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Smith Introduces Bill to Ease Burdens on Hospitals

June 12, 2013

Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) introduced H.R. 2329, the Administrative Relief and Accurate Medicare Payments Act of 2013 with 12 original cosponsors.

Issues:Health Care

A Long-Term Solution for Student Loan Interest Rates

June 6, 2013

Columns

Without action, millions of recent college graduates and other borrowers could see the interest rates on their student loans double on July 1 of this year.

Issues:Education

Smith says new Farm Bill needed

June 1, 2013

In The News

KOTA TV

Congressman Adrian Smith was back in Nebraska's 3rd District this week, and he says getting a new Farm Bill deal reached remains a big priority for him.

Issues:Agriculture

Health Care Law Expands IRS Authority

May 31, 2013

Columns

Americans of all political persuasions are rightfully outraged by recent revelations of political targeting by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Adding to the concern, the IRS will be the chief enforcer of the many new health care mandates set to be implemented during the next year.

Issues:Health CareTaxesWays & Means

Fighting for our Veterans

May 24, 2013

Columns

Memorial Day is a time set aside every year to honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our nation. We also thank all of our veterans who have defended our freedoms. While we can never adequately express our gratitude for the sacrifices of America’s veterans, I am working with my colleagues to ensure our heroes have access to the care and resources they deserve.

Issues:Veterans

Smith Releases District Schedule

May 23, 2013

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today released his public schedule for May 28-29, 2013. The events listed below are open to the publc:

Smith Votes for Long-Term Fix for Student Loan Interest Rates

May 23, 2013

Press Release

Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) voted in favor or H.R. 1911, the Smarter Solutions for Students Act, which prevents interest rates from doubling on millions of student loans on July 1, 2013. The legislation would permanently move all federal student loans (except Perkins loans) to a market-based interest rate and get Congress out of the business of setting student loan interest rates. This commonsense proposal is similar to a plan put forth by President Obama’s 2014 budget request.

Issues:Education

Congressman Smith quizzes IRS head about targetting conservative groups

May 20, 2013

In The News

Brent Martin

Nebraska Radio Network

Congressman Adrian Smith questions Acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller about the added scrutiny the IRS gave to conservative groups seeking tax exempt status during a Congressional hearing in Washington.

Issues:TaxesWays & Means

The Importance of Congressional Oversight

May 17, 2013

Columns

It has been a busy week in Washington. Congress is investigating several situations including the targeting of certain political organizations by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and reports the Secretary of Health and Human Services may have improperly solicited outside funds to help implement the health care law. Many important questions remain, underscoring the need for Congress to continue its oversight of the executive branch.

Issues:Ways & Means

Smith Votes to Repeal President’s Health Care Law

May 16, 2013

Press Release

Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) made the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 45, to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010:

Issues:Health CareWays & Means

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