June 2007
May 2007
- Smith Presses Russia to Accept Outside Aid to Investigate Murders of Journalists May 24, 2007
- Bill to Create Ambassador-at-Large for Global Climate Change Passes House Committee; Smith says U.S. must take lead in promoting international response to global warming May 23, 2007
- Rep. Smith, Ocean County Freeholders Kelly and Lacey Push for More Anti-Terror Coordination with FBI May 23, 2007
- Smith Works to Enlist House Chairman in Wreck Pond Effort; Chairman of committee that oversees federal flood projects visits site May 15, 2007
- Smith Commends Law Enforcement for Fort Dix Arrests; Reiterates Concerns That Housing Plans at Earle Leave Base Open to Attack May 8, 2007
- OP-ED: Anti-Semitism a form of intolerance that cannot be ignored May 6, 2007
- OP-ED: Memo to Hanoi May 4, 2007
- Smith Applauds President’s Commitment to Protect Life May 3, 2007
- House Passes Smith’s Resolution Calling for Human Rights Reform in Vietnam May 2, 2007
- Rep. Smith's Floor Statement Observing the 200th Anniversary of the Abolition of the British Slave Trade (H. Res. 158) May 1, 2007
- Rep. Smith's Floor Statement Calling on Vietnam to to Immediately and Unconditionally Release Political Prisoners and Prisoners of Conscience (H. Res. 243) May 1, 2007
April 2007
- Congressional Lyme Caucus Co-Chairman Chris Smith Applauds Opening of New Research Center at Columbia April 30, 2007
- Rep. Smith's Floor Statement in Support of H.Con.Res. 7, Calling on the League of Arab States to Acknowledge the Genocide in Darfur April 25, 2007
- House Overwhelmingly Approves Smith’s Bill to Aid Victims of Torture April 25, 2007
- Smith: Manasquan Inlet to Barnegat Inlet Beach Replenishment Project Clears Major Hurdle April 19, 2007
- House Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Smith’s Resolution Calling for Human Rights Reform in Vietnam April 19, 2007
- Smith: Abortion Violation of Human Rights April 18, 2007
- Reps. Smith, Doyle Introduce Legislation to Help Address Lifelong Challenges of Autism April 17, 2007
- OP-ED: State's Tough Chemical Plant Rules Come First April 3, 2007
March 2007
- Smith Announces Nearly $1 Million Allocated for Vital Manasquan River Protection Project March 30, 2007
- Rep. Smith Calls Vietnam’s Sentence of Political Activist “Outrageous and Appalling” March 30, 2007
- Excerpts from Rep. Smith’s Opening Statement at Foreign Affairs Committee Hearing on the 2006 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices and the Promotion of Human Rights in U.S. Foreign Policy March 29, 2007
- Rep. Smith Encourages Local High School Artists to Enter Congressional Art Contest March 29, 2007
- House Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Smith’s Bill to Aid Victims of Torture March 27, 2007
- Smith: Congress Should Immediately Move to Protect New Jersey’s Chemical Plant Security Regulations March 20, 2007
- Rep. Smith Honored for Work on Behalf of America's Veterans and Human Rights in Northern Ireland March 16, 2007
- Smith Calls on Vietnamese Government to Immediately Release Political Prisoners March 14, 2007
- OP-ED: Veterans' Health Care Fiasco a Long Time Coming March 11, 2007
- Trenton Times: Smith Leads Charge for Vets March 11, 2007
- Philadelphia Inquirer: Veterans Pay the Price March 8, 2007
- Rep. Smith, Medical Experts Call for Full Funding of Life-Saving Ethical Stem Cell Program March 7, 2007
February 2007
- Smith-Authored Anti-Trafficking Provision Upheld by U.S. Federal Court February 28, 2007
- Rep. Smith's Congressional Record Statement In Honor of Vaclav Havel and the 30th Anniversary of Charter 77 February 27, 2007
- Smith to Host Two Fire Dept, First Responders Grant Workshops Next Week February 27, 2007
- OP-ED: New Data Compels Action on Autism February 19, 2007
- Smith Departs for Nigeria to Focus on Anti-Trafficking, HIV/AIDS Initiatives February 18, 2007
- Floor Statement on the Iraq War Resolution February 13, 2007
- NJ Autism Numbers Reach Epidemic Proportions February 8, 2007
- Smith Introduces Bill to Combat Skyrocketing Lyme Disease Cases February 6, 2007
January 2007
- House Overwhelmingly Approves Finucane Resolution January 30, 2007
