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In 1969, he was hired as a management intern by the [[Small Business Administration]] in [[Washington, D.C.]]<ref name=independencebio /> He was a business and financial writer for the ''[[Christian Science Monitor]]'' (1970-72).<ref name=independencebio /> He was [[Admission to the bar in the United States |admitted]] to the Texas [[Bar (law)|bar]] in 1975 and went into private practice in San Antonio with the firm of Maebius and Duncan, Inc.<ref name=independencebio />
In 1969, he was hired as a management intern by the [[Small Business Administration]] in [[Washington, D.C.]]<ref name=independencebio /> He was a business and financial writer for the ''[[Christian Science Monitor]]'' (1970-72).<ref name=independencebio /> He was [[Admission to the bar in the United States |admitted]] to the Texas [[Bar (law)|bar]] in 1975 and went into private practice in San Antonio with the firm of Maebius and Duncan, Inc.<ref name=independencebio />

==U.S. House of Representatives ==
[[File:Lamar S. Smith, official Congressional photo portrait.jpg|thumb|left|Earlier portrait of Congressman Lamar Smith]]

===Elections===
;1986
In 1986, four-term incumbent Republican U.S. Congressman [[Tom Loeffler]] of [[Texas' 21st congressional district]] decided to retire to run for [[governor of Texas]]. Smith led a crowded six-way primary with 31% of the vote<ref>[http://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=513769 TX District 21 – R Primary Race – May 03, 1986]. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref> and then defeated Van Archer in the run-off election 54%–46%.<ref>[http://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=513770 TX District 21 – R Runoff Race – Jun 07, 1986]. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref> He won the general election with 61% of the vote.<ref>[http://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=38458 TX District 21 Race – Nov 04, 1986]. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref>

;1988–2002
During this time period, he never won re-election with less than 73% of the vote.

;2004
Smith's district was significantly altered in the [[2003 Texas redistricting]]. While he lost most of the Hill Country to the [[Texas's 23rd congressional district|23rd District]], he picked up a significant portion of Austin, including the area around the [[University of Texas at Austin|University of Texas]], a traditional bastion of liberalism. Smith won re-election with 62% of the vote, Smith's lowest winning percentage since his initial run in 1986.<ref>[http://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=4372 TX – District 21 Race – Nov 02, 2004]. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref>

;2006
{{Main|United States House of Representatives elections in Texas, 2006}}
In 2006, the [[Supreme Court of the United States]] threw out the 23rd District in ''[[League of United Latin American Citizens v. Perry]]'' on the grounds that it violated the rights of Latino voters. The 23rd is the largest district in the nation (not counting the at-large districts), stretching across 800 road miles from [[El Paso]] to San Antonio. Due to its size, nearly every district in the El Paso-San Antonio corridor had to be redrawn. Smith regained most of the Hill Country, but kept a large portion of his share of Austin, including the area around the University of Texas.

In November 2006 the Texas Legislative Council <ref name="SAEN-2-8-06">Gary Martin, [http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/metro/stories/MYSA020806.en.POLcourage.bush.a7b1b44.html "Courage, other veterans speak out against Bush"], ''San Antonio Express-News'', February 8, 2006.</ref> found that nearly two-thirds of voters in District 21 cast ballots for statewide Republican candidates in 2004. In the November 2006 open election, Smith faced six candidates. He defeated Democrats John Courage and Gene Kelly 60%–24%-9%.<ref name="SAEN-9-3-06">Greg Jefferson, [http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/metro/stories/MYSA090406.01B.congresssmith.2ccea81.html "Remap is looking good for incumbent Smith"], ''San Antonio Express-News'', September 3, 2006.</ref><ref>[http://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=207725 TX – District 21 Race – Nov 07, 2006]. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref> This was Smith's lowest winning percentage of his career.

