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Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement after the ILWU and PMA came to an agreement:
"I am pleased that the ILWU and PMA came together to reach an agreement. I look forward to learning more about the details when they become available. Our economy, workers, and businesses rely on our West Coast ports so I am glad that they will resume full operations."
Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement after President Obama's speech:
"I applaud President Obama for his remarks about Muslim Americans in his speech about countering violent extremists. The President is right- we are not at war with Islam. I am fortunate to represent many Muslim Americans in the 9th District and they contribute greatly to our community through their culture and faith. I look forward to continuing to work with them to create a more accepting environment for everyone in our community and across the country."
U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (WA-09) reintroduced legislation to fix unfair Medicare reimbursement rates that disproportionately hurt Washington State patients. Currently, many physicians who serve Medicare patients in Washington State are reimbursed at considerably lower rates than doctors in other parts of the country for providing the same services. For example, in 2012, the average Medicare patient in Miami received over $17,000 in annual benefits, and the average Medicare patient in Seattle received only $7,300 in annual benefits.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement regarding a Texas U.S. District Court's injunction on the President's executive action on immigration reform:
Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement:
"I was disgusted to learn about the vandalization of the school and Hindu temple in Bothell. These acts are unacceptable and will not be tolerated. From civic leaders to business owners, the Hindu community is a valued part of our society. In the face of this act of hate, our community remains strong and resilient. I look forward to continue working with community leaders to promote diversity, respect, and freedom."
Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement on Republican's refusal to pass a Department of Homeland Security funding bill:
Today, Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) joined colleagues in sending a letter to the Administration requesting an urgent meeting to develop an emergency plan to discuss Somali remittances. Merchants Bank of California is the largest financial institution that handles the majority of money transfers from the U.S. to Somalia.
Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement after President Obama released his Fiscal Year 2016 budget request:
Yesterday, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a commitment of $1 billion to the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (Gavi). This money will help Gavi immunize 300 million children and save an estimated 5 million lives through 2020. The $1 billion commitment is subject to Congressional approval. Congressman Smith released the following statement supporting USAID's announcement:
Washington, D.C. - On the 42nd anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, House Republicans had planned on advancing extreme legislation that would have banned abortions after 20 weeks with the only exception being to protect the life of the mother. Due to strong opposition by Democrats and some Republicans, they instead introduced a bill that would disproportionately restrict low-income women's access to abortions and family planning services. Congressman Smith released the following statement opposing the legislation: