At a glance · the same questions, over time, in their own words
How should immigration detention be conducted? Nov 30, 2016 “I am extremely disappointed by this announcement, as this policy will continue the status quo of systemic problems in our immigration detention system that we know must be fixed.” Oct 16, 2017 “We must fix the injustices in our broken immigration detention system,” Dec 03, 2025 “We are witnessing appalling conditions for immigration detention and a clear disregard for basic human rights,”
How should military force be used domestically? Aug 27, 2017 “Providing these weapons can pose risks to our communities, undermine civil liberties, and improperly blur the line between military and civil authority.” Jun 10, 2025 “The federalization and deployment of the California National Guard over the objections of state and local officials in California risks dangerous escalation of the situation in Los Angeles County.” Aug 12, 2025 “there are ways to address it without involving the Department of Defense -- that is a huge step towards an autocratic government.”
How should communities respond to nonviolent 911 calls? Nov 17, 2020 “It's abundantly clear that we need to fundamentally reimagine what law enforcement looks like in our country,” Mar 11, 2021 “It's abundantly clear that we need to fundamentally reimagine public safety and what law enforcement looks like in our country,” Jul 31, 2025 “I visited the Tukwila Fire Station 52 yesterday to meet with local fire department leaders to learn their innovative crisis response programs and discuss support for community-based emergency response.”
How should the country respond to mass shootings? Jan 15, 2013 “America is facing an epidemic of gun violence. We need to find a comprehensive approach that improves access to mental health services, closes loopholes in background check requirements, and bans military-style and excessively violent assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.” ⋮ 2 more in between — show Jul 27, 2026 “Yesterday, a gunman opened fire at the Seattle Center, taking the lives of three people and injuring many others.”
Police reform legislation — in order Jun 16, 2020 Statement calling Trump's executive order on policing a weak approach lacking mandated steps to enhance accountability for police misconduct. Jun 25, 2020 Statement after House passage of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, addressing police brutality and racial injustice. Mar 03, 2021 Statement on voting to pass the reintroduced George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, addressing systemic racism and police brutality. May 16, 2023 Voted NO on H.Res. 398, the rule for considering the POLICE Act and related law-enforcement bills. May 17, 2023 Voted NO on H.R. 2494, passage of the POLICE Act.
Response to the January 6 Capitol attack — in order Jan 06, 2021 Statement on the Capitol events calling the assault "a criminal act aimed at ending our democracy." Jan 13, 2021 Voted YES on H.Res. 41, the rule for considering the resolution impeaching Trump. Jan 13, 2021 Voted YES on H.Res. 24, impeaching Trump for high crimes and misdemeanors. Mar 17, 2021 Voted YES on H.R. 1085, awarding congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police. Jan 06, 2022 Statement on the one-year anniversary of the Capitol attack, remembering Capitol police officers affected by it.
Immigration enforcement (ICE) policy — in order Jun 23, 2014 Letter with 43 House Democrats urging DHS to review and halt current-form immigration detainer practices. Feb 16, 2017 Statement with Washington Democrats questioning ICE enforcement priorities and practices toward immigrants under a public-safety executive order. Dec 14, 2018 Became original cosponsor of legislation to convene a commission on humane immigration enforcement, including terminating ICE in its current form. Jan 17, 2024 Voted NO on H.Res. 957, a resolution denouncing the administration's border policies. Dec 03, 2025 Introduced the Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act to set oversight guardrails on immigration detention conditions.
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Smith Announces Federal Grants For Federal Way Police And Fire 3 statements
On August 21, 2002, Smith announced that the City of Federal Way was awarded a $138,900 Department of Justice grant to purchase department computers, mobile computing units, computer-aided dispatch systems, and automated booking and fingerprint identification systems for its police department.1
He said the equipment would streamline administrative and clerical duties for law enforcement officers, giving them more time to patrol local streets and neighborhoods.1
On August 22, 2002, Smith announced that Federal Way was awarded a $475,950 grant from FEMA and the United States Fire Administration to purchase new lifesaving equipment and provide additional firefighter training.1
“This grant will provide critical support to Federal Way's law enforcement personnel and help give them the tools they need to fight crime more effectively” · 1 other record in this period → Nov 12, 2002 — Dec 19, 2002
Smith Announces Fire, School, and Defense Funding Measures 6 statements
Smith supported passage of H.R. 4546, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003, which was approved by voice vote and provides approximately $393 billion for the nation's defense programs.1
Smith announced FEMA and U.S. Fire Administration grants of $182,074 for the Bucoda Volunteer Fire Department and $177,030 for the Tukwila Fire Department to purchase lifesaving equipment and provide firefighter training.2
Smith announced a $20,000 Community Oriented Policing Services Secure Our Schools grant from the Department of Justice to the City of Fife, covering up to half the cost of installing school security equipment such as metal detectors and locks and of security assessments and training.1
Smith announced FEMA grants through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program to Central Pierce Fire and Rescue and Pierce County Fire District No. 11, both first-time recipients of federal funding under the program.1
“Fife's grant will enable local law enforcement and the school district to implement much needed safety enhancements.” · 2 other records in this period → Mar 19, 2003 — Mar 24, 2003
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Smith votes against House version of Patriot Act renewal 3 statements
On July 19, 2005, Smith said he had included language in H.R. 2061, the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, declaring that eliminating global poverty should be a top priority of U.S. foreign policy and urging the President to develop a strategy addressing it through foreign assistance, investment, and debt relief.1
On July 20, 2005, Smith voted against reauthorization of portions of the Patriot Act, saying he had supported the original 2001 act and supported reauthorization in general but that the version of the bill before the House that day was unacceptable.1
On July 27, 2005, Smith made a statement on the Energy Conference Report saying it contained some provisions produced through bipartisan compromise, including a biofuels provision and a two-year extension of the wind energy production tax credit, but that it did not do enough to shift U.S. energy policy away from fossil fuels.1
“the version of this bill before the House today is unacceptable.” Sep 06, 2005 — Sep 07, 2005
Smith Calls For FEMA Director's Resignation, Introduces ICE Resolution 3 statements
On September 6, 2005, Smith joined a letter to President Bush urging the replacement of FEMA Director Michael Brown.1
In a September 7, 2005 floor statement, Smith said he was disappointed in the federal government's response to Hurricane Katrina, called for Brown's resignation, and said he disagreed with characterizing accountability efforts as playing the blame game.1
Also on September 7, 2005, Smith introduced a concurrent resolution encouraging Americans to store emergency contacts in their cell phones under the label ICE, In Case of Emergency.1
“a stunning level of ineptitude” Nov 01, 2005 — Nov 09, 2005
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Smith Touts Federal Grants and Interstate Offender Rule Changes 3 statements
On September 28, 2010, Smith praised a $1,036,292 Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program grant awarded to the Federal Way Police Department to preserve four law enforcement jobs, part of a $298 million nationwide COPS announcement.1
On October 12, 2010, Smith recognized a $1,074,428 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant awarded to Pierce County to acquire flood-damaged properties in the Lower Puyallup River Riverside and Clear Creek area and restore the natural floodplain.1
On October 14, 2010, Smith, who co-authored bills addressing the interstate compact system governing supervision of felons across state lines, praised the Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervision for adopting rule changes proposed by the Washington State Department of Corrections that give states more authority to return offenders who pose a significant risk and require more complete criminal histories before states agree to supervise offenders from other states.1
Smith said the changes, which take effect March 1, 2011, followed the shooting of four police officers in Lakewood the previous November, and that he had sent a letter earlier in the year urging the commission to act on Washington State's recommendations.1
“This funding is crucial to ensuring that Federal Way remains a safe place to live, work and raise a family” · 1 other record in this period → Apr 05, 2011 — Apr 07, 2011
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Smith Ties Public Safety To Immigration Policy And Holder Vote 4 statements
On June 14, 2012, Smith said DREAM-eligible young adults facing deportation deferral 'pose no threat to our national security or public safety.'1
On June 24, 2012, after the Supreme Court's ruling on Arizona's immigration law, Smith said immigration enforcement 'should focus our limited resources on those who pose risk to our national security and public safety, rather than those who are actively contributing to our society.'1
In the same statement, Smith said the upheld 'Show Me Your Papers' provision 'allows local law enforcement to rely on racial profiling.'1
