SMITH, CHRISTOPHER H. (a Representative from New Jersey)
Articles and editorials
Blind Activist Calls for Help—A Chinese Lawyer Is Under Constant Surveillance Following His Release From Prison, Radio Free Asia (organization), H6651 [14SE]
Europeans Should Not Forget Their Most Pressing Moral Issue—Abortion, Nicholas Windsor, First Things (publication), E2228
Bills and resolutions cosponsored
Africa: provide assistance to expand, improve, support, and promote higher education in the countries of sub-Saharan Africa (see H.R. 4392), H2877 [26AP]
al Shabaab (terrorist organization): condemn practice of child conscription in the Horn of Africa (see H. Res. 1596), H6572 [30JY]
Alcoholic beverages: support State based alcohol regulation, clarify evidentiary rules for alcohol matters, and ensure collection of all alcohol taxes (see H.R. 5034), H7155 (see H.R. 5034), H7213 [28SE]
Americans With Disabilities Act: anniversary (see H. Res. 1504), H6043 [26JY]
Animal Welfare Act: provide further protection for puppies (see H.R. 5434), H6990 [23SE]
Appropriations: establish an earmark moratorium, reduce discretionary spending by amount saved, and establish bicameral, bipartisan committee on budgetary, spending, and earmark processes (see H. Res. 1289), H2843 [22AP]
Argentina: anniversary of Argentine Israelite Mutual Association bombing in Buenos Aires (see H. Con. Res. 295), H5502 [1JY]
Armed Forces: call for the President to overturn the policy that prohibits sending a Presidential letter of condolence to the family of a member who has died by suicide (see H. Res. 1229), H2459 [25MR]
———eliminate per-fiscal year calculation of days of certain active duty or service used to reduce minimum age at which Reserve component members may retire for non-regular service (see H.R. 4947), H2877 [26AP]
———mint coins in commemoration of Army Five-Star Generals and alumni of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College (see H.R. 1177), H2844 [22AP]
Baltic States: anniversary of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania reestablishing full independence (see H. Con. Res. 267), H7615 [18NO]
Burma: condemn undemocratic upcoming elections (see H. Res. 1677), H7395 [29SE]
Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (see H. Res. 1008), H139 [13JA]
Chile: express support for miners trapped in Copiapo mining disaster and rescue efforts by the Chilean Government and other parties (see H. Res. 1662), H7154 (see H. Res. 1662), H7211 [28SE]
China: prohibit importation of plastinated human remains from China (see H.R. 5524), H6804 [16SE]
Colombia: reaffirm longstanding friendship and alliance with the U.S., recognize commitment to the democratic process, and congratulate President-elect Juan Manuel Santos (see H. Res. 1465), H4780 [23JN]
Credit: permanently increase conforming loan limits for the housing-related Government-sponsored enterprises and the FHA maximum mortgage amount limitations (see H.R. 2483), H3658 [19MY]
Crime: enhance law enforcement, support victims, and increase penalties relative to domestic sex trafficking of minors (see H. Res. 1379), H3658 [19MY]
———prevent video depictions of animal cruelty (see H.R. 5092), H3014 [28AP] (see H.R. 5566), H4676 [22JN]
Cuba: recognize life of political prisoner Orlando Zapata Tamayo, who died in custody, and call for continued focus on promotion of human rights in Cuba (see H. Con. Res. 252), H1397 [12MR]
Cyprus: call for protection of religious sites and artifacts from and in Turkish-occupied areas of northern Cyprus as well as for general respect for religious freedom (see H. Res. 1631), H6803 [16SE]
Dept. of Education: anniversary of Impact Aid Program (see H. Res. 1641), H6880 [22SE]
Dept. of HHS: reauthorize special diabetes programs for type I diabetes and Indians (see H.R. 3668), H6683 [14SE]
Dept. of Homeland Security: adjust status for certain Haitian orphans paroled into the U.S. after the earthquake (see H.R. 5283), H4216 [28MY]
