Press Releases

Congressman Smith's Statement on Anniversary of September 11th Terrorist Attack

September 10, 2008

Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) released the following statement on the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks:

Congressman Smith Supports Decision to Delay Tanker Contract, Voices Concern about Process

September 9, 2008

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today issued the following statement regarding Secretary of Defense Robert Gates' announcement that the Department of Defense will delay its decision on a $35 Billion tanker contract until the next administration:

Smith Criticizes "Status Quo" Strategy for Iraq, Afghanistan

September 9, 2008

Press Release

Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement on the President's plan to reduce force levels in Iraq by approximately 8,000 troops and slightly modify troop levels in Afghanistan over the next six months:

Smith Applauds Increased Veterans, Military Construction Funds

July 31, 2008

Press Release

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today applauded the passage of H.R.6599, the Fiscal Year 2009 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill. This legislation will provide $93.7 billion for veterans' programs, an increase of nearly $6.1 billion over last year's funding level. The bill passed the House by a vote of 409-4.

Smith Supports Stronger Fight Against Global AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria

July 24, 2008

Press Release

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) and a bipartisan majority in the House of Representatives yesterday passed landmark legislation to expand U.S. efforts to fight HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis around the world. Included in the legislation were provisions proposed by Smith and Rep. Elliot Engel (D-N.Y.) to combat tuberculosis. The bill passed by a vote of 303 - 115.

Smith Commemorates 60th Anniversary of the Integration of the U.S. Military

July 22, 2008

Press Release

Today, U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) paused with other Members of Congress to commemorate the 60th President Truman's Executive Order 9981declared that "there be equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin." While the full integration of the armed services did not come until October 30, 1954, when the last racially segregated unit was abolished, President Truman's Executive Order marked the beginning of the integration of the Armed Forces.

Smith and Thornberry Call for New Communications Strategy to Combat Violent Ideology

July 16, 2008

Press Release

U.S. Reps. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) and Mac Thornberry (R-TX) today called for a new United States strategy to combat the spread of violent terrorist ideology before a forum of 150 national security experts and practitioners. Smith and Thornberry discussed their legislation, recently included in the House-passed Defense Authorization bill, which would require the President to develop a comprehensive, integrated strategy for strategic communication and public diplomacy.

Smith Applauds Passage of Legislation to Assist Homeless Veterans

July 8, 2008

Press Release

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today helped pass legislation to expand housing assistance and supportive services for homeless veterans. H.R.3329, the Homes for Heroes Act, which Smith cosponsored, overwhelmingly passed by a vote of 412-19.

Pledges Close Scrutinty of New Process

July 8, 2008

Press Release

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today issued the following statement regarding Secretary of Defense Robert Gates' announcement that the Pentagon will re-open bidding for the acquisition of 179 new Air Force refueling tankers:

Smith Secures Funds for WA State Biofuels, Power Grid Research

July 2, 2008

Press Release

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) applauded the House Appropriations Committee's approval last week of funding for two critical energy research projects at universities in Washington State. The committee approved $500,000 which Smith requested to expand research capabilities at the Center for Biofuels at the University of Washington to facilitate development of new biomass conversion technologies. The committee also approved $500,000 for research on power grid instability and insecurity and the development of modern "smart grid" technology at Washington State University.