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December 11, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks – House Debate of Lower Costs, More Transparency Act

“The Lower Costs, More Transparency Act empowers patients and will lower health care costs for millions of Americans.” As prepared…

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June 21, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks – Opening Statement on Taiwan Trade Legislation

As prepared for delivery. “Congress is sending a bipartisan message to President Biden today that we will not sit idly…

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June 20, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks – Opening Statement for the CHOICE Arrangement Act

As prepared for delivery. “We are here today considering this legislation because we have listened to the American people and…

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June 20, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks – Opening Statement on the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act

As prepared for delivery. “If you visit any Main Street in America, you’ll see that small businesses are struggling. Today’s…

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June 20, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks – Opening Statement on the Employer Reporting Improvement Act

As prepared for delivery. “I appreciate the opportunity to say a few words about the Employer Reporting Improvement Act before…

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May 31, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks: Fiscal Responsibility Act

As prepared for delivery. “This debate was a long time coming. Not because it’s complicated, but because Democrats couldn’t accept…

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May 24, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks – House Joint Resolution 39 Veto Override

As prepared for delivery. “Two weeks ago, the Ways and Means Committee held a hearing at the port of Staten…

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May 11, 2023 Chairman Smith on the House Floor: H.R. 1163, the Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act

As prepared for delivery. “This crucial legislation will finally protect taxpayers and victims of fraud against the largest theft of tax…

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April 26, 2023 Chairman Smith Floor Remarks: Limit, Save, Grow Act

As prepared for delivery. “Thank you, Mr./Madame Speaker.   “Today’s fiscal crisis threatens all Americans.   “We are here today…

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