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HASC: Smith's Statement on Repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'
July 21, 2011
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"I am pleased to see that this damaging, discriminatory policy has now come to an end and I applaud Secretary Panetta, all of our service chiefs and former Secretary Gates for following through on the President's pledge to allow all Americans to serve and protect our nation.
Statement on Decision to Honor All Those Who Have Fallen
July 6, 2011
Press Release
House Armed Services Ranking Member Adam Smith released the following statement in response to the Administration's decision to send condolence letters to family members of soldiers who commit suicide:

"The Administration's decision to send letters of condolence to the family members of soldiers who commit suicide is a welcome change in policy.
Smith statement on terror arrests in Seattle
June 22, 2011
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Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after the arrest of two suspects on terrorism and firearms related charges late Wednesday in Seattle:
HASC: Giffords Energy Security Act Introduced by Ranking Member Adam Smith
June 20, 2011
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The United States Military relies heavily on fossil fuels to operate and execute its missions, creating a vulnerability that our enemies are keenly aware of. In fact, Osama Bin Laden once said, "[Oil] is the umbilical cord and lifeline of the crusader community' Focus your operations on oil, especially in Iraq and the Gulf area, since this will cause them to die off." While crudely stated, the comment reveals an undeniable threat to our national security.

Smith Introduces MediFair Act of 2011
June 14, 2011
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U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (WA-09), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, today introduced legislation to address national Medicare reimbursement inequities that unfairly shortchange Washington State. The MediFair Act of 2011 would level the playing field for patients by increasing Medicare reimbursement rates in regions with payments lower than the national average and decreasing rates in regions that are inefficient and with payments higher than the national average.
Smith recognizes Medal of Honor Ranger from Joint Base Lewis-McChord
May 31, 2011
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Congressman Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on the news that President Obama will award the Medal of Honor to Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry, for action while serving with Joint Base Lewis-McChord's D Company, 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment:

Smith honors fallen heroes, supports veterans and active duty servicemembers on Memorial Day, 2011
May 29, 2011
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Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on Memorial Day, 2011:
HASC: Ranking Member Smith's Statement on Passage of National Defense Authorization Act
May 25, 2011
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Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, made the following statement after the House passed the Fiscal Year 2012 National Defense Authorization Act by a vote of 322 to 96:
Smith recognizes National Small Business Week 2011
May 19, 2011
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Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement recognizing National Small Business Week 2011:

"Small business is the key to our country's economic future. During National Small Business Week, we honor the accomplishments of dedicated entrepreneurs, whose innovation, risk-taking, and hard work represents the economic engine of our nation.
Smith honors fallen law enforcement on National Peace Officers Memorial Day
May 14, 2011
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Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement recognizing National Peace Officers Memorial Day:

"On National Peace Officers Memorial Day, we take time to honor the sacrifice of law enforcement officers who gave their lives protecting the safety of their fellow Americans.