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February 22, 2019

Constituents of Third District Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) are invited to meet with a congressional caseworker from his office on Wednesday, March 6th in Pawnee City and Tecumseh.

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.

Smith, who has offices in Grand Island and Scottsbluff, will provide a caseworker at the following times and locations:

Wednesday, March 6

February 22, 2019
Columns

Access to quality healthcare is among the most important issues facing the country today, especially for aging Americans. In rural areas, such as Nebraska's Third District, this is even more true. Nearly 50 million Americans, or one in seven, rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs in retirement or when disabled. The House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Health, of which I am a member, is responsible for writing the policies which govern Medicare and ensuring it meets patients' needs.

Issues:Health CareRural DevelopmentWays & Means
February 15, 2019
Columns

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.

Issues:JobsTaxesWays & Means
February 13, 2019

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.

February 8, 2019
Columns

**To download the audio version of this column, click here.**

Issues:TaxesWays & Means
February 8, 2019

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.

February 7, 2019

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.

February 7, 2019

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.

February 6, 2019


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.

February 5, 2019

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.