May 14, 2015
I claim the time in opposition, though I am not opposed to it. The Acting Chair. Without objection, the gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
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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May 14, 2015
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 Alabama will be postponed. Amendment No. 15 Offered by Mrs. Walorski The Acting CHAIR. It is…
May 13, 2015
I yield myself an additional 2 minutes. Everything that we are doing on this bill and in the appropriations bills between now and October is--and I know the Republican plan is to hope the President just sort of changes his mind and signs…
May 13, 2015
It is not a matter of not supporting our troops. To say that the decision to oppose the defense bill is because you don't support the troops I hope the gentleman would agree is not where we are coming from.
May 13, 2015
I just want to respond briefly when basically it is called unconscionable to oppose something. Aside from being unbelievably arrogant, it is wrong to say that there is no reason whatsoever to vote against this bill. I mentioned earlier…
May 13, 2015
The only way to adequately fund our troops is to get rid of the Budget Control Act, so we can actually fund it under regular order with a normal amount of money that allows them to plan for over 5 years. Lastly, I am sorry, but the…
Mar 17, 2015
Mr. Smith has introduced legislation along with me that would require lethal assistance be provided to the Ukrainians
Mar 16, 2015
I hope that Congress will have the political will to eliminate sequestration entirely.
Mar 3, 2015
This afternoon, Tuesday, March 3, 2015, I was detained in a meeting and unable to be present for the first recorded vote of the day. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no'' on rollcall vote No. 108 (on the motion to table the Senate…
Mar 2, 2015
Our sense is, is that Iran's leadership has not made the decision to go all the way and acquire a nuclear weapon.
Mar 2, 2015
I believe it is critical that we do not validate Iran's standing in the region by allowing them to have threshold nuclear capability.
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