On June 27, 2012, after the House voted to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt, Smith said the vote 'achieved nothing' and referred to the 2010 death of a U.S. Border Patrol Agent 'killed using guns from a botched government operation.'1
“should focus our limited resources on those who pose risk to our national security and public safety, rather than those who are actively contributing to our society” Aug 06, 2012 — Aug 15, 2012
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Jun 02, 2013 — Jun 27, 2013
Smith's June actions on immigration enforcement, detention, and military justice 4 statements
On June 2, 2013, marking LGBT Pride Month, Smith cited the prosecution of bias-based crimes among recent gains for LGBT Americans and said work remained to ensure all LGBT Americans are equal under the law.1
On June 5, 2013, Smith voted against a Homeland Security Appropriations bill after Republicans added an amendment barring ICE funds from implementing the 2012 DACA prosecutorial-discretion policy, saying enforcement should target serious criminals rather than DREAMers.1
On June 11, 2013, Smith joined Rep. Chris Gibson and Sen. Mark Udall to introduce bipartisan legislation repealing the NDAA 2012 provision requiring mandatory military custody for individuals detained on U.S. soil under the AUMF, aiming to preserve due process.1
In a June 27, 2013 statement, after the House passed legislation reaffirming whistleblower protections for those reporting military sexual assault, Smith said the defense bill had improved how sexual assaults are prosecuted and that more work remained.1
“We need an enforcement policy that focuses our limited resources on enhancing public safety by targeting serious criminals, not DREAMers.” · 1 other record in this period → May 07, 2014 — May 20, 2014
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Smith Backs Obama Gun and Prison Reform Actions 6 statements
On January 5, 2016, Smith said he supported the President's executive actions on gun violence, stating they would increase the number of background checks completed before an individual purchases a firearm and increase reporting to the national background check system.1
He said the actions were meant to help keep guns out of the hands of "violent criminals and those seeking to do us harm."1
On February 1, 2016, Smith said he supported the President's executive action reforming the federal prison system, citing lasting psychological damage from extended solitary confinement of incarcerated individuals.1
He said comprehensive reforms to the criminal justice system were "long-overdue" and said he had outlined a roadmap of criminal justice reform initiatives at the federal level.1
“keeping guns out of the hands of violent criminals and those seeking to do us harm” May 12, 2016 — Jun 27, 2016
Smith addresses opioid epidemic and gun violence in public statements 5 statements
On May 12, 2016, Smith said Congress needed to act on the opioid and heroin abuse epidemic and said he was disappointed that the Comprehensive Opioid Abuse Reduction Act and its related bills did not provide the full funding necessary to confront rising overdose deaths and addiction.1
On May 24, 2016, Smith said the National Rifle Association should advocate for "sensible gun control laws" rather than criticize Iran, citing 2013 data showing 27,329 deaths involving firearms, including 11,208 homicides.1
On June 11, 2016, following the Orlando nightclub shooting, Smith condemned the attack, extended condolences to the victims' families and the LGBTQ community, and said America "must do more to confront" gun violence.1
On June 22, 2016, Smith joined a sit-in led by Representatives John Lewis and Katherine Clark on the House floor and called on Speaker Ryan to allow a vote on gun safety legislation.1
“let us vote now to keep weapons out of the hands of dangerous terrorists” · 2 other records in this period → Feb 16, 2017 — Feb 28, 2017
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Mar 27, 2017 — Apr 04, 2017
Smith Acts on Sequestration, Public Safety Funding, and Data Privacy 3 statements
On March 27, 2017, Smith reintroduced the Relief from Sequestration Act of 2017, which he said would repeal the sequestration mechanism established under the Budget Control Act of 2011.1
In a March 29, 2017 statement, Smith said Attorney General Jeff Sessions and the Trump Administration threatened to revoke or withhold public safety grant funds from local jurisdictions, including funds supporting Seattle Police Department recruitment efforts and prosecution of labor and sex trafficking cases.1
On April 4, 2017, Smith and Rep. Polis introduced data privacy legislation that Smith said would provide legal avenues for the Department of Homeland Security to pursue people who commit crimes while ensuring that American citizens and legal residents returning to the U.S. are not subject to warrantless searches of their data.1
“the ongoing efforts of agencies such as the Seattle Police Department to strengthen and diversity their ranks, but also the efforts of prosecutors to tackle horrific crimes such as labor and sex trafficking” · 1 other record in this period → Aug 23, 2017 — Aug 27, 2017
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Sep 26, 2017 — Dec 06, 2017
Smith addresses disaster relief, detention reform, and gun laws 5 statements
On September 26, 2017, Smith and Rep. Nydia Velázquez led 145 members of Congress in a letter demanding that the Department of Defense deploy additional resources — including a senior general to oversee recovery efforts, additional personnel, and the USS Abraham Lincoln — to aid recovery in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.1
On October 16, 2017, Smith and Rep. Jayapal called for legislation to repeal mandatory immigration detention and restore due process, oversight, accountability and transparency to the immigration detention system.1
On November 6, 2017, following the Sutherland Springs shooting, Smith said Air Force data entry errors had allowed someone who should have been prohibited from purchasing a firearm to buy one, and said background check databases such as NICS needed improvement.1
On November 17, 2017, Smith said the House had voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act Conference Report, which secured $190.9 million in Washington State construction funding, and on December 6, 2017 he said he opposed the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act.2
“President Trump's effort to aid Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands has been wholly inadequate to date” Mar 07, 2018 — Apr 12, 2018
Smith introduces adoptee citizenship bill, opposes omnibus and border troop deployment 3 statements
On March 7, 2018, Smith introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Adoptee Citizenship Act of 2018 with Rep. Chris Smith and Sens. Roy Blunt and Mazie Hirono, aimed at closing a loophole in the Child Citizenship Act of 2000 that has prevented internationally adopted children, now adults, from receiving U.S. citizenship despite being raised by American parents.1
On March 22, 2018, after the House passed a fiscal year 2018 omnibus spending bill, Smith issued a statement opposing it, saying it underfunds environmental programs and diplomatic and aid missions, does not address the DACA situation, and took only "a small step in addressing the epidemic of gun violence."1
On April 12, 2018, as House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member, Smith joined six other House Democrats in a letter to the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Defense opposing President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border, citing border crossings at a 40-year low.1
“Closing the existing loopholes in the Child Citizenship Act will ensure international adoptees are treated equally under U.S. law.” Jun 20, 2018 — Jul 23, 2018
Smith Statements Address Immigration Bill, NATO-Russia Meeting, and NDAA 5 statements
On June 28, 2018, Smith said the House Republican immigration bill that had just failed to pass "was not a compromise at all," saying no Democrats had been consulted in drafting it and that it did not provide a path to citizenship for Dreamers or reunite children separated from their parents at the border.1
He said Republicans and the administration were presenting immigration enforcement as a choice between separating and incarcerating families or allowing "open borders," and said alternatives existed, including reviving the Family Case Management Program that the administration had ended.1
On July 10, 2018, Smith, as House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member, joined 43 other Democrats from the Armed Services and Foreign Affairs committees in a statement on President Trump's attendance at the NATO Summit and his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.1
On July 22, 2018, Smith said Democrats "fought hard and won multiple progressive outcomes" in the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act conference report, including defeating provisions he said would have undermined the Endangered Species Act and rolled back mining regulations.1
“was not a compromise at all” Sep 07, 2018 — Sep 26, 2018
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Smith backs veterans-crime bill, background checks, and VAWA renewal 2 votes · H R 450, H R 596
On February 7, 2019, Smith voted yes on H.R. 450, the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2019, which the House passed 417-0.1
On February 27, 2019, Smith released a statement supporting House passage of H.R. 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019, saying it would require a background check for all firearm sales.1
On February 28, 2019, Smith voted to pass H.R. 1112, the Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2019, which he said would close the Charleston Loophole allowing gun purchases after three days without a completed background check.1
On April 4, 2019, Smith voted to pass H.R. 1585, a bipartisan reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act that added protections for Native American women and additional resources for victims of sexual assault on college campuses.1
“the House is closing this gap in federal law to only allow the purchase of a gun when a background check has been affirmatively passed.” Feb 27, 2019 — Feb 28, 2019
