Tonight, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement after being elected to serve as the next Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee: "It is an honor to be selected by my colleagues to represent them as…
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation crafted by Congressman Adam Smith to support local tribes as they work to expand their business and create jobs. The bill (S. 2906), which will streamline the land leasing process…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement regarding his support for legislation that will fix a projected 25% cut in Medicare physician payments: "In order to prevent a 25 percent cut in Medicare physician payments…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in observance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: "Today, let us pause to remember those who lost their lives on this day in 1941, when American forces at Pearl Harbor were…
Congressman Adam Smith recently returned from leading a Congressional Delegation to Afghanistan. The delegation met with U.S. and Afghan officials, U.S. and NATO commanders, and U.S. military personnel to assess the political, civil and…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in reflection of the shooting which killed four Lakewood Police Officers a year ago: "One year ago today, four Lakewood Police Officers were the target of a heinous,…
Congressman Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces, released the following statement in response North Korea's artillery attack on South Korea's Yeonpyeong Island: "This reckless behavior…
U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke announced that he will lead a high-tech trade mission to India early next year. The mission is designed to help U.S. companies enter the Indian market or build on existing operations. It will highlight…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in observance of Veterans Day: "On Veterans Day, we remember those who put country above themselves. We remember the service of millions of Americans who put their lives on…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), who co-authored a pair of bills designed to address the deficiencies in the interstate compact system that governs the release and supervision of convicted felons across state lines, praised the Interstate…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) recognized the importance of a more than $1 million Hazard Mitigation Grant received by Pierce County to help reduce the risk of flooding in the Lower Puyallup River Riverside and Clear Creek area.…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces, released the following statement on today's announcement that General James L. Jones will be stepping down as National Security…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) announced that $19,722,515 is being allocated for lending to small businesses in Washington State, a key step of implementing the just-passed Small Business Jobs Act. States can now apply for their…
With Congressman Adam Smith's support, Congress passed and the President signed into law legislation that will bolster access to capital for small businesses. The legislation, H.R. 5297, The Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010, creates…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) praised today's announcement that the Federal Way Police Department will receive $1,036,292 from the Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program (CHP) to preserve four law enforcement jobs. "This funding is…
"From reports today on the World Trade Organization's (WTO) interim ruling I believe it is clear that Europe vastly exaggerated their claims against Boeing. While the interim ruling found that American policies caused some harm to Airbus,…
Washington, Sep 10, 2010 - Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement honoring the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks: Nine years ago, the morning of September 11, 2001 was interrupted by senseless acts of…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in tribute to the 4th Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, which was officially designated the last combat brigade to leave Iraq under Obama's plan to end combat…
"Today marks an important milestone in our efforts to protect the Green River Valley from flooding. This afternoon, the Army Corps of Engineers laid out the details for interim repairs that will strengthen the Howard Hanson Dam. Yesterday,…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) continued to build on his strong commitment to veterans, military personnel and their families by supporting the fiscal year 2011 Military Construction and Veterans Appropriations bill. The legislation…
Today, Congress approved $44 million for interim measures to strengthen the Howard Hanson Dam and protect the Green River Valley. Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), who has consistently been a leader in coordinating efforts to fix the dam,…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement regarding his vote in favor of the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act: "It is clear that our financial system is in dire need of reform. The serious abuses…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) issued the following statement in response to the World Trade Organization's (WTO) final ruling that launch aid to Airbus is an illegal subsidy: "Today's ruling makes it clear that Airbus airplanes…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement regarding his vote in favor of legislation that will fix a projected 21% increase in Medicare physician payments: "Last night the House passed a six-month fix to the…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in response to House passage of legislation designed to impose tough economic sanctions against Iran: "Today, Congress provided President Obama with additional tools to…
This week, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) voted in support of important legislation designed to make it easier for small businesses to succeed and create jobs in our communities. Together, the Small Business Lending Fund Act and the Small…
Congressman Adam Smith released the following statement regarding the upcoming Memorial Day weekend: "As Americans across the country gather with friends and family to celebrate Memorial Day weekend, we should all honor the sacrifice and…
