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Chris Smith is a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New Jersey's 4th congressional district since 1981. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on a range of issues including human rights, foreign affairs, and health care. Smith has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving health services and advocating for the rights of individuals both domestically and internationally. His long-standing service in Congress has made him a prominent figure in New Jersey politics.
When Russia launched its brutal invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Matt and Deidre Gordon of New Jersey were in the final stage of adopting Bogdan and Galena, an orphaned brother and sister from Ukraine. The Gordons had been vetted…
I wish to underscore my strong support of H. Res. 837 introduced by Mr. Moylan, our colleague from Guam, on Reaffirming Ties Between the United States and the Philippines. It is both timely and critical, as we see the People's Liberation…
I congratulate Mrs. McIver, and I yield to the gentlewoman from New Jersey (Mrs. McIver). Mrs. McIVER. Mr. Speaker, Leader Jeffries, Congressman Pallone, my great colleagues in the New Jersey delegation, I am deeply humbled and honored…
My colleagues, especially from New Jersey, and I rise today to congratulate and welcome our newest colleague, LaMonica McIver, from New Jersey's 10th Congressional District. Mrs. McIver has served on the Newark City Council since 2018. She…
I thank the chair for her leadership on this important issue and so many other health issues that is making all the difference in the world. This bill would not be on the floor today without her leadership. I thank Chairwoman Cathy…
I am a proud cosponsor of Rep. Tiffany's H.R. 1425, No WHO pandemic Treaty Without Senate Approval Act. H.R. 1425 would ensure that any international instrument on pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response agreed to by the World…
My colleagues and I rise to convey our deepest sorrow on the passing of our longtime friend and colleague, 14-term New Jersey Congressman Bill Pascrell of the Ninth District in New Jersey. We offer our prayers and heartfelt condolences to…
I offer a privileged resolution and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 1427 Resolved, That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable William J. Pascrell…
I thank my good friend for yielding, and I thank him for his leadership, as well as the leadership of Mr. Meeks and, of course, Chairman McCaul. As the prime author of the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act, which I first introduced…
They are constitutionally, as you know, a neutral country. But they have been a member of the Partnership for Peace for 30 years.
Under the constant threat of Russian aggression, interference, and disinformation, and with the prospect of EU membership hanging in the balance, there is much at stake for our partners in Moldova and for the United States in a region that…
As President Sandu has stated herself, the defenders of Ukraine are not just defending Ukraine. They are defending Moldova and they are defending Europe.
The funds emanate from Russian-backed oligarchs, including Mr. Shor, who you mentioned in your opening statement.
Since Russia's full-scale invasion our FMF budget for Moldova has increased tenfold.
They are trying to undermine turnout by, again, spreading false information that somehow Moldova will be dragged into the war in Ukraine if Moldovans were to support the EU referendum.
Our goal with that assistance was to help Moldova break its decades-long dependence on Russia when it comes to the energy assistance.
We see very clear action by the Russians to undermine this upcoming election and the referendum.
It is the absolute critical node on their path to sovereignty, security, and sustained democracy.
They use social media and they also use programming on Russian-controlled television and Russian-controlled media that is broadcast from Russia.
I wish to add my voice of support for H.R. 7152, the Korean American Divided Families National Registry Act, introduced by Rep. Jennifer Wexton and Rep. Michelle Steel, good friends and colleagues of mine on the Congressional- Executive…
I first thank Mr. Lawler for his very, very passionate and articulate defense of our Jewish brethren. It was very, very moving, and I thank him for that. Mr. Speaker, 42 years ago, my first human rights trip as a Congressman was to the…
I offer a privileged resolution and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 1172 Resolved, That the House has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Donald M. Payne, Jr., a…
I rise, along with my colleagues, to convey our deepest sorrow on the passing of our good friend, six-term, New Jersey Congressman, Donald Payne, Jr. of the 10th Congressional District. We are grateful for his public service, and offer our…
I ask everyone to join us in a moment of silent prayer for our deceased colleague. ____________________
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