But, also, before I even go on the Medicare prescription drug debate, I always tell the folks in rural Illinois, and I represent 30 counties south of Springfield down to Indiana and Kentucky, that in this bill is the best rural package for hospitals ever passed.
John Shimkus Quotes
Sometimes in this whole Medicare prescription drug debate, we focus on the prescription drug benefit, and I am glad we do because it is the first time we have ever offered real help to seniors, especially the poor, those in need.
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| Birth: | 21st February, 1958 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Politician |
About
John Mondy Shimkus was born in Collinsville, Illinois, USA. He is an American Republican politician. He is the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 15th congressional district. He has served in the House since 1997. He earned a BS degree in General Engineering from the US Military Academy, West Point in 1980. He earned an MBA degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in 1997. He was elected as Madison County treasurer - the first Republican elected to a countywide post in 10 years. He married Karen Muth in 1987. They have three sons.
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