Adrian Smith

History Worth Preserving History Worth Preserving On July 4, 2026, we celebrated 250 years of the greatest experiment in self-governance the world has ever known—the United States of America. From the thirteen original colonies to the fifty states, one federal district, and several territories we…

Back to the Good Life Back to the Good Life When I am not fighting for Nebraskans in Washington, I am back home meeting with constituents across Nebraska's Third District. From Kimball to Auburn, Valentine to Superior, and everywhere in between, the conversations I have with Nebraskans help shape…

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness As we celebrate Independence Day, our nation stands on the doorstep of an extraordinary milestone. On July 4, 2026, Americans will mark 250 years since the birth of the United States—the greatest experiment in…

Resilience, Recovery, and Results Resilience, Recovery, and Results From our founding pioneers to today, Nebraskans have always been known for our grit, determination, and resilience. Unfortunately, this year those characteristics have been tested like never before as communities across our state…

CELEBRATING EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM RELIEF FOR NEBRASKANS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)] [House] [Page H4194] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

Making the Most of Summer in the Good Life Making the Most of Summer in the Good Life There is nothing quite like summer in Nebraska. Long days in the hayfields give way to evenings at the ballpark with family and friends. Weekends offer opportunities to float our winding rivers, spend hours…

A Safer Place to Live A Safer Place to Live As we approach the 250th anniversary of our great nation, I often find myself reflecting on the miracle of the American experience. As a sixth‑generation Nebraskan, I am proud to call it home. It is where I grew up, where I chose to raise my family, and…

CONGRATULATING MIDWEST THEATER ON THEIR 80TH ANNIVERSARY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 99 (Thursday, June 11, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 99 (Thursday, June 11, 2026)] [House] [Page H4100] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

RECOGNIZING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF MRS. SHIRLEY GRABER Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 98 (Wednesday, June 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 98 (Wednesday, June 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E560] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

Bringing Tools and Resources to Your Fingertips Bringing Tools and Resources to Your Fingertips Every day, I go to work in Congress with a simple goal: to help make life a little better for Nebraska’s families by working to solve problems, strengthen our communities, and create opportunities for…

An Agreement Worth Strengthening An Agreement Worth Strengthening Six years ago, Washington managed to do something many people thought was impossible. Amidst President Trump’s first term and Democrat leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, Republicans and Democrats came together to enact…

Freedom Because of Sacrifice Freedom Because of Sacrifice In Congress, I work every day to make the American Dream more attainable by advancing commonsense policies that strengthen our communities, support working families, and preserve the values that make our nation great. Emma.Hoffschne… Fri,…

A Win for America's Consumers, Farmers, and Energy Independence A Win for America's Consumers, Farmers, and Energy Independence From Falls City to Lyman, Valentine to Superior, and everywhere in between, Nebraska’s Third District is home to some of the hardest-working people I know. Serving them in…

NATIONWIDE CONSUMER AND FUEL RETAILER CHOICE ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3421-H3428] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

A Long-Overdue Farm Bill for Nebraska Producers A Long-Overdue Farm Bill for Nebraska Producers For many, spring is a season full of new beginnings. A time when the sun sets later, the weather gets a little nicer, and excitement for summer plans begins to grow. For ag producers across the Third…

Putting Main Street First Putting Main Street First Small businesses are the backbone of our communities and the driving force behind our local economies. They are more than just storefronts and services; they are our neighbors, friends, and the familiar faces you see when you walk down Main…

HONORING ROBERT "BOB" BUSCH Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)] [House] [Page H3326] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ROBERT…

Expanding Access, Cracking Down on Medicare Fraud Expanding Access, Cracking Down on Medicare Fraud Each spring, as I travel across the Third District meeting with constituents, I am reminded just how special Nebraska is. There is a peace in rural America you cannot replicate anywhere else. It is…

Working for Nebraska's Families Working for Nebraska's Families “Welcome to the Good Life.” A phrase every traveler sees as they cross our state lines. For many, it’s just a slogan. But for those of us who call this state home, it’s something deeper. It’s a promise. I see this promise fulfilled…

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the Trump accounts contribution pilot program, and for other purposes.. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR TAX POLICIES THAT SUPPORT WORKING FAMILIES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2913-H2920] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

A Better Tax Day for Nebraska Families A Better Tax Day for Nebraska Families Tax Day will never be anyone’s favorite holiday. There are no parades, no family gatherings, and certainly no celebrations when April 15th rolls around. For most, it’s a painful reminder of how much of their hard-earned…