- Burlington Township Fire Dept. Receives Federal Funds to Promote Firefighter Health and Safety January 30, 2007
- OP-ED: An Appeal to a Grandmother By U.S. Rep. Chris Smith January 29, 2007
- House Committee Approves Finucane Resolution January 23, 2007
- Rep. Smith’s Statement on State of the Union Speech January 23, 2007
- Excerpts from Rep. Chris Smith’s Speech at the 2007 March for Life January 22, 2007
- Congressman's Corner: “Intensifying the Effort to Combat Autism” January 19, 2007
- Smith Bill Promoting Human Rights in Belarus Becomes Law January 15, 2007
- Rep. Smith Appeals to Acting Turkmen President January 12, 2007
- Smith Bill to Aid War on Terror Becomes Law January 11, 2007
- Smith Votes Against Life-Destroying Stem Cell Bill January 11, 2007
- Excerpts from U.S. Rep. Chris Smith’s Floor Statement on the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act (H.R. 3) January 11, 2007
- Smith: Minimum Wage Increase Vote Long-Overdue Victory for American Workers January 10, 2007
- Floor Statement on the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007 January 9, 2007
- Smith: Homeland Security Funds to New Jersey Could Increase if New 9/11 Bill Becomes Law January 9, 2007
- Smith Reintroduces the Global Online Freedom Act January 8, 2007
December 2006
- Smith: Religious Freedom Must Be Granted for Every Woman, Man, and Child on Earth—No Exceptions December 21, 2006
- Smith: New State Dept. Policy Puts Internet Repressive Regimes on Notice December 20, 2006
- Smith: New Congress Should Support Expanding Anti-Malaria Program in Africa December 14, 2006
- Congress Passes Smith Bill That Includes Important Assistance for Israel December 12, 2006
- Congress Moves Holy See’s UN Observer Mission Closer to Diplomatic Status by Clearing Smith Bill December 12, 2006
- Congress Passes Smith Bill Aimed at Keeping Handheld Surface-to-Air Missiles Away From Terrorists December 9, 2006
- Smith’s Legislation Promoting Human Rights in Belarus Approved by House December 8, 2006
- Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) Floor Statement on S. 843, the "Combating Autism Act of 2005" December 6, 2006
- House Passes Bill to Reauthorize Smith’s Successful Autism Program December 6, 2006
- Congressman's Corner: “Making Ethical Life-Saving Stem Cells Readily Available” December 4, 2006
November 2006
October 2006
September 2006
- Smith: Remove the Barriers That Impede the Work of Faith-Based Organizations in Africa September 29, 2006
- Rep. Smith’s Opening Statement From Helsinki Commission Hearing on Child Trafficking September 27, 2006
- Rep. Smith Joins With Grammy Winner, Administration Officials to Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking September 26, 2006
- Smith Back From Iraq; Presses Reconciliation Commission and Monitors Anti-Trafficking efforts September 25, 2006
- Recording Artist and Goodwill Ambassador Ricky Martin to Participant in U.S. House International Relations Committee Hearing on Human Trafficking September 22, 2006
- Chairman Smith, Oscar-Winner Sorvino Call for UN Peacekeepers in Darfur Without Further Delay September 20, 2006
- Op-Ed: World Leaders Must Join to End Darfur Atrocities September 20, 2006
- Smith Applauds Sudan Special Envoy Appointment September 19, 2006
- Rep. Smith Fights for Maximum Funding for Brain Injury Care for Servicemembers September 15, 2006
- Rep. Smith Votes for Immediate Border Security September 14, 2006
- Local Officials Reiterate Need to Attend Rubber Pollution Sessions September 12, 2006
- Rep. Smith Invites Constituents to Free Glaucoma Screenings in Whiting Next Week September 8, 2006
- Rep. Smith Encourages Hamilton Residents to Attend Public Hearings on Former Mercer Rubber Factory Health Study September 8, 2006
- Rep. Smith Secures Agreement to Enhance Mercer Rubber Factory Health Study September 7, 2006
- Rep. Smith Calls UN Human Rights Council Broken; Calls on U.S. to Take Lead Role in Influencing Change September 6, 2006
- Rep. Smith Calls for Full and Proper Notification of Public Briefings on the Mercer Rubber Factory Health Study September 1, 2006
August 2006
July 2006
- Smith Honored for Work to Increase Autism Research July 28, 2006
- Smith Bill Aims to End Slavery in Sudan July 28, 2006
- Smith: Microfinance Has the Power to Change Lives for the Better July 27, 2006
- Smith Calls for Special Envoy for Sudan July 26, 2006
- Smith-Payne Bill Eliminates Evacuation Fees for Americans Fleeing Crisis Abroad July 25, 2006
- Smith Disappointed in USTR Rejection of China Labor Petition July 21, 2006
- Floor Statement by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) Condemning the Recent Attacks Against the State of Israel and Supporting H. RES. 921 July 19, 2006
- Smith Floor Statement on Presidential Veto of Embryonic Stem Cell Research Legislation (HR 810) July 19, 2006
- Smith Pushes Comprehensive Lyme Disease Legislation as Cases Increase in New Jersey; Calls for action on HR 3427 July 13, 2006
- New Jersey Receives Critical Disaster Aid Declaration from President Bush July 7, 2006
- Smith, FEMA Boss, Tour Flood Damage July 1, 2006
June 2006
- Smith: Safe Blood Key to Healthier Africa June 29, 2006
- House Committee Approves Legislation Urging German Gov’t to Combat Trafficking of Women at World Cup June 27, 2006
- Ethiopia Human Rights Bill Advances June 27, 2006
- The Global Online Freedom Act Advances June 23, 2006
- Smith Relentless in Fight Against Trafficking June 21, 2006
- GAO Says Hamilton Site Among the Top Ten Largest Depositories of W.R. Grace/Libby Materials June 21, 2006
- DoD Bill Creates New Autism Research Program June 20, 2006
- Smith Statement on the Iraq War Debate June 16, 2006
- Hollywood Actress, Bush Administration, Lawmakers, Victims, Join Forces to Eradicate Human Trafficking June 14, 2006
- Smith to Hold Public Meeting to Review 2006 TIP Report; Investigate World Cup Trafficking on June 14 June 12, 2006
- House Approves Three Bills in One Day Condemning China’s Human Rights Abuses June 12, 2006
- Smith Introduces Resolution Calling on German Gov't, Athletes and Soccer Fans to Combat Trafficking of Women at World Cup; hearing set for June 14 June 10, 2006
- Smith Defends U.S. Contributions to International Fund for Ireland on House Floor June 9, 2006
- Smith, AFL-CIO, Petition USTR on Behalf of Workers Rights in China June 8, 2006
- 2006 Trafficking Report Shows Countries Responding with New Laws. Convictions Up. Smith Schedules Hearing for June 14th June 5, 2006
May 2006
- New Legislation to Help Veterans in Wake of Identity Theft May 25, 2006
- Finucane Family Wins as US House Votes in Support of a Real Independent Investigation May 18, 2006
- Smith Statement on Retirement of Cardinal Theodore McCarrick May 16, 2006
- Smith Calls on Ethiopian Government End Political Crisis, Respect Human Rights May 15, 2006
- Smith Introduces New Bill on Human Rights in Central Asia May 12, 2006
- Smith Blasts UN General Assembly After Elections to Human Rights Council May 9, 2006
- Speech by Rep. Smith at Carnegie Conference on Uzbekistan May 9, 2006
- Smith Praises President Bush’s Actions on Darfur May 8, 2006
- Smith Pushes Bill to Fight Lyme Disease as Number of Victims Increase May 8, 2006
- Smith to be Honored at Battle of the Bulge Monument Dedication at Arlington National Cemetery May 7, 2006
- Smith ‘Hopeful’ on Darfur Peace Deal May 5, 2006
- Smith Lauds House Passage of SAFE Bill to Strengthen US Port Security May 4, 2006
- Smith Hearing to Investigate Sex Trade, Trafficking, Exploitation of Women and Children at German World Cup May 3, 2006
- Fourth Congressional District Art Competition Winners to Be Announced at Georgian Court University May 3, 2006
- Smith Statement on USCIRF’s Annual Recommendations to Secretary Rice May 3, 2006
April 2006
- Rep. Smith: German World Cup Scores for Pimps and Johns; Thousands Trafficked for Prostitution During Soccer Games April 28, 2006
- Smith Commends President Bush on Darfur Sanctions April 27, 2006
- Smith Hearing Commemorates Chornobyl on 20th Anniversary of Disaster, Examines New Methods of Coping with Disaster April 25, 2006
- Caught in the Crossfire: The Endangered Children of Northern Uganda April 21, 2006
- SMITH OP-ED: Google...China...and Us -- The Moral Challenges We Face April 20, 2006
