Sep 22, 2021
I too urge support of the amendments en bloc, and I yield back the balance of my time.
Adam Smith
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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.
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Sep 22, 2021
We spent money in a very imprudent way. We have got to instill discipline at the Pentagon so we get value for the dollars that we spend. Simply giving them another $25 billion does not do that, and $753 billion is enough. It is even better…
Sep 22, 2021
First of all, I want to get the numbers clear here. The budget proposed by President Biden was $753 billion, and by supporting this amendment, we support President Biden's budget of $753 billion, which was a $12 billion increase over last…
Sep 21, 2021
At this time, I have no further speakers, and I reserve the balance of my time.
Jan 21, 2021
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. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--yeas 326, nays 78, not voting 27, as…
Dec 28, 2020
For the purpose of debate only, I yield the customary 30 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Thornberry), the ranking member of the committee, pending which I yield myself such time as I may consume. General Leave
Dec 8, 2020
I am pleased to yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from New York (Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney).
Dec 8, 2020
I am pleased to yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Hoyer), the distinguished majority leader of the House.
Jul 21, 2020
I reserve a point of order against the motion to recommit. The SPEAKER pro tempore. A point of order is reserved. The Clerk will report the motion to recommit. The Clerk read as follows: Mr. Green of Tennessee moves to recommit the bill…
Jul 21, 2020
Legislatively, this is a terrible idea, to introduce a 13-page sanctions bill at the last possible second and expect us to vote on it without knowing the true impacts of it. I absolutely agree that we should have tools to hold the Chinese…
Jul 21, 2020
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to section 3 of House Resolution 965, the yeas and nays are ordered. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--yeas 295, nays 125, not voting 10, as…
Jul 20, 2020
I am pleased to yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from Minnesota (Ms. Craig).
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