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Smith Votes on Hong Kong Munitions Ban, NDAA, and Impeachment 5 votes · S 2710, H RES 755, H RES 767
Smith voted yes on S. 2710, which passed the House 417-0 and prohibited the commercial export of covered munitions items to the Hong Kong Police Force.1
After President Trump intervened in the Navy's handling of a military justice case and fired Secretary of the Navy Richard Spencer, Smith said the President "should not be trying to influence the outcome of this process or pardoning service members before the process is complete."1
Smith voted yes on the FY20 National Defense Authorization Act, which the House passed and which authorizes funding for the Department of Defense and the national security programs of the Department of Energy.1
On December 18, 2019, Smith voted yes on both articles of impeachment against President Trump, which passed the House 230-197 and 229-198.2
“The President certainly should not be trying to influence the outcome of this process or pardoning service members before the process is complete” Nov 26, 2019 — Dec 11, 2019
Smith Statements On Military Justice, Loan Forgiveness, and NDAA Passage 3 statements
On November 26, 2019, Smith said President Trump's involvement in the military justice process, including the firing of Navy Secretary Richard Spencer, called for caution, and said the President should not seek to influence the process or pardon service members before it concluded.1
On December 10, 2019, Smith and Rep. Kim Schrier introduced the Safety Net Health Plan Employee Student Loan Forgiveness Fairness Act, which would make safety net health plans qualifying employers under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.1
On December 11, 2019, Smith said the House passed the FY20 National Defense Authorization Act, which he said increased oversight and accountability of the Department of Defense, provided 12 weeks of paid parental leave for federal workers, and included environmental and climate-related provisions.1
“I urge extreme caution in using this authority” Feb 13, 2020 — Mar 20, 2020
Smith Criticizes Wall Funding, Urges Abortion Ruling and Disaster Aid 3 statements
Smith said a Trump administration plan to reprogram $3.8 billion in Department of Defense funds to border wall construction would take $1.5 billion from the National Guard and Reserve Equipment Account, which he said funds equipment for public safety and natural disaster response.1
On March 4, 2020, as the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in June Medical Services v. Russo, Smith urged the Court to respect precedent, saying a Louisiana law before it would leave the state with only one abortion clinic.1
On March 20, 2020, Smith joined the Washington congressional delegation in urging President Trump to issue a major disaster declaration for the state's coronavirus outbreak, which would open federal individual assistance programs including disaster unemployment assistance and crisis counseling.1
“to support local authorities for public safety and natural disaster response.” May 15, 2020 — Aug 11, 2020
Smith Backs Policing Reform Bill, Presses Trump on Guard Funding 8 statements
On June 16, 2020, Smith said President Trump's executive order on policing "takes a weak approach to addressing policing" and lacks measures to increase accountability for police misconduct.1
He voiced support for the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, which would ban police chokeholds and no-knock warrants and end qualified immunity for law enforcement, and the House passed the bill on June 25, 2020.2
On July 31, 2020, the House passed a fiscal year 2021 appropriations package that Smith said would promote police reforms.1
On August 11, 2020, Smith led over 115 members of Congress in a letter urging President Trump to provide full federal funding for the National Guard's COVID-19 response, after Trump imposed a 25% cost share on most states and territories.1
“takes a weak approach to addressing policing and fails to contain even the most basic measures to effectively reform and set new law enforcement standards.” Sep 17, 2020 — Sep 25, 2020
Smith responds to anti-Asian hate, DOJ funding threat, FAA noise report 3 statements
Smith issued a statement after the House passed H.Res. 908 condemning anti-Asian sentiment related to COVID-19, citing reports of over 2,500 incidents of discrimination against the AAPI community.1
Smith said the Department of Justice's move to withhold federal funding from Seattle and other cities by naming them 'anarchist jurisdictions' was an unlawful attempt by the Trump administration to violate the separation of powers.1
Smith joined Quiet Skies Caucus leadership in asking the FAA to produce a revised report on alternative aircraft noise metrics, saying the agency's prior report on alternatives to the 65 DNL standard was inadequate.1
“another baseless, unlawful move by President Trump and his administration” Nov 17, 2020 — Dec 03, 2020
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Jan 06, 2021 — Jan 13, 2021
Smith votes to impeach Trump after Jan. 6 Capitol attack 3 statements · 3 votes
On January 6, 2021, Smith said the assault on the Capitol was "a criminal act aimed at ending our democracy as we know it" and that "the President incited and encouraged this riot."1
On January 12, after the House passed H.Res. 21 calling on Vice President Pence to mobilize the Cabinet under the 25th Amendment, Smith said President Trump "instigated and encouraged a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol" and urged Pence and the Cabinet to remove Trump from office.1
On January 13, Smith voted yes on H.Res. 41's rule and previous-question votes and on H.Res. 24 impeaching Trump for incitement of insurrection, which passed the House 232-197 with all 222 voting Democrats in favor.3
After the impeachment vote, Smith said "there is no question that President Trump incited this violence" and that Trump "has demonstrated he is unfit to remain in office a single day longer."1
“The assault by pro-Trump extremists on the United States Capitol is a criminal act aimed at ending our democracy as we know it.” Feb 13, 2021 — Mar 17, 2021
Smith Votes and Statements on Policing, Guns, and Violence Bills 5 statements · 2 votes · H R 1652, H R 1085
On February 13, 2021, Smith released a statement after the Senate voted to acquit former President Donald Trump in the impeachment trial for inciting the January 6th insurrection.1
On March 3, Smith voted to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, and on March 11 he released a statement after the House passed the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, H.R. 8, and the Enhanced Background Checks Act, H.R. 1446.2
Also on March 11, Smith introduced the 911 Diversion to Unarmed Personnel Act, which would fund programs to divert nonviolent 911 calls to unarmed specialized responders instead of law enforcement.1
On March 17, Smith voted yes on H.R. 1652 to sustain the Crime Victims Fund, which passed 384-38, voted yes on H.R. 1085 to award congressional gold medals to the U.S. Capitol Police, which passed 413-12, and voted to pass the Violence Against Women Act reauthorization, H.R. 1620.3
“It's abundantly clear that we need to fundamentally reimagine public safety and what law enforcement looks like in our country” Apr 20, 2021 — May 24, 2021
Smith addresses Chauvin verdict, hate crimes bill, and Health One funding 6 statements · 1 votes · S 937
On April 20, 2021, Smith issued a statement responding to Derek Chauvin being found guilty on all three counts in the murder of George Floyd, saying the verdict "does not represent the fundamental reforms needed to prevent further acts of brutality against Black Americans at the hands of those sworn to protect them."1
On April 30, 2021, he submitted a $766,000 Community Project Funding request to the House Appropriations Committee for expansion of Seattle's Health One program, which responds to nonviolent 911 calls with behavioral health professionals and crisis care management teams, and on May 24, 2021 he visited the Seattle Fire Department to discuss the program.2
On May 18, 2021, Smith voted yes on S. 937, the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, which passed the House 364-62, and issued a statement supporting the bill.2
On May 19, 2021, he issued statements after the House passed H.R. 3233, establishing a commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the Capitol, and after passage of H.Res. 275, a resolution he cosponsored condemning the Atlanta-area shootings.2
“does not represent the fundamental reforms needed to prevent further acts of brutality against Black Americans at the hands of those sworn to protect them.” Jun 15, 2021 — Jun 23, 2021
Smith votes on public safety bills, statements on Juneteenth and military justice 2 votes · H R 3325, H R 983
On June 15, 2021, Smith voted yes on H.R. 3325, which passed 406–21 in the House to award congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police.1
In a June 19, 2021 statement on Juneteenth, Smith said the national conversation included "police brutality, criminal justice, health care and social services access, infrastructure investment, and good governance."1
On June 22, 2021, he voted yes on H.R. 983, the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act, which passed 416–5 in the House.1
On June 23, 2021, after Representatives Jackie Speier and Mike Turner introduced the Vanessa Guillén Military Justice Improvement and Increasing Prevention Act, Smith said "the time has come to take the prosecution of sexual assault crimes out of the chain of command."1
“the time has come to take the prosecution of sexual assault crimes out of the chain of command.” Jun 19, 2021 — Jun 23, 2021
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Dec 08, 2021 — Jan 16, 2022
Smith records span votes, letters, and statements on public safety 1 votes · H RES 317
On December 8, 2021, Smith voted yes on H.Res. 317, condemning genocide and crimes against humanity, which the U.S. House passed 427-1 with all 217 voting Democrats supporting it.1
In a December 28, 2021 statement after the fiscal year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act was signed into law, having passed the House 363-70 and the Senate 88-11, Smith said the bill includes changes to the Uniform Code of Military Justice that create a special prosecutor to handle military sexual assault cases.1
