News List
  • Smith attends Aviation High School groundbreaking
    Aug 23, 2011 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement about the groundbreaking of the new Raisbeck Aviation High School in Seattle, due to open in 2013: “I am pleased to participate in the groundbreaking ceremony for this promising ins... More
  • HASC: Giffords Energy Security Act Introduced by Ranking Member Adam Smith
    Jun 21, 2011 - The United States Military relies heavily on fossil fuels to operate and execute its missions, creating a vulnerability that our enemies are keenly aware of. In fact, Osama Bin Laden once said, "[Oil] is the umbilical cord and lifeline of the crusader community… Focus your operations on oil, especia... More
  • Smith: Lewis-McChord chosen as pilot site for Army’s “Net Zero” sustainability project
    Apr 20, 2011 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on the Army’s announcement that Joint Base Lewis-McChord has been selected to be a Net Zero pilot installation for water consumption and waste production: “Today’s announcement confi... More
  • Smith’s Statement on The American Clean Energy and Security Act
    Jun 26, 2009 - Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement on House passage of H.R. 2454, The American Clean Energy and Security Act: “Our nation’s current energy policy is outdated, inefficient and relies far too much on foreign oil. This undermines our national security and leaves us at the me... More
  • Smith’s Statement in Recognition of Earth Day
    Apr 22, 2009 - Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) made the following statement in honor of Earth Day: “Today we recognize not only the 39th annual celebration of Earth Day, but also a unique moment in our country’s history to make significant changes to the way we treat the environment. Over the last few years we have ... More
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