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"I voted against the USA FREEDOM Act today because this legislation has too many loopholes that continue to allow unwarranted government access to internet communications and phone data of U.S. persons. Although I continue to believe it is critical that our intelligence community has the ability to obtain information needed to fight terrorism, collection of that information must not violate civil liberties. Unfortunately, this bill does not strike the right balance."
"Today, I accepted Leader Pelosi's appointment to be on the Select Committee on Benghazi. The loss of four brave Americans was tragic, and we must do everything possible to prevent such attacks from happening again. On that point, there is no debate. What is not clear is why this committee needs to be formed in the first place. What are Republicans trying to achieve?
Announcing the 2014 House STEM App Competition Winners
Congressman Smith is proud to announce the winners of the first annual House STEM App Challenge!
1st Place: The Donator – Garfield High School
2nd Place: IGotIn – Bellevue High School
3rd Place: Currency X Change – Garfield High School
Congratulations to all the winners, and special thanks to participants, judges, and all those that provided guidance!
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) introduced the Accountability in Immigration Detention Act, legislation that aims to improve standards and living conditions in detention centers across the country. This comes after detainees in Tacoma went on a nearly two-month hunger strike at the Northwest Detention Center (NWDC) over access to nutritious food, isolation practices, treatment by guards, and other living conditions.
"Our state lost a great leader today when Billy Frank Jr. passed away. Billy never stopped fighting for the rights of Washington State's native people and the health of our natural resources. His life and legacy of work will continue through the ages. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all of those who were touched by Billy Frank, Jr."