Press Releases
Rep. Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that he has secured $1 million for the National Defense University pilot program. This project has the basic premise that information technology is the keystone for military transformation and network centric warfare.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) has announced today that he has secured $2.5 million for Advanced Interactive Systems, based in Tukwila, for a project on mapping that will be used by the National Guard and the Department of Homeland Security.
The funds will advance the mapping of cities, creating accurate virtual models of public spaces that will be used for simulated homeland security training. Smith led a letter from five Members of Washington's delegation in supporting this vital Homeland Security project.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that the House Armed Services Committee has approved full funding for an additional 14 C-17 aircraft. The C-17 is the workhorse of the Air Force and is stationed at McChord Air Force Base in the Congressman's district.
"The C-17 modernizes the U.S. Air Force airlift fleet with the world's most versatile, reliable and capable airlift aircraft," said Smith. "The C-17 has the unique abilities to excel in both the intercontinental strategic airlift mission and the intertheatre tactical airlift role."
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that he secured $4.2 million in funding for the Mounted Warrior Nomad Command & Control Heads Up Display (C2HUD). This critical technology will develop a wireless Helmet Mounted Display connectivity between mounted and dismounted crewmen necessary for dispersed operations for both combat vehicles and Stryker configurations.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that he is sending a letter to EPA Administrator Mike Leavitt urging him to take a stronger stand on mercury pollution. Mercury is a highly toxic chemical whose effects on the central nervous system are comparable to those of lead, particularly for unborn fetuses and very young children whose brains are still developing.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that he is requesting funding for the Rural Information Technology Jobs Initiative, which it is estimated that it will create 50 new jobs per year in rural communities in Washington state.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that he is requesting funding for the Marine Science and Technology program run by Highline Community College.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that he has requested funding for the Shaw Road extension in Puyallup.
"Improving rail-road intersections is an important part of improving our region's traffic and congestion problems," Smith said. "The Puyallup area is a growing and thriving community in the Puget Sound region, and it's important that we make improvements such as the Shaw Road extension."
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced his funding request to bring traffic relief to the Federal Way Area through improvements to interchanges for State Route 18 and State Route 99.
"The Federal Way area experiences enormous traffic congestion every day," Smith said. "These projects would improve major routes in Federal Way and provide commuting families with some relief."
Congressman Adam Smith (D-Tacoma) announced today that he is requesting funding for a new community center in Bethel.
"Our military families are under enormous duress, and for those families living near McChord and Fort Lewis, the problem is worsened due to the fact that there are no city services," said Smith. "The Bethel Community Center would provide services such as continuing education, job training, technology access, and a senior center, to military families and all Bethel residents."