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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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Jun 15, 2025

The whole idea — doing it on Trump's birthday ... we don't do this in America.

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Jun 12, 2025

Speaking on behalf of the American people, I don't think the American people voted for President Trump because they were hoping we would invade Greenland.

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Mar 27, 2025

Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 83. personal explanation

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Jan 9, 2025

Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 7. ____________________

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Dec 18, 2024

I thank Chairman Green, Mr. Graves, and all the people that have been involved in this process. It is, as has been described, a very commonsense fix that really affects a lot of blue-collar workers. If you work in a job that takes you into…

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Dec 11, 2024

I am prepared to close at this time, and I reserve the balance of my time.

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Nov 21, 2024

Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 477 and YEA on Roll Call No. 478.

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Sep 18, 2024

During Roll Call Vote number 429 on H.R. 7909, I mistakenly recorded my vote as YEA when I should have voted NAY. ____________________

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Jun 14, 2024

I urge adoption of the amendments en bloc, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendments en bloc offered by the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Rogers). The en bloc amendments were agreed to…

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Jun 14, 2024

I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 217, noes 199, not voting 15, as follows: [Roll No. 279] AYES--217…

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Jun 13, 2024

May I inquire as to the time remaining. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman has 2\3/4\ minutes remaining.

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Jun 13, 2024

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 Montana will be postponed. Amendment No. 53 Offered by Mr. Norman The Acting CHAIR. It is…

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