Washington D.C. – Congressman Adam Smith released the following statement in response to the Justice Department announcement that it plans to phase out the use of private prisons: “I applaud the Justice Department’s decision to end its use of private prisons. The recent Justice Department Inspector General findings highlights the safety and efficiency problems common … READ MORE
Setting detention goals for immigrants is a waste of taxpayer dollars THE Northwest Detention Center is a large, privately operated detention facility in the Tacoma Tideflats that has been in the news a lot this past year. Despite multiple hunger strikes, public protests and the introduction of federal legislation to address issues at the … READ MORE
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If you vowed to drink more water this 2022, here are a few tips to help you keep your New Year's resolution. #teethmatter
Today is the last day of the open enrollment period for dental and medical coverage starting in the new year. Enroll today to #GetCovered! #teetmatter https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org
Washington residents just have two more days to renew or enroll in dental and medical coverage for 2022. In many cases, coverage is discounted or even free. #teethmatter http://ow.ly/rPyl50HaKu8
There's still time to sign up for health coverage at @Waplanfinder to ensure dental and health coverage in January 2022. #teethmatter #GetCovered http://ow.ly/h8f050H9IIz
There's still time to sign up for dental and medical insurance through @WAPlanfinder. Enroll by 12/15 for January 2022 coverage. Click on the link to find a plan that works for you and to get virtual help. #teethmatter http://ow.ly/5ExY50H5wHJ
Providing dental care access is important for people with HIV/AIDS. That's because people with the human immunodeficiency virus are at special risk for oral health problems, including chronic dry mouth and gum disease, resulting in pain and other problems. #WorldAIDSDay #teethmatter
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Happy Thanksgiving from Oral Health Watch.
A friendly reminder: You have until Jan. 15th to renew or enroll in medical and dental coverage at @waplanfinder. In many cases, coverage is free or discounted. #teethmatter http://ow.ly/Nnf250GQ8US
Congratulations to the people of Calgary and kudos to city leaders for restoring water fluoridation so that all residents have access to a modern day health standard. #teethmatter http://ow.ly/VOFX50GPeI9
On this day, we honor all current and former members of the Armed Services. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
The latest numbers from Statist report that the average American drank 38.8 gallons of soft drinks in 2018. That's a lot of sugar! Choose water instead (fluoridated water is best) to stay hydrated and quench thirst. #teethmatter #SugarAwarenessWeek http://ow.ly/iLzp50GKI9s
RT @TheDemocrats: Five years ago, Vice President @KamalaHarris gave powerful remarks on the National Mall during the first Women’s Ma… https://t.co/tORWwz4cU5
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Today, we recommit ourselves to Dr. MLK, Jr.’s vision of equal rights and opportunity. Civil rights leaders, faith… https://t.co/XJniMFZ3Ca
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This is a somber day, but we can and should mark it with a commitment to action. (4/4)
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What can we do? We can continue to fight to pass voting rights legislation and to end the filibuster. We can elect… https://t.co/IthldJECRO
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And although we should use today to reflect on what happened one year ago, we must also look ahead: the threats tha… https://t.co/SgGcBNWB3b
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The attack on the U.S. Capitol one year ago today was one of the darkest moments in our country's history. On Janua… https://t.co/wBIoJhBaSg
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) announced the successful inclusion of $8,148,000 million in the FY 2022 House appropriations bills for ten community projects in the 9th District. “I am thrilled the House appropriations bills includes funding for the ten projects I submitted that will help address growing inequities and underinvestment in our communities,” said Rep. Adam … READ MORE
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) announced the successful inclusion of $20 million in funding for eleven transportation-related projects in the Ninth District as part of the INVEST in America Act that passed the House today. “I am proud to have secured funding for eleven transportation projects in the Ninth District in the INVEST in America Act,” said … READ MORE
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) submitted Community Project Funding requests to the House Committee on Appropriations for consideration in the FY 2022 appropriations bill. Each Representative may request funding for up to ten projects in their community for fiscal year 2022. “I am proud to submit requests for these ten critical projects in Washington’s … READ MORE