On the Road: Listening, Learning, and Leading for Nebraska On the Road: Listening, Learning, and Leading for Nebraska When Congress is not in session, I am meeting with constituents across the Third District. I always enjoy visiting communities and meeting with Nebraskans where they are, on the…

Commonsense Steps to Restore Trust Commonsense Steps to Restore Trust Growing up in Gering, I learned early on that commitment is key. Reputation and relationships are built by keeping one's commitments. This principle has guided me throughout my life and continues to shape my work in Congress…

Tested by Crisis, Defined by Resilience Tested by Crisis, Defined by Resilience Over the past week, smoke has filled the skies across central and western Nebraska as wildfires have torn through more than 826,000 acres—destroying homes, infrastructure, and forcing families to evacuate with little…

NEBRASKA WILDFIRE CRISIS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 49 (Wednesday, March 18, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 49 (Wednesday, March 18, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2554-H2555] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time}…

Helping Young Nebraskans Discover Their Next Opportunity Helping Young Nebraskans Discover Their Next Opportunity From a young age, I have been fortunate enough to have a community of people who encouraged me to take risks, explore new ideas, and pursue every opportunity available. Their support…

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: Small Business Dependent Care FSA Opportunity Act. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

CONTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY STATEMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2483-H2484] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

Celebrating The Good Life Celebrating The Good Life On March 1st, Nebraskans celebrated 159 years of statehood. It was a moment to reflect on the people and values that built our state and the pioneer spirit that continues to define us today. Emma.Hoffschne… Fri, 03/06/2026 - 10:09 March 6, 2026

Moving in the Right Direction Moving in the Right Direction On any given evening, if you flip on the national news, you’d think the country is unraveling at the seams. Headlines scream crisis, chaos, and collapse, as if America is teetering on the brink. Emma.Hoffschne… Fri, 02/27/2026 - 09:45…

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: SOS: Sustaining Outpatient Services Act. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as…

Growing Markets, Cutting Taxes, Fueling the Future Growing Markets, Cutting Taxes, Fueling the Future From sunrise to sunset, Nebraska’s ag producers work to feed and fuel our world. With one in four jobs being directly related to agriculture, it is no surprise the industry is the economic engine…

Upholding the Rule of Law Upholding the Rule of Law Drive across Nebraska on a clear evening and you’ll see why we call it “The Good Life.” Small towns where neighbors still wave. Safe communities where kids ride their bikes home at dusk. Main streets where people know your name and your word still…

RELATING TO A NATIONAL EMERGENCY BY THE PRESIDENT ON FEBRUARY 1, 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2154-H2161] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

Creating Opportunities for Nebraska's Next Generation Creating Opportunities for Nebraska's Next Generation For many Nebraskans, parenthood brings both immense joy and real challenges every day. As a father of two, I can say without hesitation that there is no greater calling in life than being a…

RECOGNIZING AND THANKING JUDGE JAMES WORDEN UPON HIS RETIREMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 25 (Wednesday, February 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 25 (Wednesday, February 4, 2026)] [House] [Page H2014] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

Celebrating the Gift of Life Celebrating the Gift of Life Life is a gift worthy of protection, care, and support at every stage. On January 31st, I, along with hundreds of other Nebraskans, will gather at our state capitol to affirm the dignity of every human life while acknowledging the…

A Results-Driven Path Forward for Year-Round E15 A Results-Driven Path Forward for Year-Round E15 Nebraska’s farmers have been clear from the very beginning: they need reliable markets to sell their products. Every day, agricultural producers face countless factors outside of their control, whether…

AGOA EXTENSION ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H637-H642] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] AGOA EXTENSION ACT…

HAITI ECONOMIC LIFT PROGRAM EXTENSION ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H642-H645] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2025. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such…

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: Ethanol for America Act of 2025. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: ACO Assignment Improvement Act of 2025. Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall…

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: Critical Minerals Investment Tax Modernization Act of 2025. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: Homecare for Seniors Act. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such…

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: IRA Charitable Rollover Facilitation and Enhancement Act of 2025. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Adrian Smith sponsored this legislation: Targeting TANF to Families in Need Act. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

OFFERING THANKS AND GRATITUDE TO JAMES MIN Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 44 (Monday, March 10, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 44 (Monday, March 10, 2025)] [House] [Page H1061] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…