On January 6, 2022, Smith said more than 700 people had been arrested and charged in connection with the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack and said he supported further prosecutions, and on January 12 he joined Katie Porter and Cori Bush in leading 48 House members in a letter urging appropriators to fund alternative crisis response teams for mental health and substance abuse calls.2
On January 16, 2022, Smith said in a statement that hostages taken at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas were safely rescued after nearly 12 hours and thanked law enforcement, including FBI negotiators, who responded.1
“the hostages were safely rescued and returned to their families.” Dec 28, 2021 — Jan 16, 2022
Smith on military justice, Jan. 6, crisis response, synagogue attack 4 statements
On December 28, 2021, Smith, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, said the FY22 NDAA — passed 363-70 in the House and 88-11 in the Senate — included UCMJ reforms empowering a new special prosecutor to take control of charging and prosecution of sex crimes in the military.1
On January 6, 2022, the anniversary of the Capitol attack, Smith said more than 700 people who participated had been arrested and charged, and said he strongly supported ongoing efforts to prosecute more of those individuals.1
On January 12, 2022, Smith, along with Reps. Porter and Bush, led 48 members of the House in a letter urging House and Senate Appropriations leaders to set aside federal funding for the creation and expansion of alternative crisis response teams for mental health and substance abuse issues.1
On January 16, 2022, Smith issued a statement on the hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, thanking state, local, and federal law enforcement agents, including FBI negotiators, for resolving the situation, and said such attacks must be forcefully condemned.1
“These attacks must be forcefully condemned as the targeted acts of hatred and violence that they are.” Mar 09, 2022 — Apr 06, 2022
Smith Backs Spending Package, Cybercrime and War Crimes Bills 2 statements · 2 votes · S 2629, H R 7276
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a government spending package 260-171, which included over $9 million that Smith had secured for ten community projects in Washington's Ninth District covering housing, health care, child care, education, and small business support.1
That week, President Biden signed the spending package into law, and local organizations issued statements welcoming the funding for the ten projects.1
On March 29, 2022, Smith voted yes on S. 2629, the Better Cybercrime Metrics Act, which passed the House 377-48.1
On April 6, 2022, he voted yes on H.R. 7276, the Ukraine Invasion War Crimes Deterrence and Accountability Act, which passed 418-7.1
“I firmly believe the federal government must do more to spur investment in and get federal dollars to underserved communities and I am proud to use my community project funding requests for this purpose.” May 11, 2022 — Jul 29, 2022
Smith Votes for Gun Measures, Backs Crisis Response Funding 10 statements · 5 votes · H R 6943, S 4160, H RES 1256, H R 263
On May 18, 2022, Smith voted yes on H.R. 6943, the Public Safety Officer Support Act, which the House passed 402 to 17.1
On June 8, 2022, the House passed H.R. 2377, a nationwide "red flag" law, by a vote of 224 to 202, and Smith said it would keep guns out of the hands of people who possess a threat to themselves or others.1
Smith and Rep. Cori Bush led a letter requesting $100 million for crisis response teams in the FY2023 appropriations bill, and on June 30, 2022, the House Appropriations Committee included $60 million for that purpose.2
On July 29, 2022, the House passed H.R. 1808, the Assault Weapons Ban, which would prohibit the sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of semiautomatic assault weapons and large capacity ammunition feeding devices.1
“These guns are weapons of war, and they have no place in our communities.” Dec 06, 2022 — Feb 07, 2023
Smith votes on safety bills, calls for policing changes 2 votes · S 3499, S 5087
Smith voted yes on a bill amending the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act, which the House passed 424-1, and yes on a bill extending activities under the Not Invisible Act, which the House passed 374-44.2
After the City of Memphis released body camera and surveillance video of the traffic stop and beating that led to the death of Tyre Nichols, Smith said police training "should be focused on de-escalation, rather than aggression" and called for investing in programs that send trained professionals to respond to nonviolent 911 calls.1
In a January 11, 2023 statement on banking access for money service businesses, Smith said the lack of access "poses a huge public safety risk for these businesses and employees operating in cash."1
In a February 7, 2023 statement on the State of the Union address, Smith listed "enacting police reform" among the commitments he said inspired him.1
“We need to transform our approach to public safety, which includes drastic reforms to policing.” Dec 08, 2022 — Feb 07, 2023
Smith Calls for Policing Reforms After Tyre Nichols' Death 5 statements
After the City of Memphis released body camera and surveillance video of the traffic stop and beating that led to the death of Tyre Nichols, Smith said police training should focus on de-escalation rather than aggression and called for investment in programs that train specialized professionals to respond to nonviolent 911 calls instead of police officers.1
On January 10, Smith hosted a roundtable with U.S. Treasury Under Secretary Brian E. Nelson and local money service businesses, where he said their inability to obtain banking access poses a public safety risk for businesses and employees who operate in cash.1
In his February 7 statement on President Biden's State of the Union address, Smith said he was inspired by honorary guests representing commitments including preventing gun violence and enacting police reform.1
“Tyre Nichols should be alive today.” · 1 other record in this period → Mar 29, 2023 — May 17, 2023
Smith Pushes Mental Health Crisis Funding, Opposes POLICE Act 5 statements · 4 votes · H RES 363, H RES 398, H R 2494, H R 3091
Smith joined 54 colleagues in a letter requesting $100 million for mental health crisis response teams in the FY2024 appropriations bill, and later introduced the Behavioral Health Crisis Care Centers Act to provide grant funding for states, cities, counties, and tribal governments to build and expand crisis stabilization services.2
He also submitted 15 Community Project Funding requests to the House Appropriations Committee for the Ninth District, covering investments including affordable housing, public transportation, criminal justice and public safety, and mental and behavioral health care.1
In May 2023 he voted yes on a resolution recognizing National Police Week, which passed 413-2, then voted no on the rule and previous question governing floor consideration of the POLICE Act and no on the POLICE Act's passage, which passed 255-175.4
“We must equip our communities with resources to better respond to the nationwide mental and behavioral health crisis.” Jun 13, 2023 — Jun 22, 2023
Smith votes no on rule disapproval and impeachment-related resolution 3 votes · H RES 529, H RES 503
On June 13, 2023, Smith voted no on H.J.Res. 44, providing for congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Bureau, which passed the House 219–210.1
On June 22, 2023, Smith voted no on ordering the previous question for H.Res. 529, relating to H.Res. 503, a resolution impeaching President Biden, which passed 214–206.1
Also on June 22, 2023, Smith voted no on agreeing to H.Res. 529, which passed 219–208.1
“Passed 219–210 in U.S. House.” · 3 other records in this period → Jan 17, 2024 — Feb 13, 2024
Smith Casts No Votes On Border Resolution And Impeachment 6 votes · H RES 957, H RES 863, H RES 996
On January 17, 2024, Smith voted no on H.Res. 957, a resolution on border security policy that passed the House 225–187, with 14 Democrats voting yes and 187 voting no.1
On February 6, Smith voted no on the previous question and the rule for considering H.Res. 863 to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, both of which passed, and no on the impeachment resolution itself, which failed 214–216.3
On February 13, Smith voted no on a motion to reconsider the impeachment, which passed 216–211, and no again as the House passed the amended resolution impeaching Mayorkas 214–213.2
“Passed 214–213 in U.S. House.” Mar 06, 2024 — Mar 13, 2024
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May 09, 2024 — Jun 05, 2024
Smith Opposes Two Crime Bills, Backs Local Public Safety Funding 3 statements · 2 votes · H R 7530, H R 8146
On May 9, 2024, Smith urged Boeing and IAFF Local I-66 to return to the negotiating table amid a stalled labor dispute involving fire fighters.1
He voted no on H.R. 7530, the DC CRIMES Act, which passed the House 225-181 with 18 Democrats voting yes and 181 voting no, and no on H.R. 8146, the Police Our Border Act, which passed 254-157 with 45 Democrats voting yes and 157 voting no.2
On May 22, 2024, he announced 15 FY 2025 Community Project Funding requests, including a CID Public Safety Team project for Chinatown-International District, Seattle.1
On June 5, 2024, Purpose Dignity Action issued a statement of support for that public safety funding request.1
“I strongly urge the parties to return to the negotiating table and participate in good faith discussions that result in a strong agreement.” · 1 other record in this period → Nov 15, 2024 — Nov 19, 2024
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Mar 29, 2025 — Sep 24, 2025
Smith Opposes Guard Deployments, Backs Crisis Response Bill 41 statements · 2 votes · H RES 537, H R 4922
Smith introduced the 911 Community Crisis Responders Act with Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, which would create a grant program for states, tribes, and localities to expand mobile crisis response programs as a first response to nonviolent emergency calls.2
He said the federalization and deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles County risked dangerous escalation and urged the president to let state and local authorities in California handle the situation instead.2
