Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement in support of President Obama’s request for Economic Support Funds to Somalia: Washington, D.C. – Last week, Congressman Adam Smith wrote the House Appropriations Committee a letter expressing strong support for the President’s request of $87.7 million in Economic Support Funds to promote stability and economic … READ MORE
Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement on remittances to Somalia: “It’s now been over a month since Merchants Bank closed their accounts with Money Transfer Operators (MTOs) leaving Somali Americans in the 9th District and across the country without any avenues to send money to their families back home. This is an … READ MORE
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WA will remain at high-risk for fire for the next several days. Please stay safe and be vigilant about preventing the sparks that can start devastating fires.
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“While many are still under investigation, 90% of Washington's wildfires are human-caused — they could have been prevented. Do everything you can to prevent new fires from starting. Avoid activities that could cause sparks. Our firefighters need us to do our part. #WaWILDFIRE”Happy Labor Day! Today, we honor and celebrate the contributions of American workers.
This is a meaningful day for me. My father was a ramp serviceman at SeaTac Airport and active in the local Machinist’s Union. I know firsthand how important labor unions are in the lives of American workers and their families, which is why I have consistently supported workers’ rights and will continue to support legislation that protects our workforce as long as I am in Congress.
This year's Nat'l Children's Dental Health Month theme is "Water, Nature's Drink!" Check out how replacing sugar-sweetened drinks with water can lead to improved oral health and overall health for kids in link below.
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Choosing water (an added bonus if it's fluoridated water) over sweetened beverages to quench thirst and wash down food during and after meals can help set kids on a healthy path of good oral and overall health. #NCDHM #teethmatter
Remember the past. Celebrate the present. Transform the future. #BlackHistoryMonth #teethmatter
The 2021 WA state legislative session will be unlike any other as COVID-19 has forced the Legislature to work primarily remotely. Check out our blog to learn what's ahead, how to engage lawmakers, and how you can testify remotely in Senate and House hearings. #teethmatter http://ow.ly/Mik850D8WgA
Happy 2021 from your friends at Oral Health Watch. #teethmatter
Today is the final day for Washington residents to renew or enroll in dental and/or medical insurance on the state's health benefits exchange for coverage on January 1st. Call 855-923-4633 or click on the link to #GetCovered. #teethmatter #OpenEnrollment http://ow.ly/yTiV50CMgUo
Washington state residents have just today and tomorrow to sign up for dental and medical care insurance at #WAHealthPlanFinder for January 2021 coverage. Virtual help is available to answer any questions. #teethmatter #GetCovered #OpenEnrollment http://ow.ly/NQCf50CL05r
If haven't signed up for dental or medical care for your and your loved ones yet, now is the time to do so! Renew or enroll today using the link. #teethmatter #GetCovered #OpenEnrollment http://ow.ly/s2Qb50CKmcx
The deadline for Open Enrollment is almost here. You have until Tuesday, December 15 to create an account and submit an application for 2021 dental and medical coverage on the WA state health benefit exchange . #GetCovered #teethmatter
There's still time to sign up for dental and medical insurance through Washington Health Plan Finder. Enroll by 12/15 for January 2021 coverage. Click on the link to find a plan that works for you and to get virtual help. #teethmatter http://ow.ly/VB5o50CJ6Hw
More than 600,000 Washington residents have Apple Health coverage through Medicaid Expansion, providing essential dental and medical care benefits for people living in all 39 state counties. #teethmatter #GetCovered http://ow.ly/KZV250CIAsh
A friendly reminder to all that you have seven more days to sign up for dental and medical care coverage through the Washington Health Benefit Exchange in order to have coverage by Jan. 1, 2021. In some cases, coverage is free or discounted. #teethmatter #getcovered http://ow.ly/Veb550CH7k8
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) introduced the Empowering Individuals to Succeed Through Education and Workforce Training Act. This legislation would establish a new competitive grant program under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), dedicated exclusively to providing support services for individuals receiving workforce training and education. Barriers to receiving an education or obtaining the … READ MORE
Washington D.C. – Congressman Adam Smith released the following statement in response to the resignation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions: “As Attorney General, Jeff Sessions actively undermined voting rights and civil rights. Sessions has a horrific record when it comes to protecting the individual rights of American citizens, and I expressed my serious concerns with him at … READ MORE
Washington, D.C. – Today, House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-WA), House Homeland Security Committee Ranking Member Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), House Oversight & Government Reform Committee Ranking Member Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD), and 104 other House Democrats sent a letter calling on Secretary Mattis … READ MORE