Dept. of Justice: establish a grant program to benefit domestic minor victims of sex trafficking (see H.R. 5575), H4778 [23JN]
———prohibit funding for prosecution in Article III courts of individuals involved in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks (see H.R. 4556), H470 [2FE]
Dept. of State: submit to Congress an annual report on exports of weapons and related services by Belarus and Belarusian enterprises (see H.R. 4436), H138 [13JA]
Dept. of the Treasury: authorize issuance of U.S. bonds to fund Alzheimer's disease research (see H.R. 6169), H6879 [22SE]
Dept. of Veterans Affairs: improve the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (see H.R. 5933), H6881 [22SE]
Developing countries: protect girls through prevention of child marriage (see H.R. 6521), H8598 [16DE]
Diseases: provide grants and assistance to improve services for individuals with autism and their families and expand the number of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education (see H.R. 5756), H5675 [15JY]
Domestic policy: temporarily extend certain programs (see H.R. 5453), H4213 [28MY]
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1343), H3310 [11MY]
Europe: express that France and other member states of NATO and the European Union should decline to sell major weapons systems or offensive military equipment to Russia (see H. Res. 982), H2643 [15AP]
Executive Office of the President: establish the Office of the National Alzheimer's Project (see H.R. 4689), H931 [25FE]
Firearms: update certain procedures applicable to commerce in firearms and remove certain Federal restrictions on interstate firearms transactions (see H.R. 1074), H6880 [22SE]
Greece: anniversary of Battle of Marathon (see H. Res. 1704), H8089 [7DE]
———independence anniversary (see H. Res. 1107), H833 [24FE]
Guinea: condemn violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and human rights abuses (see H. Res. 1013), H140 [13JA]
Haiti: express condolences and support to citizens in aftermath of earthquake, support relief efforts, and commend crews of USNS Comfort and other naval vessels for medical relief efforts (see H. Res. 1048), H603 [4FE]
Health: ensure an up or down vote on certain health care legislation (see H. Res. 1188), H1657 [18MR]
———provide for incentives to encourage health insurance coverage (see H.R. 3400), H2504 [13AP]
———provide for incentives to encourage health insurance coverage (H.R. 3400), pass (see H.R. 4910), H2580 [14AP]
House of Representatives: require any conference committee or other meetings held to determine health care legislation be conducted publicly (see H. Res. 847), H41 [12JA]
Hurley, Bob, Sr.: Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee (see H. Res. 1319), H3078 [29AP]
Indonesia: end human rights crisis in Papua and West Papua (see H. Res. 1355), H6574 [30JY]
Iran: call for release of Taqi Kalaji, condemn human rights violations, and impose further sanctions against the Government (see H. Res. 1118), H933 [25FE]
———prevent import or export of materials, equipment, goods and technology useful for any nuclear, biological, chemical, missile, or conventional arms programs (see H.R. 4896), H1817 [20MR]
Iraq: deplore ongoing violence by Iraqi security forces against the residents of Camp Ashraf and call on Iraqi Government to ensure the well-being of such residents (see H. Res. 704), H610 [9FE]
Israel: authorize assistance for the Iron Dome anti-missile defense system (see H.R. 5327), H3703 [20MY]
———express condolences to families of victims of forest fire (see H. Res. 1751), H8089 [7DE]
———recognize independence anniversary and reaffirm relationship with the U.S. and right of self-defense (see H. Con. Res. 260), H2643 [15AP]
Japan: condemn abduction of U.S. children, return such children to custodial parent or original jurisdiction for a custody determination, and provide parents access to their children (see H. Res. 1326), H3201 [5MY]
Korea, Democratic People's Republic of: condemn unprovoked military attack against South Korea (see H. Res. 1735), H7644 [29NO]