He said addressing crime in Washington, D.C. without involving the Department of Defense would avoid a step toward autocratic government, said fascism was not the answer to crime, and said targeting only cities run by Democrats was not a solution and came off as partisan instead of aimed at making communities safer.4
He voted no on the DC CRIMES Act, H.R. 4922, which passed the House 240-179.1
“Crime is a problem. Fascism isn’t the answer.” Oct 31, 2025 — Nov 03, 2025
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Nov 26, 2025 — Dec 15, 2025
Smith addresses budget, detention conditions, impeachment vote, and shootings 4 statements · 1 votes · H RES 939
Smith said King County approved a budget allocating more than $225 million for public safety and criminal justice and more than $55 million for housing and homelessness services.1
Smith and Rep. Pramila Jayapal introduced the Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act, which they described as legislation to enact guardrails and oversight on immigration detention and ensure civil and human rights are protected.1
Smith voted no on a motion to table a resolution to impeach President Trump, a motion that passed 237–140 in the U.S. House with Democrats splitting 23 yes to 140 no.1
Smith condemned the antisemitic attack at a Hanukkah celebration near Bondi Beach and the shooting at Brown University, saying no one should fear for their safety while celebrating a holiday or attending school.1
“No one should fear for their safety while celebrating a holiday or attending school.” Jan 06, 2026 — Feb 28, 2026
Secures millions in public safety funding, cites falling Seattle crime 10 statements · 1 money records · H RES 996
Smith announced the passage of Community Project Funding requests delivering federal investments in public safety, overdose response, and reentry services across South King County and Seattle, and on January 23 announced additional public safety, transportation, and workforce training funding for the same region.2
On February 2, he said a portion of the funds would go toward building a public safety team and improving pedestrian infrastructure at SeaTac Airport and the I-405 crossing in Bellevue.1
On February 3, he said crime fell 18% in Seattle in 2025, with double-digit decreases in homicides, shootings, burglaries, and stolen vehicles, and said continued work was needed on 911 response systems, officer training, and rehabilitation programs.1
On February 19, he met with Harold Fields of Umami Kushi, a cafe in Rainier Beach, to discuss issues facing minority-owned small businesses and other community concerns including public safety, youth well-being, and gun violence prevention.1
“Crime fell in Seattle by 18% in 2025, with double-digit decreases in homicides, shootings, burglaries, and stolen vehicles.” Apr 20, 2026 — May 26, 2026
Smith responds to shootings, mosque attack, and retail crime vote 5 statements · 1 votes · H R 2853
After a gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25, Smith said law enforcement acted swiftly to protect the President, Vice President, First Lady, Cabinet members, and attendees, and he expressed gratitude for their service.2
Following a shooting near the White House on May 26 — which he said was the third shooting in and around the White House in 30 days, after the Correspondents' Dinner attack and a May 4 shooting near the Washington Monument — Smith called it a pattern of violence directed at the President and members of the press and said he was committed to working with colleagues across the aisle to confront the threat.1
On May 12, Smith voted yes on H.R. 2853, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act, which passed the House 348–60, with Democrats splitting 144 yes to 59 no.1
After a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, Smith called it a terror attack rooted in anti-Muslim hate and said recent congressional hearings had given a platform to witnesses with documented ties to anti-Muslim hate movements.1
“what we are witnessing is a pattern of violence directed at the President and at members of the press simply for doing their jobs.” Jun 18, 2026 — Jul 27, 2026
Smith addresses Little Saigon safety concerns, then Seattle Center shooting 6 statements
On June 18, 2026, Smith said residents in Little Saigon and North Beacon Hill had raised concerns about 12th and Jackson and said the city had made a clear commitment to enforce public safety standards, and he commended Mayor Wilson and the City of Seattle for what he called a step in the right direction on public safety.2
On July 8, 2026, Smith thanked Friends of Little Saigon for bringing together Councilmember Eddie Lin, the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, the Seattle Police Department, and Purpose Dignity Action to discuss issues facing Little Saigon, including homelessness, substance abuse, and organized criminal activity.1
On July 27, 2026, Smith said a gunman had opened fire at the Seattle Center the day before, killing three people and injuring others, and said his thoughts were with the victims and those affected.1
In a second post that day, Smith said Washington, like any other state, should not have to experience the tragedy of a mass shooting, and said the country must continue to advocate against gun violence and remember those taken.1
“a gunman opened fire at the Seattle Center, taking the lives of three people and injuring many others.” The evidence · 344 records · every claim on the left taps down into this rail
00.04.11 press Smith Works To Address Meth Crises
00.07.10 press House of Representatives Approves 'Aimee's Law'
00.11.28 press Smith To Donate Pay Raise To Local Education Programs
01.06.21 press Smith Named MVP For Democrats in Annual Congressional Baseball Game
01.06.27 press Congressman Adam Smith Pleased with Contract Awarded to Veteran Owned Small Business in Fife
01.11.14 press Washington State Law Enforcement Services to Recieve Federal Funding Boost
01.11.28 press Smith Proposes Worker Relief, Investment Tax Cut Stimulus Package
02.04.18 press Smith To Present Rainier's Sean McCoy With The Congressional Award Bronze Medal
02.08.21 press Smith Announces Additional Funds To Fight Crime In Federal Way
02.08.21 press Smith To Meet With Yelm's Elected And Community Leaders On Tuesday, August 27
02.08.22 press Smith Announces Additional Funds For Federal Way Fire Department
02.10.09 press Smith Introduces Identity Theft Bill
02.11.12 press Smith Supports Quality Of Life Improvements For Military In Defense Authorization Bill
02.11.13 press Smith Announces Additional Funds for Bucoda Volunteer Fire Department
02.11.13 press Smith Announces Additional Funds For Tukwila Fire Department
02.11.26 press Announces $1.2 Million Housing Grant To Help Low-Income Families Build Homes In Rural Washington
02.12.02 press Smith Congratulates Fife On $20,000 School Safety Grant
02.12.19 press Smith Congratulates Two Ninth District Fire Departments On Securing First Time Federal Funds
03.01.15 press Smith Congratulates SeaTac Fire Department On Federal Grant For $75,510
03.02.11 press Smith Announces Staffing Changes
03.03.19 press Smith Statement On War In Iraq
03.03.24 press Smith Announces Website for Constituents and Service Member Families On War In Iraq
03.05.06 press Smith Announces Federal Funds for Seattle Police Department's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
03.06.03 press Smith Secures Funding to Support King County Police Department in Efforts To Conclude Green River Serial Killer Case
03.09.07 press Smith Announces Law Enforcement Grants for Pierce County, City of Fife
03.09.09 press Smith Announces Law Enforcement Grant for Nisqually Indian Tribe
03.12.11 press Smith Announces Firefighter Grant for the SeaTac City Fire Department
04.01.11 press Smith Congratulates Dupont Fire Department on Securing Federal Funds
04.03.29 press Smith Announces Law Enforcement Grant for the City of Lakewood
04.06.08 press Smith Names New Scheduler/Office Manager and Field Representative
05.02.06 press Congressman Adam Smith Reacts to Bush Administration FY 2006 Budget Proposal
05.03.16 press Members of Washington State Delegation Demand Restoration of Law Enforcement Funds
05.04.20 press U.S. Rep. Adam Smith Statement on the Energy Policy Act of 2005
05.05.10 press U.S. Rep. Adam Smith Disappointed on Failure of COPS Funding
05.06.15 press U.S. Rep. Adam Smith Calls for Full Funding of COPS Program
05.07.19 press Smith Pleased that Language on Fighting Global Poverty Included in Final Foreign Relations Authorization Act
05.07.20 press Smith Votes Against Reauthorization of Patriot Act
05.07.27 press Congressman Adam Smith Rejects Flawed Energy Conference Report
05.09.06 press Smith Calls for Resignation of FEMA Director Michael Brown
05.09.07 press U.S. Rep. Adam Smith Introduces Emergency Response Resolution
05.09.07 press Emergency Supplemental Spending for Hurricane Katrina
05.11.01 press U.S. Rep. Adam Smith Calls for Investigation into Pre-Iraq War Intelligence
05.11.09 press U.S. Rep. Adam Smith Announces Funds for Valley Cities Regional Wireless Network and other Earmarks in SSJC Appropriations Bill
05.12.15 press U.S. Representative Adam Smith Criticizes Ill-Conveived Immigration
05.12.16 press U.S. Representative Adam Smith Pleased About the Creation of the Crystal Judson Domestic Violence Protocol Program
06.05.10 press U.S. Representative Adam Smith Praises Passage of H.R. 5122, the FY07 Department of Defense Authorization Act
06.06.05 press U.S. Rep. Adam Smith Commends Passage of the Homeland Security Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2007
06.08.25 press Smith Statement on Hurricane Katrina Anniversary
06.08.30 press Smith, Honda Urge Department of Defense to Complete Yee Investigation
06.09.28 press Smith Votes for 2007 Homeland Security Appropriations Conference Report
07.02.15 press Smith Opposes Bush War Plan
07.07.26 press Smith Votes to Restore Funds to Fight Violent Crime, Methamphetamine Use
07.10.03 press Smith Votes to Hold Private Military Contractors Accountable in Iraq, Other War Zones
07.12.11 press Smith: Defense Bill Supports Military Families, Readiness
07.12.18 press Smith Resolution Calls for Increased Afghanistan Commitment, Iraq Redeployment
