Rural Development
October 17, 2014
One of the issues I have heard most about is the Waters of the United States (WOTUS). This proposal would allow the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers to expand federal regulatory powers over waters of the U.S. under the Clean Water Act.
October 10, 2014
There are many barriers to our increased financial and economic success including time, capital, and taxes. One of the hidden obstacles to economic growth is the built-in cost of federal regulations on the products we buy and costs of living.
Issues:EconomyJobsRural Development
October 2, 2014
The economy, culture, and values of rural America are largely shaped by agriculture. This is especially true of Nebraska’s Third Congressional District.
September 18, 2014
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) has been named a Guardian of Small Business for his record of voting for policies which support America’s small-businesses during the 113th Congress.
August 7, 2014
For rural America, access to commercial air service is more than a convenience; it helps connect us to the rest of the nation and encourages economic growth.
February 20, 2014
Nebraska Congressman Adrian Smith has introduced a bill that would repeal the portion of the federal health care law which places time limits on certain patients at certain hospitals.
February 7, 2014
Rural Nebraska truly is the heartland of America. I grew up here, and would never live anywhere else. While there are many advantages and benefits to living in rural areas, there are also challenges.
February 6, 2014
Many rural hospitals are praising Congressman Adrian Smith's most recent legislation. He introduced the Critical Access Hospital Relief Act today, that would repeal the 96-hour rule.
Issues:Health CareRural Development
February 5, 2014
Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) introduced the Critical Access Hospital Relief Act which would repeal the burdensome 96-Hour rule now being enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
December 13, 2013
There is a significant shortage of physicians, particularly primary care physicians, in rural areas which hurts communities in places like Nebraska’s Third District. There are three or fewer primary care physicians in 45 of the 75 counties in our district.
Issues:Health CareRural Development