Former Rep. Henry Hyde dies at the age of 83 . The former congressman from Illinois was known for his work on health care and other issues in Congress. Illinois Republican served as House Judiciary chairman from 1995 to 2001 . WASHINGTON ( CNN ) -- President Bush awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom in November .
Former Rep. Henry Hyde dies at the age of 83 . The former congressman from Illinois was known for his work on health care and other issues in Congress. Illinois Republican served as House Judiciary chairman from 1995 to 2001 . President Bush awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom in November .