08.07.02 press Smith Secures Funds for Local Law Enforcement and Crime Mitigation Projects
08.07.24 press Smith Supports Stronger Fight Against Global AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria
08.09.25 press Congressman Smith Offers Bill Protecting Travelers From Suspicion-less Laptop Searches
08.12.08 press Rep. Smith Congratulates Local Fire Department on Federal Grant
09.06.17 press Smith Secures $2.75 Million for Local Law Enforcement and Crime Prevention
09.07.28 press Smith Announces More Than $8 Million to Help Keep Our Communities Safe
09.09.25 press Smith, Reichert Call for FEMA Exercise in Green River Valley
09.09.29 press Smith's Statement on Increased Assistance to Pakistan
09.11.17 press Smith Votes to Support Local Fire Departments
09.11.28 press Smith's Statement on Shooting in Lakewood
10.03.24 press Smith Co-introduces Lakewood Officers Legislation
10.09.28 press Smith Applauds Funding for Federal Way Police Department
10.10.12 press Smith Applauds Funding to Help Reduce Flooding in Pierce County
10.10.14 press Smith Applauds Changes to Interstate Compact Rules
10.11.28 press Statement on Anniversary of Lakewood Police Officers Shooting
11.04.05 press Smith applauds movement on Colombia Free Trade Agreement
11.04.07 press Smith: What a Government Shutdown Means to You and Your Family
11.05.03 press Smith statement on imprisonment of Jason Puracal in Nicaragua
11.05.14 press Smith honors fallen law enforcement on National Peace Officers Memorial Day
11.06.22 press Smith statement on terror arrests in Seattle
11.09.28 press Smith congratulates Federal Way and Milton for police officer hiring grant
11.12.22 press Smith Statement on $335 Million Settlement with Countrywide Financial
12.03.07 press Ranking Member Adam Smith, Senator Mark Udall Launch Effort to Protect Citizens and Non Citizens from Indefinite Detention, Preserve Civil Liberties
12.05.31 press Smith Statement on LGBT Pride Month
12.06.14 press Smith Statement on Obama Administration Directive on DREAM-Eligible Youth
12.06.24 press Smith Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on Arizona Immigration Law
12.06.27 press Smith Statement on the House Holding Attorney General Eric Holder in Contempt
12.08.06 press $5.7 Million Secured for Freedom Bridge Overpass
12.08.15 press Smith Statement on Jason Puracal Appeal Hearing
12.09.18 press Smith Statement on Jason Puracal Returning Home to the United States
12.11.23 press Smith Statement on Conflict in Democratic Republic of the Congo
12.11.28 press Congressmen Smith, Reichert Introduce Bill to Improve Information Sharing in Law Enforcement
13.01.15 press Congressman Smith Statement on President's Plan to Reduce Gun Violence
13.02.26 press Congressmen Smith, Reichert Reintroduce Bill to Improve Information Sharing in Law Enforcement
13.02.26 press Ranking Member Adam Smith Proposes Responsible Solution to Sequestration
13.03.25 press Congressman Smith Statement on Supreme Court Review of Marriage Equality Cases
13.04.17 press Congressman Smith Statement on Passage of CISPA
13.04.21 press Ranking Member Smith Statement on Decision to Charge Suspect in Civilian Court
13.06.02 press Congressman Smith Statement on LGBT Pride Month
13.06.05 press Congressman Smith Statement on Amendment Targeting DREAMers in Homeland Appropriations Bill
13.06.11 press Reps. Smith, Gibson, Udall Lead Bipartisan Effort Against Indefinite Detention
13.06.27 press Ranking Member Smith Statement on Passage of Sexual Assault Bill in the House
13.09.30 press Congressman Smith Statement on the Republican Shutdown
14.05.07 press Congressman Smith Introduces Legislation to Improve Standards, Conditions at Detention Centers
14.05.20 press Smith Seeks to Prevent Indefinite Detention, Strengthen Federal Courts
14.06.23 press Smith Urges DHS to Review Immigration Detainer Practices
14.08.04 press Smith Statement on Call with U.S. Ambassador Regarding Nestora Salgado Case
14.09.01 press Smith Sends Letter to Secretary Kerry Urging Efforts to Secure Release of Nestora Salgado
14.09.10 press Smith Statement on Anniversary of 9/11
14.11.24 press Smith Statement on the Ferguson Decision
15.01.09 press Smith Encouraged By Mexican Governor's Call to Drop Charges Against Nestora Salgado
15.02.13 press Congressman Smith Statement on Funding the Department of Homeland Security
15.05.14 press Rep. Smith, Sen. Murray Urge Immediate Action on Nestora Salgado Case
15.05.14 press Congressman Smith Reintroduces Legislation To Address Broken Immigration Detention Policy
15.08.21 press Congressman Smith Urges Nestora Salgado's Release on 2 Year Anniversary of Arrest
15.09.10 press Congressman Smith Remembers September 11th Attacks
15.11.05 press Congressman Adam Smith Calls for Criminal Justice Reform
16.01.05 press Congressman Smith Statement on President Obama's Executive Actions to Prevent Gun Violence
16.01.12 press Smith Statement on the President's State of the Union Address
16.02.01 press Congressman Smith Supports Federal Actions to Reform Our Nation's Criminal Justice System
16.02.03 press Smith Statement on United Nations Working Group Ruling in Nestora Salgado Case
16.02.08 press Congressman Smith Statement on President's Budget Request
16.02.11 press Ranking Member Smith Continues to Call for End to Sequestration
16.05.12 press Smith Statement on Comprehensive Opioid Abuse Reduction Act and Related Legislation
16.05.24 press Smith Statement Condemning NRA Propaganda Video
16.06.11 press Smith Statement on Orlando Nightclub Shooting
16.06.22 press Congressman Smith Joins Sit-In to Support Taking Action to Combat Gun Violence
16.06.27 press Congressman Smith and Acting Under Secretary Szubin Discuss the Importance of Remittances
16.09.22 press Congressman Smith Votes to Support Youth Opportunity and Improvements to Our Juvenile Justice System
16.11.30 press Smith Statement on Department of Homeland Security Continued Use of Private Prisons
17.02.16 press WA Dems Concerned about Detention of DREAMer, Denounce ICE Raids
17.02.28 press Washington Members Call for Information from Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation on Disturbing Threats Targeting Jewish Community Centers
17.03.27 press Ranking Member Smith Reintroduces Legislation to End Harmful Effects of Sequestration
17.03.29 press Smith Statement on Attorney General Sessions' Attack on Community Law Enforcement Priorities
17.04.04 press Smith and Polis Introduce Legislation to Protect Data Privacy & Civil Liberties
17.07.24 press Smith Statement in Support of Bipartisan Sanctions Legislation
17.08.23 press LAWMAKERS CALL OUT SESSIONS FOR HOLDING CITY VIOLENCE PREVENTION FUNDS HOSTAGE TO HIS EXTREME IMMIGRATION AGENDA
17.08.27 press Smith Statement on Trump Expansion of Program Giving Surplus Military Equipment to Law Enforcement Agencies
17.09.26 press Smith, Velazquez Lead House Democrats in Demanding Trump Provide Better Maria Response
17.10.16 press Representatives Smith and Jayapal Call for Reforms to Deeply Flawed Immigration Detention System
17.11.06 press Smith Statement on Air Force Mishandling the Sutherland Springs Shooter's Criminal History Data
17.11.17 press National Defense Authorization Act Conference Report Passes with Key Provisions
17.12.06 press Congressman Smith Opposes Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
18.03.07 press Representatives Adam Smith, Chris Smith and Senators Blunt, Hirono Introduce Adoptee Citizenship Act of 2018
18.03.22 press Smith Statement Opposing Fiscal Year 2018 Omnibus
18.04.12 press House National Security Dems Demand Answers on Trump's Border Troop Deployment
18.06.20 press Booker, Senators Introduce Bill Targeting Family Detention, Inhumane Conditions of Immigration Detention Centers, Flawed Detention Processing System
18.06.28 press Smith Statement on Republicans' False Choice on Immigration
18.07.10 press Forty-Four Armed Services and Foreign Affairs Committee Democrats Release Statement on Trump Meetings With NATO and Putin
18.07.22 press Ranking Member Adam Smith Statement: Fighting for Progressive Values in the National Defense Authorization Act
18.07.23 press NATIONAL SECURITY RANKING MEMBERS PUSH FOR CABINET-LEVEL BRIEFING ON PRIVATE TRUMP-PUTIN MEETING
18.09.07 press Smith Statement Opposing the Community Security and Safety Act of 2018
18.09.26 press HASC Ranking Member Adam Smith, Rep. Ro Khanna, CPC Co-Chair Mark Pocan Introduce War Powers Resolution to End U.S. Military in Involvement in Yemen
18.12.14 press Adam Smith Becomes an Original Cosponsor on Legislation to Reform Immigration Enforcement Policy and Terminate ICE
19.02.07 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 450 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2019
19.02.27 press Smith Statement in Support of Bipartisan Background Checks Act
19.02.28 press Smith Votes to Close Charleston Loophole
19.03.12 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 596 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Crimea Annexation Non-recognition Act
19.03.25 press Smith Statement on Conclusion of the Mueller Investigation
19.04.04 press Smith Votes to Reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act
19.08.07 press Smith Statement on Mass Shootings
19.09.04 press Congressman Smith Announces New Staff Members
19.10.15 press Congressman Smith Statement on Passage of Hong Kong Legislation
19.11.20 vote ✓ YES · S. 2710 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — To prohibit the commercial export of covered munitions items to the Hong Kong Police Force
19.11.26 press Chairman Smith Condemns President Trump's Interference in the Military Justice Process
19.12.10 press Congressman Smith Statement on the Introduction of the Safety Net Health Plan Employee Student Loan Forgiveness Fairness Act
19.12.11 press Congressman Smith Statement on House Passage of the FY20 National Defense Authorization Act
19.12.18 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 755 · On Agreeing to Article II of the Resolution — Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanor
19.12.18 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 755 · On Agreeing to Article I of the Resolution — Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
19.12.18 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 767 · On Agreeing to the Resolution — Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 755) impeaching Donald John Trump, President of th…
