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As you may know, I recently accepted the top Republican position on the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Select Revenue Measures, which writes tax policy for Congress. It's quite an honor for me because my colleagues and I on this panel represent the first line of defense against higher taxes. According to the U.S. Constitution, any legislation concerning taxes must originate in the House of Representatives and by extension my committee.
Washington, D.C.– Constituents of Third District Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) are invited to meet with a representative of his office at mobile offices throughout the month of March in Hastings, Albion, Kearney, Ravenna, York, Clay Center, Broken Bow, and Beatrice.
At mobile offices, Third District residents can meet directly with one of Smith's staff members about federal issues and take advantage of the services available through his office.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL) and Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE), senior members of the House Ways and Means Committee and representatives of rural congressional districts, introduced two bills to improve rural access to healthcare this week.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) announced this week the addition of Brian Hofer to his Grand Island staff and Dillon Kuehn to his Washington, D.C. staff.
Washington, D.C.– Constituents of Third District Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) are invited to meet with a congressional caseworker from his office on Wednesday, February 27th in Albion and Fullerton.
Caseworker in Your Community is an opportunity for constituents to meet directly with one of Smith's congressional caseworkers who may be able to assist with federal agencies such as the VA, Social Security, Medicare, USCIS, or the IRS.
To watch a video of Rep. Smith's remarks, click here.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) made the following remarks on Wednesday during a hearing on Social Security reform and retirement policy before the House Ways and Means Committee.
I appreciate the opportunity to discuss ways we can help Americans plan and be ready for retirement.
I think there are many ways we can work together in this area on a bipartisan basis.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement this evening in response to President Donald Trump's State of the Union address.
"Tonight President Trump struck a tone of unity, positivity, and opportunity for Americans of all walks of life in his annual State of the Union address. With over 5 million jobs created and a rapidly expanding economy, President Trump has led the way on pro-growth initiatives such as tax reform and regulatory relief.
There isn't much to get excited about when it comes to healthcare these days. Obamacare has failed to deliver the affordable outcomes it promised in just about every way imaginable. The broken promise which troubles me most is President Obama's famous line, "if you like your healthcare plan, you can keep it," because this couldn't have been any further from the truth.
Washington, D.C. – The Nebraska Farm Bureau was recognized this week for its work on behalf of Nebraska's farmers and ranchers in implementing an association health plan to provide them greater access to healthcare. NEFB's Chief Administrator, Rob Robertson, testified before the full Ways and Means Committee on the outstanding results delivered to its participants through protections for pre-existing conditions and reduced premiums.
From Congressman Smith: