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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, first of all, I want to thank my friend from Wisconsin for yielding me time. I would also like to thank Chairman Oberstar and Ranking Member Petri for their hard work on this legislation. Mr. Speaker, I have one concern about…
Madam Speaker, the national media gave a sharply contrasting tale of two weekend rallies. A gathering of thousands opposing the administration's health care scheme drew overwhelmingly negative coverage. The Washington Post front page…
Mr. Speaker, by a 12-point margin, Americans say the Administration's health care plan is a ``bad idea,'' according to a new NBC News/Wall Street Journal survey. And the number of people who call the health plan a ``bad idea'' has reached…
Mr. Speaker, Republicans and Democrats agree on the need for health insurance to cover those who cannot afford it. But this legislation is the wrong way. The health care bill is built on the shifting sands of higher premiums, increased…
Madam Speaker, here is what the Associated Press has to say about the administration's health care plan: ``Buyers, beware. President Barack Obama says his health care overhaul will lower premiums by double digits, but check the fine…
Madam Speaker, I know many Democrats who love our country, who are dedicated public servants, and who are men and women of integrity. In the coming hours and days, I hope they will listen to their conscience, what they know in their heart…
Mr. Speaker, a true bipartisan health care bill would have included real lawsuit abuse reform that provides savings for the American people. The administration refuses to consider lawsuit abuse reform because they want to protect their…
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, S. 1147, the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking, or PACT, Act of 2009, is bipartisan legislation that will help Federal, State, and local law enforcement officials combat…
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 1141 honors the accomplishments of the Honorable Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court. Justice O'Connor was born in El…
Madam Speaker, here are 10 reasons why the administration's health bill makes no sense according to Investor's Business Daily. Number one, the people don't want it. In fact, the majority of Americans are opposed to it. Two, doctors don't…
Madam Speaker, yesterday, The New York Times, the Washington Post and the Los Angeles Times each featured a news story about President Obama's trip to Missouri to promote his health care plan. Combined, the three articles feature 16 quotes…
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