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HR 2961 - Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
Introduced byJason Crow , Henry Cuellar , Henry Cuellar , Brian Jack , Brian Jack
Last updated 4 months ago
20 Co-Sponsors
Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
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HR 1144 - Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
Introduced byHenry Cuellar , Brian Jack , Michael McCaul , Kweisi Mfume , Blake Moore
Last updated 6 months ago
11 Co-Sponsors
Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
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HR 2796 - Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
Introduced byHenry Cuellar , Brian Jack , Raja Krishnamoorthi , Michael McCaul , Kweisi Mfume
Last updated 4 months ago
9 Co-Sponsors
Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
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HR 2062 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat membership in a health care sharing ministry as a medical expense, and for other purposes.
Introduced byMike Kelly , Mike Kelly , Mary Miller , Greg Murphy , Greg Murphy
Last updated 5 months ago
10 Co-Sponsors
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat membership in a health care sharing ministry as a medical expense, and for other purposes.
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HR 1503 - Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2025
Introduced byBill Keating , Chris Smith
Last updated 3 months ago
2 Co-Sponsors
Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2025
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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HR 1576 - Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2025
Introduced byMark Alford , Mark Alford , Don Bacon , Don Bacon , Tom Barrett
Last updated 5 months ago
89 Co-Sponsors
Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2025
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HRES 559 - Recognizing the urgent need for peace, stability, and reconciliation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and supporting diplomatic, economic, and humanitarian efforts to achieve lasting peace in the region.
Mark Green , Rich McCormick , Amata Radewagen , María Salazar , Chris Smith
Last updated about 1 month ago
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Recognizing the urgent need for peace, stability, and reconciliation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and supporting diplomatic, economic, and humanitarian efforts to achieve lasting peace in the region.
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HR 4113 - Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
Kweisi Mfume , María Salazar , Chris Smith
Last updated about 1 month ago
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Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2025
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HR 3946 - FIGHT Act of 2025
Mark Amodei , Don Bacon , Nanette Barragán , Aaron Bean , Cliff Bentz
Last updated about 2 months ago
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FIGHT Act of 2025
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HR 1046 - Marc Fischer Memorial Act
Robert Aderholt , Robert Aderholt , Don Bacon , Don Bacon , Gus Bilirakis
Last updated 6 months ago
139 Co-Sponsors
Marc Fischer Memorial Act
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Biography
Christopher Henry Smith, born on March 4, 1953, in Rahway, New Jersey, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 4th Congressional District. Elected in 1980, he is currently in his 23rd term, making him one of the longest-serving members of the House of Representatives. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been a staunch advocate for human rights, veterans' affairs, and health issues. He resides in Manchester, New Jersey, with his wife, Marie.
Education and Political Experience
Education: Smith graduated from Trenton State College with a degree in business administration. He also spent a semester abroad at Worcester College in England.
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Political Experience:
- Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1980, representing New Jersey's 4th Congressional District.
- Served as Chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee from 2001 to 2005.
- Currently serves as a senior member of the Foreign Affairs Committee and Chairman of its Africa Subcommittee.
- Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission.
- Co-Chair of the bipartisan House/Senate/White House Congressional-Executive Commission on China .
Notable Achievements
Legislation: Authored 49 laws, including the "Sean and David Goldman International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act" in 2014, aimed at assisting in the return of American children abducted abroad.
Veterans' Affairs: Authored 14 enacted veterans' laws, such as the "Homeless Veterans Comprehensive Assistance Act" and the "Veterans Benefits Act of 2003" .
Human Rights: Recognized for his leadership in human rights advocacy, including his role as Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission and the Congressional-Executive Commission on China.
Awards: Received numerous honors, such as the "One Hundred Percent Award" from FRC Action in 2023 and the "Friend of the Family Award" from the Faith & Freedom Coalition for the 118th Congress .
Smith's extensive legislative career reflects his commitment to addressing issues ranging from international child abduction to veterans' welfare and human rights.
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