- Smith Hearing Examines Human Rights in China on Eve of President Hu’s Arrival in Washington April 19, 2006
- Rep. Smith's Opening Statement at Hearing on Human Rights in China April 19, 2006
- Seniors taking advantage of Medicare drug choices April 11, 2006
- Congressman Chris Smith to Welcome Secretary of Health and Human Services Mike Leavitt and host Medicare Workshop Session for NJ Senior Citizens April 10, 2006
- Smith Resolution Calls for Release of Political Prisoners in Vietnam; Call to Pass the Global Online Freedom Act Renewed April 6, 2006
- House Passes Smith Resolution Supporting Inter-Country Adoption in Romania April 6, 2006
- Smith Receives Multiple Awards, Continues Rapid Legislative Pace April 6, 2006
- Smith Commends House Action on Darfur April 5, 2006
- Smith Responds to Introduction of Senate Resolution Opposing US Participation in UN Human Rights Council April 4, 2006
- Smith Defends President Bush's AIDS Prevention Program April 4, 2006
March 2006
- Smith: Religious Freedom is Essential for the future of Afghanistan March 29, 2006
- Smith Praises Opening Kidsbridge Cultural Center at The College of New Jersey March 29, 2006
- Smith Statement on Retirement of Congressman Lane Evans March 28, 2006
- Smith Urges Action After Charles Taylor’s Escape March 28, 2006
- Smith Urges Passage of Holly’s Law After RU-486 is Linked to Additional Deaths of Women March 17, 2006
- Smith Resolution Calls on UK to Properly Investigate Murder of Northern Ireland Attorney Pat Finucane March 16, 2006
- Smith: Victims of Human Rights Abuse Deserve Better Than New UN “Council” March 16, 2006
- Smith Blasts UN General Assembly on Human Rights Council Resolution March 15, 2006
- Congressman Chris Smith to Present Federal Check for Manchester Township’s Emergency Radio System March 9, 2006
- Smith Statement on Reports of Dubai Ports World Announcement to Sell US Holdings March 9, 2006
- Smith Reacts to Human Rights Practices Reports March 8, 2006
- Smith Says Bill Will Help Protect Children fromSexual Predators March 8, 2006
- Smith Co-Sponsors Legislation to Block Dubai Ports World’s Purchase of US Ports March 7, 2006
- Smith Urges State Department to Reconsider Sudan Human Trafficking Policy March 2, 2006
- Smith’s Bill to Promote Human Rights in Central Asia One Step Closer to Passage March 2, 2006
- Smith Op-Ed: "Do No Online Evil" March 2, 2006
- Smith Co-Sponsors Legislation to Authorize Congressional Investigation and Review of Ports Purchase March 1, 2006
February 2006
- Op-Ed: Take Down the Internet's New Great Wall February 22, 2006
- Smith Lauds Supreme Court Decision to Hear Case on Partial Birth Abortion Ban February 21, 2006
- Smith Supports Emergency Legislation to Freeze Sale of American Ports to Dubai Ports World February 21, 2006
- Chicago Tribune's Clarence Page: Tear down China's `Great Firewall' February 19, 2006
- Congressman Christopher Smith Opening Statement “The Internet in China: A Tool for Freedom or Suppression?” February 15, 2006
- Smith Expresses Strong Support for Withholding Aid from Hamas-Controlled Palestinian Authority February 15, 2006
- Smith to Chair 1st Ever Official 'Live Blogged' Hearing on US Internet Companies and China February 13, 2006
- Smith Federal Earmark Going to Washington Township Senior Center February 10, 2006
- Smith Statement in Congressional Record: Planned Parenthood: Time to take a 2nd Look at Child Abuse Inc. February 8, 2006
- Smith to Investigate Operating Procedures of US Internet Companies in China February 8, 2006
- Smith to Examine Effects of Liberia’s Election on West Africa February 7, 2006
- Smith to Examine Human Rights in Burma February 6, 2006
- Smith Joins Colleagues in Urging Passage of Holly’s Law February 1, 2006
January 2006
December 2005
- Smith's Trafficking Victims Protection Act to Become Law December 23, 2005
- Smith’s Life Saving Stem Cell Bill Becomes Law December 20, 2005
- Associated Press: Two bills written by Rep. Chris Smith set to become law December 19, 2005
- Congressman Chris Smith's Speech on the House Floor on Cord Blood Bill December 18, 2005
- Congress Passes Smith’s Life Saving Cord Blood Bill December 17, 2005
