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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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Feb 1, 2023

When Mr. Rogers was the ranking member and I was the chairman, we worked incredibly well together.

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Feb 1, 2023

I want to congratulate Mike Rogers on his elevation to being chairman of this committee. It is a richly deserved honor.

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Feb 1, 2023

It is enormously important that we do that to exercise our oversight of the Department of Defense and meet our paramount duty as a body to defend and protect this country.

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Dec 8, 2022

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…

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Dec 8, 2022

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.

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Dec 8, 2022

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…

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Sep 28, 2022

We urge your member carriers to refrain from initiating stock buybacks when the prohibition ends on September 30, 2022.

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Jul 14, 2022

I have no speakers at this time on this amendment and I am prepared to close.

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Jul 14, 2022

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…

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Jul 14, 2022

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…

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Jul 13, 2022

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…

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Jul 13, 2022

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.

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