John Shimkus

Many of us just came out of a meeting with the President, and after the meeting he was asked about this issue. He is conflicted. It is a difficult decision on stem cell research. He is not polling. I reject any argument that that has been…

I just want to highlight the bipartisan aspect of the resolution: 25 Republicans, 15 Democrats. I want to also mention the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Kucinich), who is the co-chair of the House Baltic Caucus highlighting that point. And just…

If I may just add, the relationship has only been strengthened in Lithuania, especially with the Kaliningrad area in that there is normal everyday discussions of transportation of goods and material to the enclave there in Kaliningrad, and…

The decision rendered by the EPA today on the California waiver request was a major victory for a couple of reasons. One, it is just a simple great victory for clean air. The Clean Air Act that was enacted into law in 1992 has had a…

Due to the cancellation of my flight, I missed the vote last night on H.R. 2, the Social Security and Medicare Lock-box Act of 2001. Had I been here, I would have voted in favor of the bill. This legislation signifies our commitment to…

At 22 years old, a young man, a loving husband, with yet an unborn child, was called to serve the United States Government in the Army. He served 21 months active duty, 11 months in Korea. During that time in Korea, his first son was born…

I would like to express my gratitude to Shipman Elevator Company for producing agriculture products that are environmentally respected.

They also routinely conduct training and education classes for all of their employees to ensure the completion of environmental and efficiency goals.

Shipman Elevator Company has taken pro-active steps to ensure that their operations are safe and environmentally sound.

I would like to thank Ralph Hettick for being a true example of what a great citizen can do for our country.

Ralph's patriotism is evident in his constant urging for children to respect the flag and our country.

His commitment to the country is demonstrated by his service in the infantry during World War II as well as his continued patriotism.

I rise before you today to express my heartfelt gratitude and admiration for Ralph Hettick.

It came as a pleasant surprise.

Last year, the 1866 Fulkerson Mansion was placed on the National Register of Historic places and a brief dedication was held during which the new National Register plaque was unveiled.

His grandson died battling the Germans in World War II, and his grandson died in Vietnam.

I am very pleased to see our community coming together to remember our veterans and take pride in our local heritage.

The owners of the farm say it was a natural place for the celebration because the original owner of the farm, Col. William Fulkerson, fought for the Confederacy in the Civil War.

I would like to take this time to commemorate the historic Hazel Dell farm.

The efforts they are making will last for generations to come.

I want to commend Connie and Randy as well as Jim Simpson, Dave Weese, Bob Teel, Ben Booth and all the other volunteers involved in this worthwhile effort.

Today, it serves perhaps an even more important role as a reminder of the way things used to be.

Prairie Mills was built by Henry R. Emminga in 1872. It operated for 60 years and served as a key component of Golden and the surrounding area.

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Connie Loudermilk and the Golden, Illinois Historical Society for their efforts to preserve Prairie Mills in Golden.

I would like to personally congratulate the Retired Senior Volunteers Program on their upcoming 25th anniversary.