- Smith’s Department of State Bill to Become Law December 16, 2005
- Reps. Chris Smith, Artur Davis Statement on Senate Passage of Life Saving Cord Blood Bill December 16, 2005
- Smith's Trafficking Bill Passes House, Waits for Senate Action December 14, 2005
- Smith Statement on Iraqi Parliamentary Elections December 14, 2005
- Smith Leads Floor Debate on Six International Relations December 14, 2005
- Smith’s Trafficking Bill Passes Committee, Ready for Final Passage December 8, 2005
- House Passes Smith’s Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act December 6, 2005
- Smith: Vietnam Must Improve Human Rights Record for Accession to WTO December 5, 2005
- AFP: US lawmaker wants Vietnam's WTO bid linked to rights progress December 5, 2005
- Associated Press: Rep. Smith in Vietnam on human rights, POW-MIA mission December 2, 2005
- AFP: US keeping tabs on Vietnam on religious freedom December 2, 2005
- Smith to Focus on Human Rights, Trafficking, MIAs During Visit to Vietnam December 1, 2005
November 2005
- Congressman Chris Smith to Attend Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Georgian Court University November 18, 2005
- Smith Legislation Urges Romania to Immediately Reform Harmful Adoption Policies November 18, 2005
- The Hill: Rep. Smith Jumps into Race for IR November 17, 2005
- Smith’s Victims of Trafficking Victims Protection Act leads to Guilty Plea in Hudson County Slave Labor November 16, 2005
- Smith’s Human Rights Subcommittee Urges Russia to Protect Religious Freedom November 15, 2005
- Statement by Rep. Chris Smith on Religious Freedom Report on North Korea November 15, 2005
- House Bill Provides Crucial Funding for Jersey Shore November 9, 2005
- Congressman Smith Urges Inclusion of McCain Amendment in Defense Appropriations Bill November 8, 2005
- Smith Welcomes Release of 2005 International Religious Freedom Report November 8, 2005
- Smith Votes for Individual Freedom, House Passes Private Property Rights Protection Act November 3, 2005
- Smith Criticizes Ethiopian Government's Violent Response to Protesters November 3, 2005
- Smith Helps to Secure Grant for Rehabilitation of Manasquan Coast Guard Station November 2, 2005
- *** MEDIA ADVISORY *** Smith Joins Other House Republicans to Defend Personal Property Rights November 2, 2005
- Smith Hearing Focuses on Crisis in Sudan as First Vice-President Visits United States November 1, 2005
October 2005
- Smith Votes to Block BRAC Plan to Close Fort Monmouth (October 27, 2005)
- Congressman Chris Smith and the Megan Nicole Kanka Foundation Announce 2005 Federal Funding for Background Check Initiative October 25, 2005
- Congressman Christopher Smith Calls U.N. Report Implicating Syria in Assassination “extremely troubling” October 22, 2005
- Congressman Christopher Smith to Meet with Ambassador John Bolton, Secretary General Kofi Annan during U.N. Visit October 21, 2005
- Congressman Chris Smith and the Megan Nicole Kanka Foundation Announce 2005 Federal Funding for Background Check Initiative October 21, 2005
- Smith Urges White House for Federal Disaster Area Declaration after Rains, Flooding October 21, 2005
- Smith Secures Million Dollar American History Grant for Lakewood Teachers and Students October 21, 2005
- Smith Joins Academy Award Winning Actress Mira Sorvino at Lifetime Television’s “Human Trafficking” Miniseries October 19, 2005
- Smith Assesses Ocean & Monmouth County Flood Areas, Calls for Major Disaster Area October 17, 2005
- Smith’s Trafficking Bill Passes Committee, Full House Vote to Follow October 7, 2005
- Smith Optimistic that Risk Based FY06 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill will Benefit New Jersey October 6, 2005
- Smith teams with Dr. J to lead a group of Medical Experts and Patients to Urge Senate Passage of Cord Blood October 6, 2005
- Chairman Smith Hearing Focuses on Equality and Justice for Victims of India’s Caste System October 6, 2005
- Smith teams with Dr. J, Medical Experts and Patients to Urge Senate Passage of Cord Blood Bill October 5, 2005
- Smith Continues to Fight for Environment, Endangered Species October 5, 2005
September 2005
