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Adam Smith is a U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th congressional district, serving since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on various legislative efforts, particularly in defense and foreign policy. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been involved in key discussions and initiatives related to national security and military funding, reflecting his commitment to these issues. He has also been an advocate for progressive policies within his district and has worked on legislation addressing economic and social challenges faced by his constituents.
I send to the desk a concurrent resolution and ask unanimous consent for its immediate consideration in the House. The Clerk read the title of the concurrent resolution. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Carter of Louisiana). Is there objection…
May I inquire as to how much time remains on each side. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Langevin). The gentleman from Washington State has 9\1/2\ minutes remaining. The gentleman from Alabama has 9 minutes remaining.
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 9 of rule XX, this 15- minute vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1512 will be followed by a 5-minute…
In closing, I urge all Members to support the defense bill. I appreciate the staff and everybody who worked on the effort. I recognize the Rules Committee staff, the Armed Services Committee staff, the floor staff, and the Parliamentarians…
I have no speakers at this time on this amendment and I am prepared to close.
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to section 3(s) of House Resolution 8, the yeas and nays are ordered. This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--yeas 329, nays…
I urge adoption of the en bloc amendments, and I yield back the balance of my time.
I have an amendment at the desk. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Strike section 1031. At the end of subtitle A of title X, insert the following: SEC. 10__. FUNDING…
I thank the gentlewoman for offering this amendment. I think it is incredibly important. Mr. Garamendi outlined it quite well. There was a process to go through at DOD to determine what the budget should be. Once that process is done, we…
I am prepared to close. I understand the gentleman has the right to ultimately close the debate, so I will reserve the balance of my time, unless he is prepared to close.
We have no further speakers, so I will urge adoption of the amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time.
I too urge adoption of the en bloc amendments and yield back the balance of my time.
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