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Lamar Smith: “Mr. Speaker, extending the expiring provisions of the Patriot Act will ensure that America's law enforcement officials…”

On the recordFebruary 8, 2011
Mr. Speaker, extending the expiring provisions of the Patriot Act will ensure that America's law enforcement officials and intelligence agents are equipped to identify terrorist threats and prevent terrorist acts. The Patriot Act is an effective tool in the war on terror. As terrorists show no signs of ending their plots, neither should our laws that stop them be allowed to sunset. This temporary extension will facilitate further review and reauthorization of these provisions. Mr. Speaker, this extension is supported by the Obama administration. I urge my colleagues to support this extension as well.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas
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Feb 8, 2011

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The speaker is advocating for the extension of the expiring provisions of the Patriot Act.

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