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Adrian Michael Smith is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Nebraska's 3rd congressional district since January 4, 2007. A member of the Republican Party, Smith has focused on issues such as agriculture, energy, and economic development during his time in office. He has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at supporting rural communities and promoting job growth in Nebraska. Smith has also served on several committees, including the House Ways and Means Committee, which plays a key role in shaping tax and economic policy.
I am happy to stand before you today as we consider H.R. 5452, the Native American Health Savings Improvement Act, a bipartisan bill that makes a commonsense improvement to current rules surrounding health savings accounts and those who…
I would add that my amendment actually reduces the regulation and ensures that our men and women in uniform have adequate choices at the table, at the cafeteria, wherever they might choose to eat. This does not prohibit anything. This just…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), add the following new section: Sec. __. None of the funds…
I would just add that the U.S. Coast Guard, although not contained in this bill, has already engaged in an agenda to remove meat from some of the menus on certain days of the week within that branch. I want to ensure that our men and women…
On rollcall No. 285, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Simpson). The question is on the resolution. The question was taken; and the Speaker pro tempore announced that…
More than 650 counties, largely in rural areas, are projected to be covered by only one health insurance provider in 2017.
My bill would exempt taxpayers from the individual mandate if they would lose health coverage because of the failure of the co-ops in their local area.
On rollcall No. 182, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea.''
I would hope that we can empower providers to care for their patients without the government getting in the way or messing things up.
We are at a crossroads with our tax system. Our Tax Code is outdated, overly complicated, and the IRS has proven that it, in and of itself, is in need of serious reform. Here is an opportunity for us to work together. From the opening…
I want to point out that most folks in this room today and right now understand that there is an effort underway to pursue tax reform, to make our Tax Code simpler, easier to enforce, and to actually prevent the need to even pass…
Well, I don't have the actual definition at the top of my mind. But, clearly, the IRS has chosen priorities--some over others--that I think----
I don't want innocent people to be hurt. And with what has taken place at the IRS, I would hope all of us would agree it is unacceptable.
I rise during National Agriculture Week to recognize the tireless work of our farmers, ranchers, and producers. I am proud to represent Nebraska's Third District, the number one agriculture district in the Nation. As the world's population…
On rollcall No. 84, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea.''
On rollcall No. 58, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay.'' Personal Explanation
I thank Mr. Gibbs and certainly the entire committee, Chairman Shuster and others, for their work on this issue. I rise today in strong support of this legislation. I certainly appreciate clean water. However, the EPA's waters of the U.S…
I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of this rule and, certainly, the underlying legislation. Despite abundantly clear congressional intent to limit Federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act to only…
I appreciate this opportunity to certainly stand in support of our Second Amendment. This is an issue that has obviously been around for some time. With the recent very violent events that have stricken various communities around our…
I thank the chairman for his efforts on better tax policy. The U.S. Congress owes the American people better tax policy than we currently have. We currently have so many temporary provisions that so many Americans are wondering and trying…
I stand in strong support of the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015. This legislation will update and streamline our country's Customs and Border policies to facilitate trade and enhance U.S. competitiveness. Included in…
I have asked several questions of the department, of HHS. I spoke and wrote to Secretary Burwell, and actually I am awaiting more answers, certainly more solid answers.
I have followed up numerous times with various obviously questions and just concerns about taxpayer dollars.
I would really appreciate that because it appeared then that Tennessee then requested a suspension of enrollment and that was granted.
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