- House Human Rights Chairman Smith: “Amb. Bolton Right Man, Right Place, Right Time" September 28, 2005
- Rep. Chris Smith’s Statement on IRA Disarmament September 26, 2005
- Rep. Chris Smith Hosts President Lech Walesa from Poland, Mercer County Delegation in Attendance September 26, 2005
- Rep. Chris Smith and Mercer County Delegation to Welcome President Lech Walesa from Poland September 23, 2005
- Smith Disappointed with White House Failure to Sanction Allies for Trafficking Violations September 22, 2005
- Smith Commends Decision to Redirect United Nations Population Fund Dollars September 19, 2005
- MEDIA ADVISORY: Smith Examines U.S. Microenterprise Policies and Results September 19, 2005
- Smith Statement on Presidential Endorsement of BRAC Recommendations September 15, 2005
- Smith Condemns Court Decision on Pledge of Allegiance September 14, 2005
- Smith Lauds Passage of Children’s Safety Act of 2005 September 14, 2005
- Smith Op-ed: Stem Cells of Hope, Not Hype, Are Curing People September 14, 2005
- Smith to Join House Colleagues to Support Confirmation of Judge John Roberts September 13, 2005
- Smith Hearing Aims to Protect Street Children September 13, 2005
- Smith to Hold Human Rights Hearing on Tuesday Protecting Street Children: Vigilantes or Rule of Law? September 12, 2005
- Lakehurst Receives Quarter of a Million Dollar Federal Fire Fighting Grant September 8, 2005
- Smith Leads House in Commemorating 30th Anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act September 6, 2005
- Smith Promises Federal Help to Katrina Victims September 2, 2005
August 2005
- Smith Offers Condolences to Hurricane Katrina Victims, Welcomes Opening of Strategic Petroleum Reserve August 31, 2005
- Smith Urges Strengthening of Human Trafficking Laws August 30, 2005
- Smith Reacts to FDA Decision on Morning-After Pill August 26, 2005
- Associated Press: Smith asks for independent body to oversee Pentagon on Fort Monmouth August 25, 2005
- Fort Monmouth Decision “Profoundly Disappointing” but “Leaves a Sliver of Hope” August 24, 2005
- Star Ledger: Lawmaker says he will push for Darfur aid August 24, 2005
- Trenton Times: Smith urges more U.S. aid for Sudanese August 23, 2005
- Associated Press: Rep. Chris Smith presses Sudanese leaders on human rights record August 20, 2005
- Associated Press: NJ congressman criticizes delays in probing Ethiopia's violence August 17, 2005
- Smith Concludes Successful Trip to Ethiopia, Heads to Sudan August 17, 2005
- CDC Investigation a Sad Reminder that RU-486 Continues to Endanger Women (August 16, 2005)
- American Human Rights Activist To Visit Ethiopia, Sudan August 13, 2005
- Smith Welcomes FDA's Strengthened Guidelines for Accutane Use August 12, 2005
- Smith To Focus On Human Rights On Visit To Sudan And Ethiopia August 11, 2005
- Job Growth Strong: Smith Hails July Jobs Report August 5, 2005
- Smith Highlights Rapid Advances in Adult Stem Cell Research (August 4, 2005)
- Smith Urges Calm in Sudan Following Garang Tragedy (August 2, 2005)
July 2005
- Smith Hopeful following Irish Republican Army Policy Statement (July 28, 2005)
- Smith Schedules Thursday Hearing China’s Influence in Africa (July 27, 2005)
- Smith: Association Health Plan Legislation Helps Uninsured Families Gain Access to Healthcare July 26, 2005
- Smith Hails Drop in Jobless Claims July 22, 2005
- RU-486 Kills Women Hon. Christopher H. Smith of New Jersey (July 21, 2005)
- Smith's Victims of Trafficking Victims Protection Act Used to Indict 10 in International Human Smuggling (July 21, 2005)
- Smith’s Foreign Relations Act Overwhelmingly Passed by HouseBi-Partisan Bill Strengthens American Security and Promotes Global Human Rights (July 20, 2005)
- Smith Honors Hamilton Hospital, Recipient Of Prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Awardrobert Wood Johnson University Hospital Awarded For Excellence (July 20, 2005)
- Smith’s Fistula Provisions Aid Poor Women Abroad Provides $12.5 million for life-saving surgery (July 20, 2005)
- Smith Brings Foreign Relations Authorization Act to House Floor “Promoting Human Rights and Strengthening America at Home and Abroad” (July 19, 2005)
