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April 11, 2013
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Tax Day is April 15th

Here are a few tips to ensure that filing your taxes this year is as easy as possible:

Free Tax Filing Through the IRS

This year, the IRS will provide free tax filing service to eligible tax payers via their website.

Free File is available to anyone with income less than $57,000, thanks to a public-private partnership between the IRS and commercial tax software companies. It offers free federal tax preparation and e-file options.


April 9, 2013
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Congressman Smith will be hosting his annual"Ninth District Day" conference in Washington, D.C. on May 9th, 2013.

April 8, 2013
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If you are a high school or middle school student that resides in Washington State's 9th Congressional District and are interested in learning how to obtain a Congressional Nomination to one of the U.S. Service Academies, you should attend U.S. Service Academy Night, hosted by Congressman Adam Smith. The event will host Field Representatives from the Military Academy at West Point, the Air Force Academy, the Naval Academy, the Merchant Marine Academy, and the Coast Guard Academy.


March 19, 2013
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The following is an Op-Ed written by Congressman Adam Smith. It ran in Real Clear Politics Defense.
Sequestration Is an Unnecessary Strain on American Families and the Military
By Rep. Adam Smith

March 14, 2013
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Every year, Members of Congress are allowed to display one piece of artwork by a high school student from their district in the U.S. Capitol for one year. Congressman Adam Smith holds an annual judged art competition each year to select which art from the 9th Congressional District receives this honor. For more information, please visit the art competition's website.

March 10, 2013
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Ninth District Congressman Adam Smith will host a Town Hall on March 28, 2013 at Hazelwood Elementary School. Congressman Smith islooking forward to meeting with constituents and hearing their concerns.
Who: Congressman Adam Smith
What: Rep. Smith is hosting a Town Hall event where constituents can meet the Congressman and voice concerns on the budget, immigration, education, the economy, and more
When: Thursday, March 28, 2013 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm.


February 27, 2013
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"As Black History Month draws to a close, I want to highlight the work of Medgar Evers and his wife Myrlie Evers-Williams - two individuals who I admire tremendously and who have influenced me in my career of public service.

February 19, 2013
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The League of Conservation Voters released its annual National Environmental Scorecard today, and Congressman Adam Smith earned a 94 percent rating for his voting record. Environmental issues, including conservation, will remain a priority for Congressman Smith moving into the 113th Congress.
The House average was a 42 percent rating. For more information on the National Environmental Scorecard, see the League of Conservation Voters' press release below. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Contact: Jeff Gohringer, 202-454-4573 or Jeff_Gohringer@lcv.org

February 10, 2013
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Image removed. (Photo Credit: Tami Heilmann, DOI)

February 3, 2013
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Ninth District Congressman Adam Smith will host a Town Hall on February 16, 2013 at the NewHolly Gathering Hall in Seattle. Congressman Smith islooking forward to meeting with constituents and hearing their concerns.
Who: Congressman Adam Smith
What: Rep. Smith is hosting a Town Hall event where constituents can meet the Congressman and voice concerns on the budget, immigration, education, the economy, and more
When: February 16, 2013 from 10am to 11:30am


January 28, 2013
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Congratulations to Odle Middle School in Bellevue for winning the BPA Middle School Science Bowl and advancing to the National Finals in Washington D.C. Below is a press release from the Department of Energy with more information on this outstanding achievement.

THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Office of Public Affairs, News Media Contact: (202) 586-4940

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Odle Middle School/Team Atom Wins the BPA Middle School Science Bowl and Spot in National Finals


December 12, 2012
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My annual "Ninth District Day" conference in Washington, D.C. will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2012. Ninth District Day is a forum that brings together Washington state constituents, as well as policy, media, and other leaders in Washington D.C. Location of the event is to be determined.