Lamar Smith

Dangerous policies have deadly consequences. We were reminded of this last week when a young woman in San Francisco, Kate Steinle, was tragically murdered by an illegal immigrant who should have been deported long ago. Unknown to many…

The government should be accountable to the people, and this committee will continue to demand answers about who is responsible for failing to keep Americans' sensitive information secure.

National defense in our digital age no longer just means protecting ourselves against enemies who attack with traditional weapons.

It is critical that we prevent further attacks on America's cyber systems.

This is a national security concern, as these breaches expose information about members of our military and employees of national security agencies.

It is important that the Science Committee conducts robust oversight of the NSF to ensure that the American people's tax dollars are used in the nation's best interest.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) plays an important part in ensuring that America remains on the cutting edge of science and a world leader in scientific research.

Data produced by the EPA show that the Clean Power Plan would eliminate less than one percent of global carbon emissions.

Heavy-handed regulations and arbitrary emission targets will do lasting damage to our economy, all for little environmental benefit.

The president's 'Power Plan' is nothing more than a 'Power Grab' to give the government more control over Americans' daily lives.

Driving the American economy over a cliff is not going to kick-start energy innovation.

The Clean Power Plan will have an even greater impact on those who live on fixed incomes, such as the elderly and the poor.

The costs far outweigh any minor environmental benefits.

The President's power plan is nothing more than a power grab to give the government more control over Americans' daily lives.

The EIA's analysis shows that the EPA's rule could cause significant damage to the economy, increasing electricity prices, causing job losses, and limiting economic growth long into the future.

These regulations stifle economic growth, destroy American jobs, and increase energy prices.

Higher energy prices will increase costs across the Nation from electricity to gasoline to food.

I do look forward, as do the others, to today's discussion on a new development in biology, which has been called 'a game changer,' 'revolutionary,' 'powerful,' and 'a major issue for all humanity.'

Most of the scientific community members have been clear: the science and ethics of this new technology must be resolved in order to prevent dangerous abuses and unintended consequences.

I would like to thank my friend and colleague from Missouri, Representative Graves, for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to recognize veteran, patriot, and Medal of Honor recipient Milton A. Lee today. Earlier this year, I…

We need to better understand the technology and procedures being used so that we can ensure patients are treated in the safest and most ethical manner possible.

The new discoveries in genetically engineering human DNA offer potential cures for devastating genetic disorders.

Technology enhances the capacity and safety of our roadways, railways, and other transportation systems.

The future of America's transportation systems depends on the effective development and use of new technologies.

If we focus on smart priorities, the investments we make today will improve the future of transportation.