- Smith BRAC Presentation Summary (July 8, 2005)
- HELSINKI COMMISSIONERS PRAISE OSCE PARLIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY’S RESOLUTION ON ELECTION MONITORING (July 5, 2005)
- HELSINKI COMMISSION CO-CHAIRMAN’S RESOLUTION ON COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN HUMAN BEINGS BY PEACEKEEPING FORCES ADOPTED BY OSCE PARLIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY (July 4, 2005)
June 2005
- Lawmakers Call on Vietnam to Release Political Prisoners Letter from Congress Follows Vietnamese Prime Minister’s Visit (June 24, 2005)
- CHRIS SMITH LAUDS TORTURE RELIEF ACT, CALLS FOR REAUTHORIZATION, STRONGER IMPLEMENTATION (June 23, 2005)
- Human Rights in Vietnam Africa, Global Human Rights and International Relations Subcommittee Hearing (June 20, 2005)
- UNFPA Rebuked for Complicity in China's Forced Abortion Program (June 16, 2005)
- Chairman Smith Calls on Ethiopian Government To Cease and Desist Violent Response to Protests (June 9, 2005)
- Smith’s State Department Bill Approved by Full Committee (June 9, 2005)
- Committee Moves on Chris Smith's Comprehensive State Department Bill (June 8, 2005)
- State Department Releases 2005 Trafficking Report (June 3, 2005)
May 2005
- Creates New Federal Cord Blood Stem Cell System and Reauthorizes Bone Marrow House Passes Smith Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act (May 24, 2005)
- Remarks by Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) in Favor of Smith Stem Cell Therapeutic Research Act of 2005 (May 24, 2005)
- Remarks by Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) against Castle Bill (May 24, 2005)
- MEDIA ADVISORY First Time Federal Funding for Breakthrough Treatment Smith Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act (May 20, 2005)
- MEDIA ADVISORY First Time Federal Funding for Breakthrough Treatment Smith Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act (May 20, 2005)
- Smith: Lakehurst Wins Again. Smith Vows to Fight to Save Ft. Monmouth Jobs. Talks to BRAC Chair Principi and Urges Visit to Ft. Monmouth and Lakehurst (May 13, 2005)
- Opening Statement By Chairman Chris Smith House Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Operations “Ethiopia and Eritrea: Promoting Stability, Democracy and Human Rights” (May 5, 2005)
- Feds to Spend $750,000 to Repair Storm Damaged Bulkheads (May 5, 2005)
April 2005
- Statement of Rep. Christopher H. Smith Chairman, Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights, and International Operations Hearing on “The North Korean Human Rights Act of 2004: Issues and Implementation” (April 28, 2005)
- Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Operations Prepared Statement of Rep. Christopher H. Smith, Chairman Malaria and TB: Implementing Proven Treatment and Eradication Methods (April 26, 2005)
- US Government Accountability Office Agrees to Investigate EPA Actions at Hamilton WR Grace/Zonolite Plant (April 25, 2005)
- Hearing on Combating Malaria and Tuberculosis Worldwide (April 25, 2005)
- Academy Night for Students Interested in Attending the U.S. Service Academies to be Hosted by Rep. Chris Smith’s Office (April 22, 2005)
- Africa, Global Human Rights and International Relations Subcommittee Zimbabwe: Prospects for Democracy After The March 2005 Elections Excerpts of Remarks of Rep. Chris Smith (April 21, 2005)
- Hearing on Human Rights in Zimbabwe; Issues covered to include rigged elections, mass forced starvation, economic collapse, and ‘the outpost of tyranny’ (April 20, 2005)
- Federal EPA Officials Find No Added Air Quality Threat in Hamilton Following the Former W.R. Grace Company Fire (April 20, 2005)
- Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Operations Prepared Statement of Rep. Christopher H. Smith, Chairman The UN Commission on Human Rights: Protector or Accomplice? (April 19, 2005)
- Congressman Smith Praises the Selection of Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger as Pope Benedict XVI (April 19, 2005)
- Hearing on UN Features Bob Fu, Chinese Activist Booted from UN Human Rights Convention for Exposing Chinese Torture Methods (April 18, 2005)
