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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.
Mr. Speaker, the American people demand real change in Washington. From record deficit spending to the passage of a health care bill most Americans don't want, there is a serious disconnect between the congressional agenda and the desires…
I thank my colleague from Texas for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, as Congress weighs the question of Wall Street reform, the answer the American people want us to give is clear: ``No more bailouts.'' We should give that answer by passing…
Mr. Speaker, investigative journalists pursued alleged scandals involving former House majority leader Tom DeLay and former White House deputy chief of staff Karl Rove, even though neither was ever convicted of any wrongdoing. But today…
Madam Speaker, with the Democrats in control, millions of jobs have been lost. The main job creation has been in the Federal Government, not the private sector. The national debt has doubled and the national deficit has tripled. Taxes have…
Mr. Speaker, one day after the administration announced that President Obama would send National Guard troops to secure the border, the State Department announced that--surprise--the Guard troops would not be used to stop illegal…
Mr. Speaker, President Obama's approval rating hit a new low this week according to a Rasmussen public opinion poll. Just 42 percent of Americans approve of the President's job performance. By a margin of almost 2-1, more Americans…
Madam Speaker, The Washington Post Company is trying to sell Newsweek because the magazine is losing money, according to news reports. In response, The Weekly Standard wrote that ``not only has Newsweek suffered from its online…
Mr. Speaker, here are a few recent examples of the national media ignoring stories they don't like. Number one, Attorney General Eric Holder has criticized Arizona's new immigration enforcement law and may file suit against it. However…
Madam Speaker, I want to thank my friend and colleague from Wisconsin (Mr. Petri) for yielding me time. Madam Speaker, this resolution recognizes the University of Texas men's swimming and diving team for winning the NCAA Division I…
Mr. Speaker, when former President George W. Bush nominated John Roberts and Samuel Alito for the Supreme Court, the television networks repeatedly described them as ``conservative,'' and used terms such as ``bedrock conservative,''…
The gentleman is correct. I do not believe the Attorney General answered the questions on that particular subject. And while I was out of the room, I understand in response to a question asked by a Texas colleague that he admitted that he…
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