Kyrgyzstan: democracy efforts (see H. Res. 1520), H5675 [15JY]
Medicaid: cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care (see H.R. 1625), H7644 [29NO]
Medicare: improve diagnosis and treatment of lymphedema and reduce costs relative to treatment of complications of lymphedema (see H.R. 4662), H6573 [30JY]
———provide coverage of comprehensive Alzheimer's disease and other dementia diagnosis and services to improve care and outcomes by increasing detection, diagnosis, care, and planning (see H.R. 5926), H6402 (see H.R. 5926), H6454 [29JY]
———repeal competitive acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) in a budget neutral manner (see H.R. 3790), H3014 [28AP]
Mother Teresa: commemorate anniversary of birth and honor life and legacy (see H. Res. 1615), H6805 [16SE]
Mother's Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1295), H3080 [29AP]
National Adoption Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1648), H6880 [22SE]
National Adoption Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1648), H6880 [22SE]
National Baseball Hall of Fame: mint coins in recognition and celebration (see H.R. 6534), H8597 [16DE]
National Day of Prayer: appeal district court ruling on constitutionality and express support for institution (see H. Res. 1279), H3275 [6MY]
———constitutionality (see H. Res. 1273), H3275 [6MY]
National Day of Recognition for Long-Term Care Physicians: designate (see H. Con. Res. 244), H1519 [16MR]
National Firearms Registration and Transfer Record: provide an amnesty period during which veterans and their families can register certain firearms (see H.R. 442), H6990 [23SE]
National Men's Health Week: observance (see H. Con. Res. 288), H4424 [14JN]
National Nurses Week: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1261), H2845 [22AP]
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1485), H6043 [26JY]
National Stalking Awareness Month: establish (see H. Res. 960), H141 [13JA]
Navy: improve the littoral combat ship program (see H.R. 6494), H8089 [7DE]
New Orleans Saints (football team): tribute (see H. Res. 1079, 1079), H1029 [2MR]
Nuclear weapons: reduce number and accessibility and prevent proliferation, and direct a portion of the resulting savings towards child survival, hunger and universal education (see H. Res. 278), H2845 [22AP]
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: modify special rules relating to coverage of abortion services (see H.R. 5111), H2842 [22AP]
———repeal (see H.R. 4903), H2460 [25MR] (see H.R. 4910), H2580 [14AP] (see H.R. 4972), H2458 [25MR]
Poland: express sympathy to citizens and surviving families of victims of airplane crash in Russia, solidarity with people and Polish-American communities, and support for restoration of leadership (see H. Res. 1246), H2578 [14AP]
———honor victims of Soviet police on the anniversary of the Katyn massacre and urge Russia to declassify all official records and cooperate with investigations of such massacre (see H. Res. 1323), H3123 [4MY]
Radio Free Asia: permanently authorize (see H.R. 4886), H2505 [13AP]
Romania: celebrate anniversary of relations with the U.S., commend Romanian people on achievements, and reaffirm bonds of trust and values with the U.S. (see H. Con. Res. 291), H5921 [21JY]
Securing America's Future Economy (SAFE) Commission: establish (see H.R. 1557), H140 [13JA]
Sergeant Christopher R. Hrbek Post Office Building, Westwood, NJ: designate (see H.R. 4628), H646 [22FE]
Small business: repeal expansion of information reporting requirements for certain payments to corporations (see H.R. 5141), H3080 [29AP]
Staff Sergeant Frank T. Carvill and Lance Corporal Michael A. Schwarz Post Office Building, Carlstadt, NJ: designate (see H.R. 5133), H2843 [22AP]
Strengthening the Mid-Atlantic Region for Tomorrow (SMART) Research and Development Compact: grant congressional consent (see H.R. 6308), H7391 [29SE]
Sudan: implement Comprehensive Peace Agreement between Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army to help ensure peace and stability (see H. Res. 1588), H6572 [30JY]
