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Smith Announces Upcoming Staff Outreach Events

Representative Adrian Smith of Nebraska's Third District has announced a series of staff outreach events scheduled for the month of May. The events will provide constituents with the opportunity to engage directly with a member of Smith's staff to address federal issues, seek assistance with federal agencies, or access services offered by his office.According to the announcement, the staff outreach events will take place in various locations including Grant, Pender, St. Paul, North Platte, Bassett, Chappell, and Ainsworth. The schedule of events includes specific dates,...

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 29, 2024

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Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) Expresses Concern and Support for Nebraskans Affected by Severe Storms

Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) has expressed his concerns and offered support to Nebraskans affected by severe storms that hit the state. In a statement released on Apr 26, 2024, Rep. Smith addressed the destruction caused by the extreme weather in Nebraska.“My concerns are with Nebraskans affected by storm devastation, and I stand ready to work with our congressional delegation to support recovery at the federal level. My team has been in touch with Gov. Pillen’s and I’m grateful his dedication of state resources has been prompt. With the possibility of subsequent severe...

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 26, 2024

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Smith Announces Community Project Funding Process for Fiscal Year 2025

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 25, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Today, the office of Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) disclosed the guidelines for Third District communities and public entities to request Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Community Project Funding (CPF). The applications deadline is set for 1:00 PM CDT/12:00 PM MDT on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.FY25 funding is limited, and not all eligible requests will be granted. Projects seeking funding must adhere to specific criteria established by the House Appropriations Committee. They must have a clear federal connection as part of a legislatively authorized program, show...

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Smith to Lead Rural America Tax Team

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 24, 2024

Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) has been appointed to chair a team focused on promoting legislative solutions to protect rural Americans impacted by Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions set to expire in 2025. In a statement following the announcement by the Ways and Means Committee, Rep. Smith emphasized the importance of addressing the challenges faced by rural communities in the realm of taxation.“Contrary to the short-sighted Biden agenda, which has inflated the cost of energy and other agriculture inputs and threatened family farms and small businesses with tax increases such as...

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Smith Calls for 2024 Angels in Adoption Nominations

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 22, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) opened nominations this week for the 2024 Angels in Adoption Award for Nebraska’s Third District. Angels in Adoption, a project of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute, provides Members of Congress the opportunity to honor an individual or entity from their districts for extraordinary contributions on behalf of children in need of homes."Numerous organizations, families, and individuals across the Third District merit distinction for their dedication to providing a secure home to children in need," said Rep....

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Smith Statement on Nursing Home Staffing Mandate

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 22, 2024

Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) has voiced his concerns regarding the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized rule for minimum staffing requirements in long-term care facilities. In a statement, Rep. Smith emphasized the impact of nursing home closures on rural areas, particularly in Nebraska's Third District, where workforce shortages have exacerbated the struggle to fill vacancies.Rep. Smith criticized the CMS mandate, stating, "Arbitrary staffing ratio mandates like the one CMS finalized today are sure to put more communities at risk of not having access to a...

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Smith Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition Winners

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 19, 2024

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) has revealed the winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for the Third District of Nebraska. Smith expressed his gratitude towards the participants and congratulated the winners while acknowledging the talent in the district. He also commended Nebraska’s art educators for their role in nurturing students' skills.The first-place winner, Alyson Adams of Orleans Southern Valley Public Schools, created "Old Love" which will be showcased in the U.S. Capitol. Second place went to Brooklyn Santifer for "A-Cross the Pond," while Keeley...

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Smith Statement on 2024 E15 Emergency Waiver

By SC Nebraska News | Apr 19, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), a co-chair of the Congressional Biofuels Caucus, has expressed his support for the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) emergency waiver allowing E15 sales this summer. In a statement, Rep. Smith emphasized the importance of this decision, stating, “Restrictions on E15 are outdated and backwards, and the EPA has taken the right action to waive unnecessary red tape as we head into the summer months."Highlighting the benefits of ethanol blends, Rep. Smith noted, "As a renewable source of energy, ethanol blends help relieve...

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Smith Announces Upcoming Staff Outreach Events

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 22, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Third District Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) has announced a series of staff outreach events scheduled to take place in various locations during the month of April. Constituents are encouraged to participate in these events to engage with a member of Smith's staff and address federal issues or seek assistance with federal agencies.According to Smith's office, the staff outreach events aim to provide constituents with direct access to assistance and services available through the congressman's office. The events will be held at different courthouses...

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Smith Statement on EPA's Tailpipe Emissions Rule

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 20, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE), expressed his concerns regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) final tailpipe emissions standards rule for model years 2027 and beyond, specifically targeting passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles.In a statement, Rep. Smith criticized the EPA's rule, stating, "Let’s face it: the EPA’s finalized tailpipe rule is a radical EV mandate which will quash access to affordable vehicles while increasing our reliance on a supply chain from China. This out-of-touch regulation is unworkable for the Third...

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Adams County in 2021

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 19, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Adams County received $22 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Buffalo County rise or fall in 2021?

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 18, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Buffalo County received $39.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Chase County

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 17, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Chase County received $26.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Clay County in 2021

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 16, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Clay County received $23.8 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Dawson County in 2021

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 15, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Dawson County received $38.5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Dundy County rise or fall in 2021?

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 14, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Dundy County received $10.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Nuckolls County farmers in 2021 reached $5,914,519

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 14, 2024

Farms in Nuckolls County received $5,914,519 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Hayes County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 13, 2024

Farms in Hayes County received $3,062,262 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Franklin County

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 13, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Franklin County received $14.3 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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387 Gosper County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By SC Nebraska News | Mar 12, 2024

Farms in Gosper County received $1,376,534 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.