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  • Smith’s Statement on National Defense Authorization
    Dec 17, 2010 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), Incoming Ranking Member and current Chair of the Air and Land Forces subcommittee, made the following statement after House passage of the fiscal year 2011 National Defense Authorization Bill: “This legislation supports the men and women of our Armed Forces by ensurin... More
  • Smith Wins House Armed Services Top Post
    Dec 16, 2010 - Tonight, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement after being elected to serve as the next Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee: “It is an honor to be selected by my colleagues to represent them as the Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee in the... More
  • Smith Supports Strengthening New GI Bill
    Dec 16, 2010 - Today, with the strong support of Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), Congress passed the Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act (S.3447), which strengthens and expands educational benefits for our veterans, members of the National Guard and Reserves, and military families. “Ensuring... More
  • Smith Statement on Richard Holbrooke
    Dec 14, 2010 - I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ambassador Richard Holbrooke. Richard was a man of keen intellect who dedicated his life to making American stronger, safer and more respected. As a fearless and unwavering advocate for American principles and ideals, his presence on the world stage will be sor... More
  • Smith’s Bill to Support Tribal Business Sent to President
    Dec 14, 2010 - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation crafted by Congressman Adam Smith to support local tribes as they work to expand their business and create jobs. The bill (S. 2906), which will streamline the land leasing process and remove a significant bureaucratic burden for Washington ... More
  • Adam Supports Legislation to Support Medicare Physicians; Patients
    Dec 9, 2010 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement regarding his support for legislation that will fix a projected 25% cut in Medicare physician payments: “In order to prevent a 25 percent cut in Medicare physician payments next year and ensure patient stability, Congress passed a one-y... More
  • Statement in Observance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
    Dec 7, 2010 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in observance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: “Today, let us pause to remember those who lost their lives on this day in 1941, when American forces at Pearl Harbor were attacked. From the first wave of the attack our brave men and wome... More
  • Rep. Adam Smith Returns from Afghanistan
    Dec 2, 2010 - Congressman Adam Smith recently returned from leading a Congressional Delegation to Afghanistan. The delegation met with U.S. and Afghan officials, U.S. and NATO commanders, and U.S. military personnel to assess the political, civil and military developments on the ground. “I recently had the opport... More
  • Statement on Anniversary of Lakewood Police Officers Shooting
    Nov 29, 2010 - Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in reflection of the shooting which killed four Lakewood Police Officers a year ago: “One year ago today, four Lakewood Police Officers were the target of a heinous, senseless crime. As we reflect on this tragic day, let us honor... More
  • Smith Statement on North Korea’s Artillery Attack Against South Korea
    Nov 23, 2010 - Congressman Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces, released the following statement in response North Korea’s artillery attack on South Korea’s Yeonpyeong Island: “This reckless behavior displayed by North Korea is an unacceptable act of aggression agai... More
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