Taiwan: accord observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (see H. Con. Res. 266), H4023 (see H. Con. Res. 266), H4085 [27MY]
———support U.N. membership (see H. Con. Res. 316), H7398 [29SE]
Taiwanese American Heritage Week: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1352), H3484 [13MY]
``Taps'': designate musical piece as National Song of Remembrance (see H.R. 6034), H6569 [30JY]
Taxation: reduce excise tax rate on beer produced domestically by certain small producers (see H.R. 4278), H4678 [22JN]
———reduce tobacco smuggling (see H.R. 5178), H3077 [29AP]
Terrorism: strike medals in commemoration of anniversary of terrorist attacks and establishment of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center (see H.R. 4684), H4215 [28MY]
Thailand: urge peaceful and democratic resolution of political problems (see H. Res. 1321), H4975 (see H. Res. 1321), H5204 [29JN]
Transportation: allow public transit agencies to use Federal transit funds for day-to-day operating expenses (see H.R. 2746), H6573 [30JY]
———prohibit transportation of horses in vehicles containing 2 or more levels stacked on top of one another (see H.R. 305), H6990 [23SE]
U.S. Marshals Service: mint coins in commemoration of anniversary (see H.R. 5680), H5618 [14JY]
U.S. Olympic Committee: tribute to U.S. Paralympics Team (see H. Res. 1479), H6043 [26JY]
Uganda: condemn terrorist attacks in Kampala (see H. Res. 1538), H5818 [20JY]
Ukraine: support continued political and economic development (see H. Res. 981), H41 [12JA]
Venezuela: designate as a state sponsor of terrorism (see H. Res. 872), H473 [2FE]
Vietnam: impose sanctions on individuals who are complicit in human rights abuses against nationals of Vietnam or their families (see H.R. 6433), H7614 [18NO]
World War II: commemorate anniversary Auschwitz liberation, honor Nazi concentration camp victims, commend those who helped defeat the Nazi regime, enhance Holocaust education, and combat anti-Semitism (see H. Res. 1044), H473 [2FE]
———ensure all U.S. Holocaust survivors are able to live remaining years with dignity, comfort, and security (see H. Con. Res. 323), H7394 [29SE]
———tribute to Armed Forces members who gave their lives in the June 6, 1944 (D-Day), amphibious landing at Normandy, France (see H. Res. 1251), H2800 [21AP]
Yunus, Muhammad: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 2000), H5546 [13JY]
Bills and resolutions introduced
Abortion: ensure that women seeking an abortion are fully informed relative to pain experienced by the unborn child (see H.R. 5276), H3310 [11MY]
———prohibit taxpayer funded abortions and provide for conscience protections (see H.R. 5939), H6403 (see H.R. 5939), H6455 [29JY]
Belarus: urge conduct of a free and fair Presidential election and express support for the Belarusian people's desire for democratic government that respects human rights and the rule of law (see H. Res. 1716), H7499 [16NO]
Burma: call on military regime to recognize Rohingya people as full and equal citizens and lift all restrictions on them, and end religious and ethnic persecution throughout the country (see H. Res. 1710), H7396 [29SE]
China: call for release of Chen Guangcheng and his relatives from house arrest and cease persecuting and harassing Chen Guangcheng, his relatives, and supporters (see H. Res. 1650), H6880 [22SE]
Dept. of Defense: establish a Director of Anti-Trafficking Policies (see H.R. 5195), H3078 [29AP]
Dept. of State: provide for additional reporting and briefing on anti-Semitism around the world and enhance actions and funding to monitor and combat anti-Semitism (see H.R. 6277), H7390 [29SE]
Iraq: condemn violence and threats against vulnerable religious communities, in particular the attack against Our Lady of Salvation Church in Baghdad (see H. Res. 1725), H7614 [18NO]
Law enforcement: mandate reporting requirements for sex offenders intending to travel internationally, provide notice to the destination, and prevent entry to the U.S. by foreign sex offenders (see H.R. 5138), H2876 [26AP]
