Congressman Jason Smith to Hold Veterans Benefits Summit in Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau, M.O.--Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) and his regional staff will be coordinating and hosting a Veterans Benefits Summit on April 2, 2016 in Cape Girardeau. The summit will provide veterans an opportunity to come to a single location and make contact with a number of federal, state and local departments that handle veterans’ affairs to learn about the different resources available to help our nation’s vete... READ MORE
Congressman Jason Smith announced today that his office is now accepting entries from all interested 8th District high school students for the 2016 Congressional Art Competition. Students may submit original paintings, drawings, collages, mixed media, computer-generated art and photographs. Congressman Smith and a panel of art experts will select a winning work of art to be displayed in the Capitol for one year. “Every year, I am impressed by the incredible art submissions our office receives b... READ MORE
Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed two amendments authored by Representative Jason Smith (MO-08) to preserve the ability of Missourians to freely hunt and fish in the Mark Twain National Forest and other public lands. During passage of H.R. 2406, the Sportsmen’s Heritage and Recreational Enhancement (SHARE) Act, the U.S. House voted to adopt language offered by Representative Smith on the House Floor which prevents the National Forest Service from physically blocking or locking any a... READ MORE
Today Representative Smith and his colleagues on the Ways & Means Committee requested that the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) conduct an investigation and report on the factors effecting the global competitiveness of the U.S. aluminum industry, including overproduction & subsidies in other countries. Smith is specifically concerned that in 2000 there were 22 Aluminum smelters in the U.S., and there are now less than 5. In that same time period China’s share of worldwide aluminum smelt... READ MORE
Today Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) praised the U.S. Senate’s bipartisan passage of H.R. 644, the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015. H.R. 644 was first passed by the U.S. House of Representatives in December 2015 by a vote of 256-158. The Senate passed the bill today by a vote of 75 to 20. The Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act fosters economic growth to allow businesses to thrive in the 21st Century global economy by stepping up enforcement of trade agreements, s... READ MORE
On Thursday, Congressman Jason Smith (MO-8) welcomed Bishop Ron Webb to Washington D.C. for the 64th Annual National Prayer Breakfast. Bishop Webb currently serves as the pastor of Mt. Calvary Powerhouse Church in Poplar Bluff, MO. “Bishop Webb is an instrument of faith in southeast Missouri. For over 30 years, Bishop Webb has been a true leader for many Christians in Poplar Bluff and across the country,” said Congressman Smith. “It was an honor to have him as my guest to the National Prayer Br... READ MORE
STE. GENEVIEVE, MO--Congressman Jason Smith visited Valle Catholic School in Ste. Genevieve today to speak with middle school and high school students. Congressman Smith took questions from students on several different topics ranging from the presidential race, new laws he is working on in Washington and worldwide current events. “Often times I hear from students that what happens in our nation’s capital doesn't affect them,” said Smith. “These visits are important because it is a chance for me... READ MORE
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) testified in front of the Missouri House of Representatives Committee on Conservation and Natural Resources about Governor Nixon’s and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) disputed acquisition of land in Oregon County. As a result of few details, no clear plan, and a lack of transparency from the State for the land purchased in Oregon County, Representative Smith was there to express his support for legislation authored by Represent... READ MORE
Congressman Jason Smith Visits With Ozark County Commissioners GAINESVILLE, MO – On Thursday, Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) visited with the Ozark County Commissioners to discuss issues facing the Ozark County region, including flood damage that occurred last month. Large amounts of rainfall throughout Missouri in late-December caused record high-water events throughout the 8th district, including in Ozark County, which caused many county roads to be washed out and closed for extended periods ... READ MORE
U.S. Rep Jason Smith (MO-08) released the following statement after tonight’s State of the Union: “The president continues to lead from behind on our nation’s national security. Tonight was his opportunity to show he understands the challenges and threats facing our country. It was his chance, his moment, to use his most public forum to reassure Americans that our government will meet a hostile and changing world with the same security and leadership we have known for generations. It was the pr... READ MORE