19.12.18 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 767 · On Ordering the Previous Question — Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 755) impeaching Donald John Trump, President o…
20.02.13 press Smith Condemns Waste of DoD Funds on the Border Wall
20.03.04 press Congressman Smith Urges Supreme Court to Protect Access to Critical Reproductive Healthcare Services
20.03.20 press Congressman Smith, Washington State Lawmakers Urge President Trump to Issue Major Disaster Declaration to Address Coronavirus
20.05.15 press Representative Smith Supports The Heroes Act Benefiting Washington State and Local Communities
20.05.29 press Representative Smith Condemns Trump's Destructive Executive Order Distorting First Amendment
20.06.16 press Rep. Smith Denounces POTUS' Weak Executive Order on Policing
20.06.19 press Rep. Smith Statement on Juneteenth
20.06.25 press Rep. Smith Applauds Passage of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
20.07.15 press Smith, Waters, Engel, Thompson and Pallone Seek Information from Trump Administration on Failures to Boost Production of PPE and Testing As COVID-19 Cases Spike
20.07.31 press Rep. Smith Applauds House Passage of Second Appropriations Bill
20.08.11 press Rep. Smith, Over 100 Members of the House Demand Full Federal Support for National Guard COVID-19 Response
20.09.17 press Rep. Smith Applauds House Passage of Resolution Condemning Anti-Asian Sentiment Related to COVID-19
20.09.22 press Rep. Smith Slams DOJ AG Barr and Trump Administration's Efforts to Withhold Critical Federal Funding from Seattle and Other U.S. Cities
20.09.25 press Congressman Smith Joins Quiet Skies Caucus Leadership in Demanding FAA Go Back to the Drawing Board on Noise Metrics Report
20.11.17 press Rep. Smith Introduces Bill to Fund Community-Based Public Safety Programs, Divert Nonviolent 911 Calls to Specialized Responders
20.12.03 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 1380 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Big Cat Public Safety Act
21.01.06 press Rep. Smith Statement on Capitol Campus Insurrection
21.01.12 press Rep. Smith Statement on House Passage of Resolution Calling for Pence to Mobilize the Cabinet to Activate the 25th Amendment
21.01.13 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 41 · On Agreeing to the Resolution — Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 24) impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the…
21.01.13 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 41 · On Ordering the Previous Question — Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 24) impeaching Donald John Trump, President of…
21.01.13 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 24 · On Agreeing to the Resolution — Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
21.01.13 press Rep. Smith Statement on Passage of Article of Impeachment Charging Trump with Incitement of Capitol Insurrection
21.02.13 press Rep. Smith Statement on Senate Vote to Acquit Donald J. Trump for Inciting the January 6th Insurrection
21.03.03 press Rep. Smith Votes to Pass George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
21.03.11 press Rep. Smith Applauds Passage of Gun Violence Bills to Strengthen Background Checks and Close Charleston Loophole
21.03.11 press Rep. Smith Introduces Bill to Divert Nonviolent 911 Calls to Specialized Responders, Fund Community-Based Public Safety Programs
21.03.17 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 1652 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — VOCA Fix to Sustain the Crime Victims Fund Act
21.03.17 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 1085 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and th…
21.03.17 press Rep. Smith Votes to Reauthorize Bipartisan Violence Against Women Act
21.04.20 press Rep. Smith Statement on Derek Chauvin Being Found Guilty in the Murder of George Floyd
21.04.30 press Rep. Smith Submits Community Project Funding Request for Health One Expansion in Seattle
21.05.18 press Rep. Smith Strongly Supports House Passage of COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act
21.05.18 vote ✓ YES · S. 937 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act
21.05.19 press Rep. Smith Votes to Establish National Commission to Investigate the January 6 Attack
21.05.19 press Rep. Smith Votes to Pass Resolution Condemning Horrific Shootings in Atlanta
21.05.24 press Rep. Smith Visits Seattle Fire Department to Discuss Health One Program
21.06.15 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 3325 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — To award four congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and tho…
21.06.19 press Rep. Smith Visits Northwest African American Museum's Juneteenth Celebration
21.06.22 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 983 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act
21.06.23 press Rep. Smith on Sexual Assault in the Military: Serious Action is Overdue, Time to Act is Now
21.09.23 press Rep. Smith Statement on the Passage of the Annual Defense Bill
21.09.28 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 4250 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — War Crimes Rewards Expansion Act
21.12.08 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 317 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended — Condemning the ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity being committed agains…
21.12.28 press Rep. Smith Statement on the Signing of the FY22 NDAA into Law
22.01.06 press Rep. Smith Statement on the First Anniversary of the Capitol Insurrection
22.01.12 press Reps. Smith, Porter, and Bush Advocate for Increased Federal Funding for Crisis Response Alternatives in Letter to Appropriators
22.01.16 press Rep. Smith Statement on the Hostage Situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas
22.03.09 press Rep. Smith Secures More Than $9 Million for 10 Community Projects Across the Ninth District
22.03.18 press WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Local Organizations Celebrate Funding for Ten Community Projects Across Washington's Ninth District
22.03.29 vote ✓ YES · S. 2629 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — Better Cybercrime Metrics Act
22.04.06 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 7276 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Ukraine Invasion War Crimes Deterrence and Accountability Act
22.05.11 press ICYMI: HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Visits Washington State to Promote Mental Health and Well-Being
22.05.18 press Rep. Smith Submits 15 Community Project Funding Requests for Fiscal Year 2023
22.05.18 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 6943 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Public Safety Officer Support Act
22.06.08 press House Passes the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act to Establish a National 'Red Flag' Law
22.06.08 press House Passes Historic Legislative Package to Reduce Gun Violence in Communities Across America
22.06.14 vote ✓ YES · S. 4160 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — Supreme Court Police Parity Act
22.06.18 press Rep. Smith Statement on Juneteenth
22.06.21 press Reps. Smith and Bush Lead Letter to House Appropriations Committee Requesting $100 Million for Crisis Response Teams
22.06.24 press House Passes the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act in a Historic Move to Address Gun Violence
22.06.30 press WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Local Organizations Praise Funding for Crisis Response Teams
22.07.14 press Rep. Smith Statement on the House Passage of the FY23 NDAA
22.07.27 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 1256 · On Ordering the Previous Question — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 263) Big Cat Public Safety Act, and providing for consi…
22.07.27 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 1256 · On Agreeing to the Resolution — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 263) Big Cat Public Safety Act, and providing for considera…
22.07.29 press BREAKING: House Passes Assault Weapons Ban
22.07.29 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 263 · On Passage — Big Cat Public Safety Act
22.12.06 vote ✓ YES · S. 3499 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — To amend the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 to repeal certain obsolete re…
22.12.08 press House Passes National Defense Authorization Act
22.12.22 vote ✓ YES · S. 5087 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass — To amend the Not Invisible Act of 2019 to extend, and provide additional support for, the activ…
22.12.23 press House Sends Government Funding Package to President Biden's Desk to be Signed into Law
23.01.11 press U.S. Treasury Under Secretary Brian E. Nelson Visits 9th District for Roundtable with Local Money Service Businesses Hosted by Congressman Smith
23.01.28 press Rep. Smith Statement on the Murder of Tyre Nichols
23.02.07 press Rep. Smith Statement on the State of the Union Address
23.03.07 press Rep. Smith and Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduce Legislation to Create and Expand Mobile Crisis Response Programs Across the Country
23.03.29 press Reps. Smith, Bush, C'rdenas, Porter Lead Colleagues in Requesting $100 Million for Mental Health Crisis Response Teams
23.04.17 press WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Community Leaders and Organizations Celebrate Announcement of FY 2024 Community Project Funding Requests
23.04.17 press Rep. Smith Announces FY 2024 Community Project Funding Requests for the Ninth District
23.04.27 press Rep. Smith Introduces Bill to Improve Response to Nationwide Mental and Behavioral Health Crisis
23.05.02 press WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Community Leaders and Organizations Celebrate FY 2024 Community Project Funding Requests
23.05.15 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 363 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended — Expressing support for recognizing “National Police Week”
23.05.16 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 398 · On Agreeing to the Resolution — Providing for consideration of (H.R. 2494) the POLICE Act; (H.R. 3091) the Federal Law Enforcement Office…