- Government Reform Committee Chair Joins Smith in Request for GAO Investigation into EPA Actions at W.R. Grace (April 15, 2005)
- Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Operations Prepared Statement of Rep. Christopher H. Smith, Chairman Foreign Relations Authorization for FY 2005-2006: Department of State Management Initiatives (April 14, 2005)
- Let’s Turn Medical Waste into Medical Miracles Congressman Smith Applauds IOM Study on Cord Blood Stem Cells (April 14, 2005)
- Smith Receives Leadership Award from Alzheimer's Foundation of America (April 11, 2005)
- Smith Announces $1.95 million, 3-year federal grant for Ocean Health Initiatives Community Health Center (April 11, 2005)
- Smith Attending Pope John Paul II's Funeral In Rome (April 6, 2005)
- Pope John Paul II: Shepherd to the World April 2, 2005
March 2005
- Just and Civil Society Should NOT Use Water as a Weapon. Disabled Woman Deserved Protection (March 31, 2005)
- Disabled woman doesn't deserve death (March 24, 2005)
- S. 686 - FOR THE RELIEF OF THE PARENTS OF THERESA MARIE SCHIAVO HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2005 (March 20, 2005)
- Judge Cory to US Congress: British Inquiries Bill is “Alice in Wonderland” (March 17, 2005)
- Africa, Global Human Rights and International Relations Subcommittee Northern Ireland Human Rights: Update on the Cory Collusion Inquiry Reports Excerpts of Remarks: Rep. Chris Smith Time for Finucane Public Inquiry. No More Delays. No More Excuses. (March 16, 2005)
- Smith Receives Comprehensive Asbestos Briefing on former Zonolite Site in Hamilton (March 14, 2005)
- New Comprehensive Legislation to Help Alzheimer’s Patients Introduced In Congress (March 10, 2005)
- Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Operations Prepared Statement of Rep. Christopher H. Smith, Chairman Combating Human Trafficking: Achieving Zero Tolerance (March 9, 2005)
- Smith: NJ Hospital Victory Sustained in Court. New York legal attempt to block wage index reform fails (March 4, 2005)
- Year Two of Castro’s Brutal Crackdown in Cuba Remarks by Rep. Chris Smith March 3, 2005 (March 3, 2005)
- Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Operations Statement of Representative Chris Smith United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo: A Case for Peacekeeping Reform March 1, 2005 (March 1, 2005)
February 2005
January 2005
December 2004
- Department of Justice to Build $6.8 M Hangar at Navy Lakehurst Smith Led Drive to Secure DoJ Homeland Security Funding (December 20, 2004)
- Navy Lakehurst Breaks Ground on New Army Recruiting Headquarters Smith Hails $2.25 M Project as Major Advance for Joint Basing Concept (December 15, 2004)
- Committee on International Relations Statement of Representative Chris Smith China: Human Rights Violations and Coercion in One Child Policy Enforcement (December 14, 2004)
- Smith Shines Human Rights Spotlight on Coercion in China’s One-Child Policy Mao Hengfeng, Others, Tortured for Resisting Forced Abortions (December 14, 2004)
- Smith Bill to Reform Micro Credit Clears Congress, Sent to the President (December 9, 2004)
- Smith Praises Final Passage of 9/11 Intelligence Reform Act (December 7, 2004)
- Smith Praised for Leadership in Humanitarian Causes (December 2, 2004)
November 2004
October 2004
September 2004
August 2004
July 2004
June 2004
May 2004
April 2004
- Judge Charged with Investigating Murders in Northern Ireland to Testify Before Smith Panel (April 30, 2004)
- Statement of Rep. Christopher H. Smith Chairman, Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights, and International Operations Hearing on “The North Korean Human Rights Act of 2004: Issues and Implementation” (April 28, 2004)
- Smith Helps Lead U.S. Delegation to Historic Summit on Anti-Semitism (April 28, 2004)
- Smith Teams Up with Dan Marino to Score More Support for Autism Research (April 21, 2004)
- Medicare Law Gives Boost to St. Francis (April 21, 2004)
- Navy Lakehurst Breaks Ground on Landmark Catapult Project (April 19, 2004)
- Smith Takes Human Rights Fight to U.N. Summit (April 5, 2004)
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