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As the Israel-Hamas War continues, 111 of the 251 hostages taken by Hamas terrorists in the October 7th attacks remain in Gaza. This week, in southern Gaza, Israeli forces recovered five bodies of hostages killed by their Hamas captors. Of the American citizens taken hostage, eight have yet to be recovered, and, tragically, three of these are known to have lost their lives. It remains uncertain how many other hostages are still alive.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), released the following statement after the Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint meeting of Congress.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement after the Committee on Ways and Means passed bipartisan legislation which included policy from his bill with Rep. Gwen Moore (D-WI) to improve child welfare services.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) and Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) introduced the IRS Overreach Prevention Act. The legislation would prohibit the IRS from continuing or developing a successor to its in-house Direct File pilot program.
The members released the following statements:
The attempted assassination of President Trump at a campaign rally held north of Pittsburgh last weekend has shocked the nation. Thankfully and miraculously, this heinous act of violence failed to take the former president’s life. To the relief of millions of Americans across the country, Trump was escorted away from the event with no life-threatening injuries.
Securing our country’s borders and safeguarding the American people are fundamental responsibilities of the federal government. Ongoing human trafficking at the border is a humanitarian crisis, and the smuggling of fentanyl and other illicit substances poses a serious risk to Americans.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) is currently accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Youth Advisory Council. Third District students who are current high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors are encouraged to submit their application by July 31st.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), released the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's recent announcement it expects to finalize Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) numbers for biofuels under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for years 2026-2028 in December 2025, despite a statutory requirement the RVO numbers be finalized November 1, 2024.
On July 4, 1851, the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the federal government embarked on a project to add two major wings to the U.S. Capitol Building and enlarge its dome. In the ensuing decade, through Congress’ most contentious years then the first three years of the Civil War, construction carried on. In December 1863, the Statue of Freedom was installed on the now completed dome, signifying confidence the Union would be preserved at a fateful moment in American history.
Washington, D.C. – Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), released the following statement on the June 28 shooting in Crete, NE.
"My heart sank upon learning of the violence which took place in Crete yesterday. The response and cooperation of local and state law enforcement has been exemplary. I also commend the emergency personnel who provided immediate medical care. I am thankful to know those injured are recovering and am praying for their full recovery."
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