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Lamar Smith

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Lamar Smith is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 21st congressional district from 1987 to 2019. During his tenure, he served as the chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where he focused on issues related to science policy, technology, and innovation. Smith was known for his advocacy of scientific research and development, as well as his support for policies aimed at promoting economic growth through technological advancements.

Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to my friend from Virginia (Mr. Goodlatte), who is the vice-ranking member of the Judiciary Committee.

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Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, this 15- minute vote on the motion offered by the gentleman from Michigan will be followed by a…

Congressional Record · 2010-12-08
Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I oppose this bill. The DREAM Act is a nightmare for the American people. It insults American workers, American taxpayers, and anyone who believes in the rule of law. How…

Congressional Record · 2010-12-08
Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Iowa (Mr. King), the ranking member of the Immigration Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee.

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Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself 15 seconds. Mr. Speaker, the gentleman who just spoke has a good point. We need to have compassion, but our compassion should be reserved for American workers, and we should put the interests of American workers…

Congressional Record · 2010-12-08
Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, may I ask how much time remains on each side? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Texas controls 10 minutes, and the gentleman from Michigan controls 15 minutes.

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Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, 1 month ago the American people told Congress to change course, to put the American people first, to generate jobs, and to strengthen the economy. Unfortunately, it seems…

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Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from California (Mr. Daniel E. Lungren), a senior member of the Judiciary Committee and a former Attorney General of California.

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Dec 8, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Utah (Mr. Chaffetz), who is a member of the Judiciary Committee. {time} 1950

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