;2008
{{Main|United States House of Representatives elections in Texas, 2008}}
He only faced one candidate, Libertarian nominee James Arthur Strohm, and defeated him with 80% of the vote.<ref>[http://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=401689 TX – District 21 Race – Nov 04, 2008]. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref>

;2010
{{Main|United States House of Representatives elections in Texas, 2010}}
He faced two candidates, Democratic nominee Lainey Melnick and Libertarian nominee James Arthur Strohm, and won with 69% of the vote.<ref>[http://www.ourcampaigns.com/RaceDetail.html?RaceID=526108 TX – District 21 Race – Nov 02, 2010]. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref>

===Tenure===
;Abortion
Smith has consistently supported restrictions on abortion. In 2009, Smith voted to prohibit federally funded [[abortions]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.votesmart.org/issue_keyvote_detail.php?cs_id=28173&can_id=27097 |title=Project Vote Smart – Representative Smith on H Amdt 509 – Prohibiting Federally Funded Abortion Services |publisher=Votesmart.org |date= |accessdate=2010-08-29}}</ref> In 2006, Smith voted for the Abortion Pain Bill, which would “ensure that women seeking an abortion are fully informed regarding the pain experienced by their unborn child,” <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.votesmart.org/issue_keyvote_detail.php?cs_id=11772&can_id=27097 |title=Project Vote Smart – Representative Smith on HR 6099 – Abortion Pain Bill |publisher=Votesmart.org |date= |accessdate=2010-08-29}}</ref> and the Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act, which would “prohibit taking minors across State lines in circumvention of laws requiring the involvement of parents in abortion decisions.” <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.votesmart.org/issue_keyvote_detail.php?cs_id=7972&can_id=27097 |title=Project Vote Smart – Representative Smith on S 403 – Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act |publisher=Votesmart.org |date= |accessdate=2010-08-29}}</ref> In 2008, the [[National Right to Life Committee]], a strong advocate for the rights of the unborn,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nrlc.org/default.html |title=National Right to Life |publisher=Nrlc.org |date= |accessdate=2010-08-29}}</ref> gave Representative Smith a rating of 100 on a point system in which points were assigned for actions in support of legislation they described as pro-life.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.votesmart.org/issue_rating_category.php?can_id=27097 |title=Project Vote Smart – Representative Lamar S. Smith – Interest Group Ratings |publisher=Votesmart.org |date=2010-05-14 |accessdate=2010-08-29}}</ref>

;Digital Millennium Copyright Act
On April 23, 2006 [[CNet]] reported that Smith was introducing a bill that "would expand the DMCA's restrictions on software that can bypass copy protections and grant federal police more wiretapping and enforcement powers."<ref>Declan McCullagh , [http://news.com.com/2100-1028_3-6064016.html?part=rss&tag=6064016&subj=news "Congress readies broad new digital copyright bill"], [[CNet]], April 24, 2006.</ref> The move sparked a negative response among technology enthusiasts in opposition to the [[Digital Millennium Copyright Act]].

;Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2011
On June 23, 2011, H.R. 2306 was introduced to Congress by [[Barney Frank]] and co-signer [[Ron Paul]].<ref>[http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h112-2306 H.R. 2306: Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2011]. GovTrack.us. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.</ref> The intent of the bill was to end the Federal prohibition on [[Cannabis]], turning over the regulation of [[marijuana]] to states (similar to alcohol). The bill was the first of its kind since prohibition began. H.R. 2306 would limit federal powers to interstate transfer; while laws for cultivation, sales, use, and taxation would be determined by each state. This bill was well received by the public, especially [[medical marijuana]] patients and activists.{{fact|date=February 2012}}

Lamar Smith informed reporters that he had no intention of considering the bill or providing it with a hearing. With Smith's position as chairman of the [[House Committee on the Judiciary]], he has great influence on what bills will be considered.