Nobel Prize: recognition of Liu Xiaobo for peace (see H. Res. 1717), H7499 [16NO]
Nuclear energy: require a nuclear power facility licensee to notify the NRC and State and local authorities within 24 hours of an unplanned release of radionuclides in excess of allowable limits (see H.R. 6386), H7394 [29SE]
South Africa: tribute to successful convictions for human trafficking (see H. Res. 1412), H4023 (see H. Res. 1412), H4084 [27MY]
Spina Bifida Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1664), H7154 (see H. Res. 1664), H7212 [28SE]
Srebrenica Remembrance Day: designate (see H. Res. 1423), H4215 [28MY]
Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: amend (see H.R. 6083), H6626 [10AU]
Sudan: recognize anniversary of signing of Comprehensive Peace Agreement between Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army and call for urgent and aggressive actions to establish peace in all regions (see H. Res. 1019), H265 [20JA]
Taxation: allow a refundable credit for tuition expenses incurred for each qualifying child of the taxpayer in attending public or private elementary or secondary school (see H.R. 5060), H2640 [15AP]
Vietnam: condemn human rights violations against villagers of Con Dau in Da Nang, call for U.N. investigation, and urge the Dept. of State to monitor such violations (see H. Res. 1572), H6405 (see H. Res. 1572), H6457 [29JY]
Eulogies
Franks, Bob: by Christine Todd Whitman, H2794 [21AP]
———by Christopher J. Christie, Governor of New Jersey, H2793 [21AP]
———by John R. Kasich, H2795 [21AP]
———by Jon Corzine, H2794 [21AP]
———by Thomas H. Kean, H2795 [21AP]
Letters
Mandate reporting requirements for sex offenders intending to travel internationally, provide notice to the destination, and prevent entry to the U.S. by foreign sex offenders: Ernie Allen, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, H6096 [27JY]
Remarks
Abortion: pro choice versus right to life, E2228
Afghanistan: tribute to humanitarian aid workers, doctors, and nurses killed in attack in Badakhshan Province (H. Res. 1661), H7056 [28SE]
Baltic States: anniversary of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania reestablishing full independence (H. Con. Res. 267), H8058 [7DE]
Budget: reconciliation of the concurrent resolution relative to health care reform, student loan reform, school construction and renovation, and other education initiatives (H.R. 4872), H1910
———reconciliation of the concurrent resolution relative to health care reform, student loan reform, school construction and renovation, and other education initiatives (H.R. 4872), consideration (H. Res. 1203), H1830 [21MR]
———reconciliation of the concurrent resolution relative to health care reform, student loan reform, school construction and renovation, and other education initiatives (H.R. 4872), motion to recommit, H2168 [21MR]
Catholic Schools Week: recognize goals and honor contributions of Catholic schools (H. Res. 1008), H163
Chile: express support for miners trapped in Copiapo mining disaster and rescue efforts by the Chilean Government and other parties (H. Res. 1662), H7057 [28SE]
China: anniversary of persecution of Falun Gong (H. Res. 605), H1478
———persecution of Chen Guangcheng, H6651 [14SE]
Citizen Diplomacy Day: designate (H. Res. 1402), H8048 [7DE]
Coughlin, Daniel P.: tribute (H. Res. 1216), H2737
Cuba: call for release of political prisoners, H2252, H2253, H2254 [23MR]
———democracy efforts, H2252, H2253, H2254 [23MR]
———human rights violations, H2252, H2253, H2254 [23MR]
———insist upon freedom, democracy, and human rights before increasing U.S. trade and tourism, H2253 [23MR]
Cyprus: call for protection of religious sites and artifacts from and in Turkish-occupied areas of northern Cyprus as well as for general respect for religious freedom (H. Res. 1631), H7052 [28SE]
Dept. of Defense: expedite congressional defense export review period for Israel and extend war reserves stockpile authority (S. 3847), H7043 [28SE]
