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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:

Today marks the 5th year anniversary of Citizens United, a Supreme Court decision that allows corporations to spend freely in federal elections. This decision was a significant change from years of government efforts to regulate the power of corporations in campaign finance. Congressman Smith (D-WA) joined many colleagues in the House of Representatives today to introduce the Democracy for All Amendment. This would amend the U.S. Constitution to grant states' and Congress the authority to strip the ability for corporations to spend unlimited resources in elections.

Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement after the President's State of the Union speech: