs, endangered homeowners, and wiped out savings simply did not have to happen.