Today, two key pieces of legislation sponsored by Congressman Adam Smith moved closer to the President's desk for signature. The pair of bills, The Veterans to Work Pilot Program Act and Military Family Leave Act, will support military…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith, Chair of the Air and Land Forces subcommittee, voted in support of the FY 2011 National Defense Authorization Act, a bill which makes record investments in our nation's military. In addition to providing a…
Congressman Adam Smith's legislation to create jobs for Veterans has been reported out of committee as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for 2011 and is expected to be voted on the House Floor next week. The bill, Veterans to…
Today, Air and Land Forces subcommittee Chairman and local Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) offered an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 that will help shine a spotlight on the impact of illegal foreign…
Air and Land Forces Subcommittee Chairman Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement regarding his vote in support of the fiscal year 2011 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): "This is a critically important…
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On Friday, April 30, 2010 Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) visited Fort Huachuca in Sierra Vista, Arizona where he was briefed on how we train our Army's unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and intelligence operators. Smith was also briefed on the…
Today, Air and Land Forces Subcommittee Chairman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement after House approval of H.R. 5013, the IMPROVE Acquisition Act of 2010, bipartisan legislation to overhaul the defense acquisition…
On Tuesday, April 27 2010, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) received the Goodwill National Policymaker Award for 2010. Smith recently sponsored legislation (H.R. 4299) to help expand the workforce training capacity of organizations like…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) introduced legislation to aggressively address the soaring unemployment rates within our veteran's community. The Veterans Employment Assistance Act of 2010 includes a series of proposals that will…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) and Congressman Scott Murphy (NY-2) introduced legislation today to provide new incentives to locate jobs here in the United States and make America more globally competitive. "Over the last few years,…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith, Senator Patty Murray, Senator Maria Cantwell, Congressman Dave Reichert, Congressman Norm Dicks, Congressman Jim McDermott, Congressman Jay Inslee, Congressman Brian Baird and Congressman Rick Larsen sent a…
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Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement regarding Defense Secretary Robert Gates' speech today recognizing the importance of export control reform: "I am pleased to see that it remains a priority for the Obama…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) issued the following statement in response to the Department of Defense's announcement that the Request for Proposals (RFP) deadline for the KC-X Tanker may be extended by an additional 60 days: "After…
Today, Reps. Adam Smith (WA-09), Jay Inslee (WA-01) and Dave Reichert (WA-08) co-introduced a pair of complementary bills in the House seeking to address the deficiencies in the interstate compact system that governs the release and…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) issued the following statement on the World Trade Organization's (WTO) final ruling that launch aid to Airbus is an illegal subsidy: "Today's ruling makes it clear that Airbus airplanes have been…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement after his vote in favor of the health care reform legislation passed by the House of Representatives this evening: "With the passage of this legislation today, we have reached…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in support of the health care reform legislation expected to be considered by Congress tomorrow: "There are far too many people in our country who either do not have…
Congressman Adam Smith released the following statement regarding Northrop Grumman's decision to not bid on the aerial refueling tanker contract: "While it is unfortunate that the Air Force will not have the KC-X competition we had hoped…
Today, in response to a letter sent on February 4th, Senators Murray and Cantwell and U.S. Representatives Smith, Reichert and Inslee met with Army Corps officials to receive a briefing on the path forward on a permanent fix to the Howard…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement regarding House passage of H.R. 2701, the FY2010 Intelligence Authorization Act: "I am pleased to see that H.R. 2701, the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) testified before the House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity regarding a bill he introduced last July, the Military Family Leave Act of 2009. The bill provides military families…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement after being briefed this morning on the Air Force's Request for Proposals (RFP) for the aerial refueling tanker: "I am pleased to see that the Department of Defense and the…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) reaffirmed his commitment to restoring fiscal discipline and reducing our nation's deficit by voting for pay-as-you-go legislation. The legislation ensures that all new spending is paid for and does…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith, Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell, Congressman Dave Reichert, Congressman Norm Dicks, Congressman Jim McDermott, Congressman Jay Inslee, Congressman Brian Baird, and Congressman Rick Larsen sent a…
Today, the House of Representatives adopted an amendment put forth by Congressman Adam Smith, which will help to strengthen our cyber security capabilities. "Our country faces threats from numerous cyber-attacks each day," said Congressman…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement in commemoration of Black History Month: "In the pursuit of the dream put forth by Carter G. Woodson - the founder of Black History Month - let us celebrate and appreciate the…
Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) made the following statement regarding the President's State of the Union Address: "As the President outlined tonight, our nation faces a number of difficult challenges. We currently have a growing national…
Today, Congressman Adam Smith made the following statement after being named the new Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Air and Land Forces: "I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the new chairman of the House…