Press Releases
  • Smith Statement on T-Mobile, MetroPCS Deal
    Oct 4, 2012 - House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement on the proposed T-Mobile, MetroPCS merger: "The proposed merger between T-Mobile and MetroPCS has the potential to improve competition in the wireless marketplace, secure many middle-class and high-tech... More
  • Smith Statement on the Pennsylvania Voter ID Ruling
    Oct 3, 2012 - House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement on the Pennsylvania court ruling on Voter ID law: “I support the recent Pennsylvania court ruling to postpone the implementation of a state law requiring strict voter identification to participate in No... More
  • Smith Statement on the Anniversary of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Repeal
    Sep 20, 2012 - House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement on the one-year anniversary of the repeal of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy: “One year ago, President Obama officially repealed the discriminatory “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy, allowing lesbian, g... More
  • Smith Statement on Jason Puracal Returning Home to the United States
    Sep 19, 2012 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) issued the following statement in response to Jason Puracal being released from prison in Nicaragua and returning home to the United States : The hard work Jason Puracal’s family put in every day to secure his release has finally paid off. After nearly 2 years behind b... More
  • CONGRESSMAN ADAM SMITH EXPRESSES SUPPORT FOR ACTION AGAINST CHINA’S EXPORT SUBSIDIES AT WTO
    Sep 18, 2012 - WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) issued the following statement in response to the Obama Administration’s launch of enforcement action against China at the World Trade Organization for illegally subsidizing exports for their auto and auto-parts manufacturers: “I was pleased to see tod... More
  • Smith Recognizes African Immigrant Health and Heritage Month
    Sep 18, 2012 - WASHINGTON, DC- Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) today made the following statement recognizing African Immigrant Health and Heritage Month. This year, the theme for African Immigrant Health and Heritage Month honors those African immigrants who have served in our Armed Forces: “I am proud that Govern... More
  • Smith Statement on Appeals Court Decision to Order Jason Puracal's Release
    Sep 12, 2012 - Tonight, I was thrilled to hear Jason will be released. The Granada appeals court has annulled Jason’s case and ordered his release. For too long, Jason has been languishing behind bars as the result of a flawed conviction. I am extremely pleased to hear that the situation will soon be rectified whe... More
  • Smith Statement on Anniversary of September 11th
    Sep 11, 2012 - House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith made the following statement in observance of the 11th anniversary of the September 11th attack: “Today marks the 11th anniversary of the September 11th attacks on the United States. As we reflect on this tragic day in our history, my thoughts... More
  • Smith Statement on Jason Puracal Appeal Hearing
    Aug 16, 2012 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) made the following statement on Jason Puracal's appeal hearing that began today in Nicaragua,: “In August 2011, American citizen Jason Puracal was convicted of drug trafficking, money laundering, and organized crime. I am deeply concerned about the clear flaws in the p... More
  • $5.7 Million Secured for Freedom Bridge Overpass
    Aug 7, 2012 - Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta and the Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) has announced the approval of a $5.7 million grant for the City of Lakewood to improve the Freedom Bridge overpass near the Madigan Army Medical Center Gate to alleviate congestion and improve public safety along the Be... More
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