Dept. of Justice: establish a grant program to benefit victims of sex trafficking (S. 2925), H8898 [21DE]
Dept. of State: list Vietnam as a ``Country of Particular Concern'' relative to religious freedom (H. Res. 20), H8477, H8478, H8479 [15DE]
Dept. of Veterans Affairs: display in each facility a Women Veterans Bill of Rights (H.R. 5953), H7738
Diseases: Lyme disease awareness and treatment programs, E1872
———provide for enhanced treatment, support, services, and research for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (H.R. 2413), H2922, H2923
———provide grants and assistance to improve services for individuals with autism and their families and expand the number of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education (H.R. 5756), H6845 [22SE]
Executive Office of the President: establish the Office of the National Alzheimer's Project (S. 3036), H8371 [15DE]
Greece: anniversary of Battle of Marathon (H. Res. 1704), H8046 [7DE]
Health: national policy to provide health care and reform insurance procedures (H.R. 3590), H1565 [17MR], H1910
———national policy to provide health care and reform insurance procedures (H.R. 3590), consideration (H. Res. 1203), H1830 [21MR]
———prohibit Federal funding of abortions, H7738
———prohibit Federal funding of abortions under any national health care plan, H1910
Israel: express condolences to families of victims of forest fire (H. Res. 1751), H8057 [7DE]
———support right of self-defense and condemn outside efforts to break blockade of Gaza, H4577 [16JN]
Japan: condemn abduction of U.S. children, return such children to custodial parent or original jurisdiction for a custody determination, and provide parents access to their children, E1939
———condemn abduction of U.S. children, return such children to custodial parent or original jurisdiction for a custody determination, and provide parents access to their children (H. Res. 1326), H7044, H7046, H7047 [28SE]
Korea, Democratic People's Republic of: condemn unprovoked military attack against South Korea (H. Res. 1735), H7723 [30NO]
Law enforcement: mandate reporting requirements for sex offenders intending to travel internationally, provide notice to the destination, and prevent entry to the U.S. by foreign sex offenders (H.R. 5138), H6094, H6096 [27JY]
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month: observance, E1968
National Autism Awareness Month: designate (H. Res. 1033), H2921, H2923
Nobel Prize: recognition of Liu Xiaobo for peace, E2252
———recognition of Liu Xiaobo for peace (H. Res. 1717), H8050, H8054, H8055 [7DE]
Ships and vessels: transfer naval vessels to certain foreign recipients (S. 3847), H7043 [28SE]
South Africa: tribute to successful convictions for human trafficking (H. Res. 1412), H5273 [30JN]
Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act: amend (S. 3751), H7188 [28SE]
Sudan: implement Comprehensive Peace Agreement between Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army to help ensure peace and stability (H. Res. 1588), H7054 [28SE]
Supreme Court: anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision, H311, H313 [21JA]
Treaties and agreements: implement defense trade cooperation treaties with the United Kingdom and Australia (S. 3847), H7043 [28SE]
Uganda: develop a strategy to support efforts to protect civilians and eliminate threat posed by the Lord's Resistance Army and authorize funds for relief, reconstruction, and transitional justice (S. 1067), H3412 [12MY]
Remarks in House relative to
Special order: granted, H1516 [16MR], H1593 [17MR], H4383 [10JN], H4595 [16JN], H6658 [14SE], H7431 [15NO], H7498 [16NO], H7545 [17NO], H8351 [14DE], H8782 [17DE]
Statements
I Have No Enemies—My Final Statement: Liu Xiaobo, H8051 [7DE]
Patient Perspectives on the Research Gaps in Tick Borne Diseases: Time for Lyme (organization), Lyme Disease Association and California Lyme Disease Association, E1872
Tributes
Franks, Bob, H2792, H2793 [21AP]
Handleman, Bill, H4373 [10JN]
Jefferson, Mildred, E1983