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December 14, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Sandy Hook

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, Today marks the 13th anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary shooting which tragically claimed the lives of 20 first graders and six teachers. This is a difficult day for everyone in Connecticut, especially the families and friends whose liv…

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December 12, 2025 at 5:14 PM

National Defense Authorization Act

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, I know many of you are as frustrated as I am by the gridlock in Congress this year, so I wanted to take a moment to share some good news. This week, we passed the National Defense Authorization Act, an annual piece of legislation that advanc…

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December 9, 2025 at 4:47 PM

The President thinks affordability is a "Democratic Scam"

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November 24, 2025 at 10:33 PM

Before we sit down for Thanksgiving

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November 12, 2025 at 10:47 PM

Upcoming Town Hall: Trumbull

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, Hearing directly from my constituents about the issues that matter most to them strengthens my advocacy in Washington and makes me a better Congressman. That's why I want to hear directly from you at my upcoming constituent town hall in Trum…

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November 11, 2025 at 2:16 PM

This Veterans Day is different

Friend, On a normal Veteran’s Day, I send out a note that celebrates the brave men and women who served our country. In a busy and fast-moving world, it’s important to stop what we’re doing and say thanks for the tremendous sacrifices that veterans and their families have made.  But today, saying t…

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November 10, 2025 at 9:31 PM

SNAP: Where Things Stand

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, Our government’s most fundamental responsibility is to protect its citizens. Yet, amid the longest shutdown in United States history, the Trump administration is working overtime to withhold food stamps and ensure that vulnerable Americans go…

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November 10, 2025 at 5:15 PM

This month's paycheck

Friend, Mr. Rogers used to say that when something was wrong in the world, his mother taught him to look for the helpers. Time and time again, wherever there was suffering, there were also people who showed up to help.  This government shutdown is now the longest in our history, and President Trump…

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November 1, 2025 at 8:45 PM

A Hungrier America

Friend,  Today, 360,000 people across Connecticut could lose access to food assistance due to President Trump’s shutdown. Let’s be clear about what is happening – the President is starving American families in order to score political points. It's among the most callous policy choices I’ve seen dur…

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October 31, 2025 at 7:16 PM

Open Enrollment Resources

News from Representative Himes Dear Friends, Last week, Access Health CT – our health insurance marketplace – sent out notices that many policyholders will see their monthly health insurance premiums rise in January 2026. The increase in rates is partly due to the expiration of enhance…

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October 25, 2025 at 5:15 PM

Do you have a plan to vote?

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October 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM

Should Speaker Johnson Reconvene Congress?

News from Representative Himes Dear Friends, We are now on day 21 of the federal government shutdown. This disruption to critical services has created unacceptable uncertainty and anxiety for many in our community. Democrats are ready to work on a bipartisan solution to reopen the gove…

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October 19, 2025 at 11:14 PM

No kings in America

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October 14, 2025 at 8:28 PM

Tonight! Shutdown Telephone Town Hall

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, I’ll be hosting a telephone town hall tonight to provide you with an update on what the federal government shutdown means for the services you and your loved ones rely upon. If you weren’t able to register for the event ahead of time, that’s …

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October 10, 2025 at 8:47 PM

Shutdown Telephone Town Hall

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, As the federal government shutdown stretches into its third week, I want to provide you with an update on what this funding lapse means for the services you and your loved ones rely upon. Join me for a telephone town hall from 5:00pm - 6:00pm…

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October 9, 2025 at 2:26 PM

If federal workers don’t get paid, Congress shouldn’t either

Friend, I wish that I had better news to report. Republicans are still refusing to negotiate with Democrats, protect access to health care, and reopen the government.   That means federal employees across the country are working without pay as you read this email. Air traffic controllers, TSA agent…

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October 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM

Government Shutdown: What To Expect

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, As of midnight last night, the federal government shut down due to a lack of funding. As budget negotiations continue, I wanted to share a few ways the shutdown might affect you and your family. For more detailed information, please visit my…

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September 30, 2025 at 9:56 PM

Shutdown Explained

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, Our government will run out of funding at midnight tonight unless Republicans decide to work with Democrats to reach a deal. A shutdown would have wide-reaching repercussions, including freezing pay for servicemembers, federal employees, TSA …

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September 30, 2025 at 12:29 AM

Thoughts on the shutdown

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September 27, 2025 at 5:40 PM

This is our first chance

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September 26, 2025 at 5:22 PM

Wednesday in Norwalk

News from Representative Himes Dear Friend, On Wednesday, State Treasurer Erick Russell and I hosted a community conversation in Norwalk where we discussed Connecticut’s economic outlook and the federal budget. I wanted to share a few takeaways for those who were not able to join.  C…

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September 19, 2025 at 4:38 PM

Undermining disaster response

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