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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.
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Washington will be postponed. Amendments En Bloc No. 2 Offered by Mr. McKeon…
I yield myself such time as I may consume. While I understand the importance of the Department of Defense's role in all this, there are other agencies that also have an important role. The National Resources Committee minority has…
I yield myself the balance of my time. There is no incentive for U.S. terrorists to come here. They are trying to attack us. But we capture them successfully, try them, and prosecute them. Abdulmutallab came here. He was captured. Yes, he…
Mr. Chairman, I yield 1\1/2\ minutes to the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Amash).
Mr. Chairman, I yield 1\1/2\ minutes to the gentleman from New York (Mr. Nadler).
Mr. Chairman, I offer an amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 405, after line 9, insert the following: SEC. 1040B. DISPOSITION OF COVERED PERSONS DETAINED IN THE…
Mr. Chairman, I appreciate the opportunity to speak. I think it is very straightforward. Certainly we should acknowledge and have this bit of information made available to us, and I don't oppose that. I just want to take the time to raise…
Mr. Chairman, I have a parliamentary inquiry. The ACTING CHAIR. The gentleman will state it.
Mr. Chairman, although I'm not in opposition, I rise to claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
I yield myself the balance of my time just to say I agree with the chairman. These are technical corrections that we have agreed to, and I urge support. I yield back the balance of my time. Mr. McKEON. Mr. Chairman, I ask our colleagues to…
Mr. Chairman, there are two very compelling reasons to oppose this amendment. First of all, this is, again, not recognizing the reality of sequestration and the defense budget. The way Congress seems to have reacted to the reality of the…
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