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.
Mr. Chairman, I thank my friend, the chairman of the Commerce, Justice, Science Subcommittee of the Appropriations Committee for yielding me time. I thank the chairman, also, and his staff, especially John Martens, Leslie Albright, and…
Mr. Chairman, my amendment takes direct, strong action to address America's weather forecasting shortcomings in order to reduce the loss of life and property from severe storms. The amendment I offer on behalf of myself; Science, Space…
Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Oklahoma (Mr. Bridenstine), who is the chairman of the Environment Subcommittee of the Science, Space, and Technology Committee.
Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Smith). The amendment was agreed to. Amendment Offered by Mr. Keating
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: Page 14, line 1, after the dollar amount, insert ``(reduced by $21,000,000) (increased by $21,000,000)''. Page…
Mr. Speaker, a recent poll shows that a great majority of the American people continue to oppose President Obama's immigration policies. The new Rasmussen Reports national survey found that 77 percent of likely voters view illegal…
The Smith-Cohen bill achieves the objective we seek while embodying basic principles of fairness for consumers.
Mr. Chairman, I yield 4 minutes to the gentleman from Oklahoma (Mr. Bridenstine), who is a member of the Science, Space, and Technology Committee and is also the chairman of the Environment Subcommittee.





