Press Releases
"This week our nation has experienced immeasurable heartbreak. My deepest sympathies are with every family and community that has been touched by violence over the past few days. As we move forward, there are many difficult questions and issues that must be addressed as those whose lives have been torn apart begin to heal."
"This policy is an important step toward ensuring that our military is strong and inclusive. It will protect the rights of transgender individuals who already serve in the U.S. armed forces, with minimal impact on the operations of the Department of Defense.
In recognition of these important issues, Congressman Smith cosponsored the Money Remittances Improvement Act of 2014 which was signed into law by the President on August 8, 2014, and has met with numerous government officials in attempts to find ways to continue U.S. remittances to Somalia. Congressman Smith continues to call for the U.S. government to take steps to cooperate with and support Somalia and its people whenever possible.
"Today the Supreme Court struck down two provisions of a dangerous anti-abortion law in Texas by a vote of 5 to 3. In the case of Whole Woman's Health v. Hellerstedt, a group of Texas abortion clinics and three doctors argued that a Texas state law requiring health providers have admitting privileges at a nearby hospital and perform abortions in ambulatory surgical centers was overly burdensome.
WASHINGTON' Today, the Democratic Members of the Select Committee on Benghazi issued a 339-page report entitled, "Honoring Courage, Improving Security, and Fighting the Political Exploitation of a Tragedy." Democrats also released all of the unclassified interview transcripts
Washington D.C. - Congressman Adam Smith released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court's deadlocked decision in United States v. Texas:
Washington D.C. - Congressman Adam Smith released the following statement about the sit-in taking place on the House Floor:
Washington D.C. - On June 10, 2016, Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA)and Congressman Trent Franks (R-AZ) introduced bipartisan legislation, The Adoptee Citizenship Act, H.R. 5454, to guarantee citizenship to international adoptees. Similar legislation has been introduced in the Senate, S.2275 by Senator Klobuchar (D-MN) and Senator Coats (R-IN). Often, when children are adopted, the required paperwork is not filed and the children are never naturalized. With the passage of the Child Citizenship Act of 2000, most international adoptees were granted citizenship.
"I condemn in the strongest possible terms the terrorist attack in Orlando, the worst mass shooting in United States history.I offer my deepest condolences to the victims and their families.I would like to extend particular sympathies to the LGBTQ community during this unspeakable tragedy.
"As authorities investigate this horrific shooting, America must speak with one voice against gun violence of any kind. We can and must do more to confront the crisis that continues to afflict our country."
"Memorial Day is a time to honor the ultimate sacrifice of those whohave given their lives in service to our country. Our gratitudeextends to our fallen heroes, our veterans, and active dutyservicemembers and their families. We owe our servicemembers ourdeepest level of respect. A true reflection of Memorial Day mustreaffirm that America's commitment to supporting our military men andwomen does not end when they leave active duty.