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I am very happy to have returned to Washington, D.C. after time away during my recovery from a second hip surgery this spring. I am pleased to share that my condition continues to progress and I am now able travel to DC and attend more events in the 9th District.
House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith offered an amendment during markup of the FY2016 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) designed to allow DREAMers an opportunity to serve in the military and earn permanent legal status. While the amendment was withdrawn on procedural grounds, Smith pledged to continue to push the legislation as the NDAA process continues.
This week the President announced that the administration would be delaying the release of their review on deportation policy due to concerns that it would interfere with immigration reform in the House. Congressman Smith released the following statement after the announcement:
Announcing the 2014 House STEM App Competition Winners
Congressman Smith is proud to announce the winners of the first annual House STEM App Challenge!
1st Place: The Donator – Garfield High School
2nd Place: IGotIn – Bellevue High School
3rd Place: Currency X Change – Garfield High School