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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.
Madam Chair, 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 California will be postponed. Amendment No. 19 Offered by Mr. Carson of Indiana…
I yield the remainder of my time to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews).
Madam Chair, I yield myself the remainder of my time. I find that last argument interesting to say that they move around a lot. I think that is very true. I think they do, and that is a challenge. And they don't have time to make all of…
I yield myself such time as I may consume. I rise in opposition to this amendment for a couple of reasons. First of all, I'm curious about the ``we're not actually going to fund it out of DOD, we will fund the money somewhere else in…
Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Washington is recognized for 5 minutes.
Madam Chair, just to close, I agree with the gentleman's remarks. Let me just say if I thought that there was the tiniest little bit possibility that this amendment would prevent the type of tragedy that happened at Fort Hood, I would…
Madam Chair, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews). (Mr. ANDREWS asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
I do rise to oppose this amendment. I am very sympathetic to the direction that the sponsor is headed--the notion that we need to make sure that if people see something that is a threat to them, or the service, or to our national interests…
I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes.
I have no further requests for time, and I yield back the balance of my time. Mr. McKEON. I have no further requests for time, I encourage the acceptance of the amendments en bloc, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR…
I have no further requests for time, and I yield back the balance of my time. Mr. McKEON. Mr. Chairman, I encourage Members to support this en bloc amendment. It will make the bill stronger.
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