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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.
I oppose this amendment for several different reasons. First of all, it is not 100 percent clear what exactly constitutes funds to build or rebuild. This body did just approve, a month or so ago, a large package that included humanitarian…
This is actually an amendment that was defeated on a bipartisan vote in the House Armed Services Committee. There are no plans for the Department of Defense to participate in any resettlement process at this point. It is possible that it…
While I would not say at this point in particular Gaza is an ally of the U.S., as clearly they are not, I do not believe that Gaza is an enemy of the U.S., which is what is clearly being implied here. Yes, obviously, while I say there are…
I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from South Carolina will be postponed. Amendment No. 34 Offered by Mr. Crenshaw The Acting…
This amendment would effectively ban electric vehicles and ban any effort to use them. Now, I will certainly agree that we are a long way off from having all electrical vehicles, but that is not what we are debating here. We are debating…
The gentleman answered a question that I didn't ask. I don't doubt the need that you describe in those communities. The question that I asked was why are other communities' needs not as great, which is a more complicated question. Nor do I…
I urge support of the en bloc package, 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…
Let me focus on one argument of the sponsor of this amendment, who is basically saying that if we pass this bill, we are advocating the killing of Ukrainians. That is a uniquely demented way of looking at this war. Putin invades. Putin, as…
No, I am not. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Rogers) and the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Roy) each will control 20 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Alabama.
May I inquire as to how much time is remaining for the various Members. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. Bice). The gentleman from Washington has 5\1/2\ minutes remaining. The gentleman from Alabama has 4 minutes remaining. The gentleman from…
As I understand it, I could go second to last, but I am prepared to close at this point, as well. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Washington is correct.
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