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March 8, 2012

Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement in commemoration of National Agriculture Day:

“Nebraska’s agricultural producers embody the can-do spirit which makes our nation exceptional,” said Smith. “Our farmers and ranchers provide nourishment around the world and continue to contribute to one of the brightest parts of our economy. This alone is a tremendous source of pride for Nebraskans. National Agriculture Day gives us an opportunity to reflect on the important role producers play in America’s success story.”

Issues:Agriculture
March 5, 2012

Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) has joined a bipartisan group of 195 Members of Congress, in writing a letter to President Obama asking he abandon a proposal in his recent budget plan which raises fees on commercial and general aviation.

March 2, 2012
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Our nation faces unprecedented economic challenges, and rural communities are certainly not immune. Agriculture plays a critical role in the economic outlook of Nebraska, and certainly our country and the entire world. In fact, the typical Nebraska farmer feeds 155 people per year, a great source of pride for our state. So, it goes without saying the next Farm Bill is critically important to Nebraska’s agriculture economy, and we must get it right.

Issues:AgricultureRural Development
March 1, 2012

Washington, D.C.Constituents of Third District Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) will be able to meet with a representative of Congressman Smith’s Grand Island office for a “mobile office” on Wednesday, March 7, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (CT) in Hastings.

March 1, 2012

Washington, D.C.Constituents of Third District Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) will be able to meet with a representative of Congressman Smith’s Grand Island office for a “mobile office” on Thursday, March 8, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (CT) in Crete.

March 1, 2012

Washington, D.C.Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) announced today he recently visited Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan and Armenia in conjunction with the House Democracy Partnership (HDP). The purpose of this bipartisan Congressional delegation was to conduct meetings with Pakistani legislative and government officials, launch a new HDP partnership with the Kyrgyzstan legislature, and conduct meetings related to democratic development and bilateral foreign policy issues in Armenia. A scheduled visit to Afghanistan was cancelled due to weather in the region.

Issues:Trade
February 29, 2012
Rep. Adrian Smith questioned Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on cutbacks in funding of Critical Access Hospitals in President Obama's proposed 2013 budget.