May 25, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. This amendment has to do with whether or not to try anyone in Guantanamo or any non-U.S. citizen captured abroad going forward in Article 3 courts in the United States. The…
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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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May 25, 2011
I have an amendment at the desk. Mr. McKEON. I ask unanimous consent that the debate time for consideration of amendment No. 42 be expanded by 10 minutes and that such time shall be equally divided and controlled by the gentleman from…
May 25, 2011
Mr. Chair, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews). (Mr. ANDREWS asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
May 25, 2011
I just want to express my support for the amendment. Certainly, border security continues to be a challenge and a priority. The National Guard troops are helping. Now, in a bipartisan way, there is agreement on that, so I support Mr…
May 25, 2011
I rise to claim time in opposition, although I am not in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
May 25, 2011
I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition for a very simple reason. As the gentleman said in his opening remarks in favor of the amendment, he does not wish to micromanage what goes on in the field. I think…
May 25, 2011
I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Washington is recognized for 5 minutes.
May 25, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I rise in support of this amendment. I think it is a very reasonable request. I think making sure that minority-and women-owned businesses are protected is an important part of building a strong economy and a strong country…
May 25, 2011
Mr. Chairman, this may not be the best way to get at this problem, but this is a problem. There is nothing wrong with competition, but what's happening right now with a lot of DOD contracts is not competition. The DOD has gone in, in a…
May 25, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I support the amendment. I have no speakers at this time; so I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McKEON. Mr. Chairman, I yield 2 minutes to my friend and colleague, the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Garrett).
May 25, 2011
I will begin by yielding 2 minutes to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews). (Mr. ANDREWS asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
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