23.05.16 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 398 · On Ordering the Previous Question — Providing for consideration of (H.R. 2494) the POLICE Act; (H.R. 3091) the Federal Law Enforcement Of…
23.05.17 vote ✗ NO · H.R. 2494 · On Passage — POLICE Act
23.06.13 vote ✗ NO · H.J.Res. 44 · On Passage — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau …
23.06.22 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 529 · the resolution (H. Res. 503) impeaching Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States,…
23.06.22 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 529 · the resolution (H. Res. 503) impeaching Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United Sta…
23.09.12 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 3152 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Fight CRIME Act
23.10.20 press Rep. Smith and 100+ House Members Send Letter to President Biden on Situation in the Middle East
23.11.13 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 863 · On Motion to Refer — Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors
24.01.17 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 957 · On Agreeing to the Resolution — Denouncing the Biden administration’s open-borders policies, condemning the national security and public …
24.02.06 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 863 · On Agreeing to the Resolution, as Amended — Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and m…
24.02.06 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 996 · On Ordering the Previous Question — Providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 863) Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Se…
24.02.06 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 996 · On Agreeing to the Resolution — Providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 863) Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secret…
24.02.13 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 863 · On Motion to Reconsider — Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors
24.02.13 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 863 · On Agreeing to the Resolution, as Amended — Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and m…
24.03.06 press House Passes Government Funding Package with Over $17 Million for the Ninth District
24.03.13 press Rep. Smith Celebrates Over $17 Million for the Ninth District for Community Projects
24.05.09 press Rep. Smith Statement on Stalled Labor Negotiations Between Boeing and International Association of Fire Fighters Local I-66
24.05.15 vote ✗ NO · H.R. 7530 · On Passage — DC CRIMES Act
24.05.16 vote ✗ NO · H.R. 8146 · On Passage — Police Our Border Act
24.05.22 press Rep. Smith Announces FY 2025 Community Project Funding Requests for the Ninth District
24.06.05 press WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Ninth District Leaders, Organizations, and Agencies Applaud FY 2025 Community Project Funding Requests
24.07.03 press Rep. Smith Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Presidential Immunity
24.11.15 press Rep. Smith Condemns Vandalism Against UW President
24.11.19 press Representative Smith Introduces Landmark Legislation to Tackle Housing Affordability, Increase Construction of New Homes
25.03.29 post Three years ago, President Biden signed the Emmett Till Antilynching Act into…
25.04.09 post Shots fired incidents, car thefts and violent crimes are down and homicides are…
25.04.09 post New city council, new mayor, new city attorney in Seattle in the last four…
25.04.17 post My heart goes out to the Florida State University campus and all those in…
25.04.18 post Everybody, regardless of how you feel about border security or immigration or…
25.04.28 post Please join my office at the Protecting Yourself from Scams and Fraud event on…
25.05.05 post REMINDER: My office is hosting a Protecting Yourself from Scams and Fraud Event…
25.05.12 post National Police Week starts today, a time to honor officers who serve in the…
25.05.20 press Congressman Smith stands with Congresswoman McIver Against Baseless Claim
25.05.20 post If Trump administration officials are interested in examples of real assaults…
25.05.22 press Rep. Smith Joins Entire WA Delegation in Letter Urging President Trump to Reconsider Denial of WA State’s Request for a Disaster Declaration for November “Bomb
25.05.23 post Special thanks to those from the Federal Trade Commission, Kent Police…
25.05.28 post I'm advocating for $3.216M in federal funds to come to WA-09 to help establish…
25.05.30 press Smith and Fitzpatrick Introduce Legislation to Create and Expand Mobile Crisis Response Programs Across the Country
25.05.30 post During the last week on Mental Health Awareness Month, I introduced the 911…
25.06.04 post The program will provide sober transitional housing, clinical case management,…
25.06.04 post I'm advocating for $1,215,695.52 in federal funds to come to WA-09 to help…
25.06.04 post The program will provide sober transitional housing, clinical case management,…
25.06.04 post I'm advocating for $1,215,695.52 in federal funds to come to WA-09 to help…
25.06.06 post I am a strong supporter of gun reform and banning assault weapons, which would…
25.06.06 post Today is Gun Violence Awareness Day and the first day of Wear Orange Weekend, a…
25.06.10 press Smith Statement on Trump Deploying National Guard in Los Angeles County
25.06.10 post I urge the President to allow state and local authorities in California to…
25.06.12 post There was no situation in Los Angeles that was not being handled by the local…
25.06.24 vote ✓ YES · H.Res. 537 · On Motion to Table — Impeaching Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors
25.06.25 post On this day in 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Bipartisan Safer…
25.07.09 post The U.S. Department of Justice halted public safety grants across the country,…
25.07.18 post Sunday is the last day to sign up for the Civic Genius Town Hall on Monday,…
25.07.24 post Thank you to Riley from Bellevue and her fellow Georgetown classmates for…
25.07.29 post Yesterday in Renton, I joined a Washington State Emergency Management…
25.07.31 post I visited the Tukwila Fire Station 52 yesterday to meet with local fire…
25.07.31 post These programs are designed to respond to low-acuity 911 calls by deploying…
25.07.31 post Thank you to representatives from the Bellevue Fire Department, Seattle Fire…
25.07.31 post A Puget Sound Fire representative said, "Through regional partnerships and…
25.08.09 post I held a Public Safety Answer Point Roundtable in Kent to speak with local 911…
25.08.12 post Regardless of how you feel about crime in Washington, D.C. or any other city,…
25.08.23 post Crime is a problem. Fascism isn’t the answer.
25.08.25 post We need to do more about crime, but only targeting Democratic-run cities is not…
25.09.02 post Crime is absolutely a problem, but the president choosing to attack cities run…
25.09.16 vote ✗ NO · H.R. 4922 · On Passage — DC CRIMES Act
25.09.19 post Proud to see this work in Seattle to provide alternative responses to 911 calls.
25.09.22 post The Big Ugly Bill slashed access to healthcare, which has since begun to ripple…
25.09.24 post Congratulations to Renton’s own Ino Reyes Jr. for serving as Seattle Police’s…
25.10.31 press Rep. Adam Smith Introduces Behavioral Health Crisis Care Centers Act to Strengthen the Nation’s Mental Health Response System
25.11.03 post Both here in King County and across the country, we need to do a better job of…
25.11.26 post King County has approved a new budget allocating more than $225 million for…
25.12.03 press Smith, Jayapal Introduce Legislation to End Inhumane Immigration Detention Conditions
25.12.09 post Atmospheric river flooding continues to impact Western Washington, and is…
25.12.11 vote ✗ NO · H.Res. 939 · On Motion to Table — Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States for high crimes and misdemeanors
25.12.15 press Congressman Adam Smith Condemns Bondi Beach Antisemitic Attack and Brown University Shooting
26.01.06 post I thank the dedicated and brave U.S. Capitol Police officers who faithfully…
26.01.08 press Rep. Adam Smith Secures $6,316,000 in Community Project Funding for Water Quality, Public Safety, and STEM Education Across South King County and Seattle
26.01.16 press WHAT THEY’RE SAYING: $6,316,000 FOR LOCAL WASHINGTON NINTH DISTRICT COMMUNITY PROJECTS PASSES HOUSE AND SENATE
26.01.23 press Rep. Adam Smith Secures Federal Funding for Transportation, Public Facilities, Workforce Training, and Public Safety Projects Across South King County
26.01.27 post Today, I joined my colleagues in supporting H.Res. 996, a resolution to impeach…
26.01.27 press CONGRESSMAN SMITH SUPPORTS IMPEACHMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY SECRETARY KRISTI NOEM
26.02.02 post A portion of these funds are going to support a safer Washington by building a…
26.02.03 post Crime fell in Seattle by 18% in 2025, with double-digit decreases in homicides,…
26.02.10 money $500 — SOTO, LOUIS (GUNDERSON DETTMER)
26.02.19 post Yesterday, I met with Harold Fields from Umami Kushi, a cafe in Rainier Beach,…
26.02.28 press Rep. Adam Smith Statement on Trump Administration Employing Military Force Against Iran
26.04.20 post President Trump is targeting civilian infrastructure in Iran, which not only is…
26.04.25 press Congressman Adam Smith Statement on the Shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
26.04.26 post “This evening, law enforcement acted swiftly to protect the President, Vice…
26.05.12 vote ✓ YES · H.R. 2853 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended — Combating Organized Retail Crime Act
26.05.20 press Rep. Smith Condemns San Diego Mosque Attack, Calls on Congress to Reject Anti-Muslim Hate
26.05.26 press Statement from Congressman Adam Smith on Tonight's Shooting Near the White House
26.06.18 post Residents in Little Saigon and North Beacon Hill have raised concerns about…
26.06.18 post I commend Mayor Wilson and the City of Seattle for taking a step in the right…
26.07.08 post Thanks to Friends of Little Saigon for bringing together Councilmember Eddie…
26.07.17 press Smith Announces Bipartisan Effort to Increase Male Educators and Mentors
26.07.27 post Yesterday, a gunman opened fire at the Seattle Center, taking the lives of…
26.07.27 post Washington, nor any other state in the nation, should have to experience the…