Member of Congress

John Shimkus

Role: Former Representative
State: IL
Party: Republican

Cosponsored legislation

H.Res. 1262 · 111th Congress

Expressing condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the victims of the fire at the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes, Washington.

Passed chamber resolutionStatus updated 2010-04-21

H.Res. 1033 · 111th Congress

Expressing support for designation of April 2010 as "National Autism Awareness Month" and supporting efforts to devote new resources to research into the causes and treatment of autism and to improve training and support for individuals with autism and those who care for individuals with autism.

Passed chamber resolutionStatus updated 2010-04-27

H.Con.Res. 241 · 111th Congress

Congratulating Silver Dollar City and Herschend Family Entertainment Company on the 50th anniversary of the opening of Silver Dollar City, a turn-of-the-century theme park that celebrates the spirit, ingenuity, and artistry of early America.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-02-25

H.R. 4940 · 111th Congress

Renewable Fuels Reinvestment Act

In committeeStatus updated 2010-03-25

H.Res. 992 · 111th Congress

Expressing the sense of the House that the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran should halt the widespread and brutal repression of the peaceful reformist protestors, opposition supporters, human rights defenders, students, and journalists following the disputed Iranian presidential election of June 12, 2009.

In committeeStatus updated 2009-12-16

H.R. 4862 · 111th Congress

To permit Members of Congress to administer the oath of allegiance to applicants for naturalization, and for other purposes.

Passed a chamberStatus updated 2010-09-15

H.Res. 1139 · 111th Congress

Honoring the life and accomplishments of Clare Boothe Luce and recognizing her leadership in the women's suffrage movement and the influence she continues to have today.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-03-04

H.Res. 1188 · 111th Congress

Ensuring an up or down vote on certain health care legislation.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-03-17

H.Res. 1089 · 111th Congress

Recognizing the 150th anniversary of Augustana College.

Passed chamber resolutionStatus updated 2010-03-17

H.Res. 1148 · 111th Congress

Expressing support for the mission and goals of the World Economic Forum.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-03-09

H.R. 4829 · 111th Congress

Next Generation 9-1-1 Preservation Act of 2010

In committeeStatus updated 2010-03-11

H.Res. 1143 · 111th Congress

Commending the Community of Democracies for its achievements since it was founded in 2000.

Passed chamber resolutionStatus updated 2010-05-12

H.R. 4038 · 111th Congress

Common Sense Health Care Reform and Affordability Act

In committeeStatus updated 2009-11-06

H.J.Res. 77 · 111th Congress

Disapproving a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the endangerment finding and the cause or contribute findings for greenhouse gases under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-03-02

H.R. 4639 · 111th Congress

Corporal Dustin Lee Memorial Act

In committeeStatus updated 2010-02-22

H.R. 4603 · 111th Congress

Haitian Orphan Placement Effort Act

In committeeStatus updated 2010-02-04

H.R. 1188 · 111th Congress

Access to Emergency Medical Services Act of 2009

In committeeStatus updated 2009-02-25

H.Res. 1080 · 111th Congress

Congratulating the New Orleans Saints upon their winning Super Bowl XLIV.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-02-09

H.Res. 1048 · 111th Congress

Commending the efforts and honoring the work of the men and women of USNS Comfort and the United States Navy in the immediate response to those affected by the earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010.

Passed chamber resolutionStatus updated 2010-02-23

H.R. 1079 · 111th Congress

Pulmonary Fibrosis Research Enhancement Act

In committeeStatus updated 2009-02-13

H.R. 734 · 111th Congress

Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act of 2009

In committeeStatus updated 2009-01-28

H.R. 4556 · 111th Congress

To prohibit the use of Department of Justice funds for the prosecution in Article III courts of the United States of individuals involved in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-02-02

H.Con.Res. 232 · 111th Congress

Expressing the sense of Congress that a site in Arlington National Cemetery should be provided for a memorial marker to honor the memory of the 14 members of the Army's 24th Infantry Division who have received the Medal of Honor.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-01-26

H.Con.Res. 231 · 111th Congress

Expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued to honor the life of Elijah Parish Lovejoy.

In committeeStatus updated 2010-01-26

H.Res. 1004 · 111th Congress

Congratulating the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for its 150 years of commitment to advancing science and improving health.

Passed chamber resolutionStatus updated 2010-01-19