Smith stated that "Marijuana use and distribution is prohibited under federal law because it has a high potential for abuse and does not have an accepted medical use in the U.S., The Food and Drug Administration has not approved smoked marijuana for any condition or disease."<ref name=latimes>[http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/washington/2011/06/marijuana-bill-officially-introduced-to-congress-by-ron-paul-barney-frank.html Marijuana bill officially introduced to Congress by Ron Paul, Barney Frank – latimes.com]. Latimesblogs.latimes.com (2011-06-23). Retrieved on 2012-01-09.</ref> According to the [[National Cancer Institute]], "Cannabis and cannabinoids have been studied in the laboratory and the clinic for relief of pain, nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and loss of appetite," though "there is not enough evidence to recommend that patients inhale or ingest Cannabis as a treatment for cancer-related symptoms or side effects of cancer therapy."<ref>[http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/cam/cannabis/patient New NCI Resource About Cannabis (Marijuana) – National Cancer Institute]. Cancer.gov. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.</ref>
Smith also stated that "Decriminalizing marijuana will only lead to millions more Americans becoming addicted to drugs and greater profits for drug cartels who fund violence along the U.S.-Mexico border. Allowing states to determine their own marijuana policy flies in the face of Supreme Court precedent."<ref name=latimes/>

On June 24, 2011, Lamar Smith's Facebook page was flooded with protests from citizens, asking him to change his position on the bill and calling for a fair hearing. Smith's Facebook page was temporarily taken down soon after, to be returned void of all comments related to H.R. 2306 and with future comments disabled.<ref name=norml>[http://blog.norml.org/2011/06/24/reefer-madness-alive-and-well-in-the-federal-government/ Reefer Madness: Alive And Well In The Federal Government! | NORML Blog, Marijuana Law Reform]. Blog.norml.org (2011-06-24). Retrieved on 2012-1-26.</ref>
The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws ([[NORML]]) encouraged MMJ patients and activists to contact Smith via his phone, which was soon turned to an automatic answering machine, stating the office was closed.<ref name=norml/>

;Donations
In 2011 Smith had received $37,250 in campaign contributions from the Beer, Wine and Liquor Lobby,<ref>[http://www.opensecrets.org/politicians/summary.php?cid=N00001811 Lamar Smith: Campaign Finance/Money – Summary – Representative 2012]. OpenSecrets. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.</ref>{{clarify|date=November 2011}} and $65,800 total between 2009 and 2011. He received more than $133,000 from the Content Industry, including Industry groups and individual companies through mid-2011. Another $60,000 was donated by these companies in the 2012 Election Cycle. <ref>[http://www.opensecrets.org/politicians/industries.php?cycle=2012&cid=N00001811] Opensecrets.org, Retrieved on 2012-22-02.</ref>Maplight.org listed the Beer, Wine, and Liquor Lobby as third among Smith's top ten campaign contributors, and Content Industry as #1.<ref>[http://maplight.org/us-congress/legislator/470-lamar-smith Lamar Smith (R-TX) U.S. House | MAPLight.org – Money and Politics]. MAPLight.org. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.</ref>

;Patent reform
Smith was instrumental in passing the [[Leahy-Smith America Invents Act]], a major reform of the U.S. [[patent]] system.<ref name="LeahySmithPolitico">[http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1111/69373.html Jackson, Leahy, Smith and Ryan named policymakers of the year], ''[[Politico]]'', Published 2011-11-29, Accessed 2012-02-01.</ref>

;Internet
Along with other congresspersons, Smith introduced the [[Stop Online Piracy Act]] (SOPA), a law against copyright infringement and other illegal activities on the Internet.<ref>{{cite news|last=Lee|first=Timothy|title=Under voter pressure, members of Congress backpedal (hard) on SOPA|url=http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2012/01/under-voter-pressure-members-of-congress-backpedal-on-sopa.ars|accessdate=2012-01-17|newspaper=[[arstechnica.com]]|date=2012-01-14}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|last=Smith|first=Erica|title=Internet giants to protest controversial legislation with blackouts |url=http://www.stltoday.com/news/multimedia/internet-giants-to-protest-controversial-legislation-with-blackouts/article_42a43110-40af-11e1-b572-0019bb30f31a.html|accessdate=2012-01-17|newspaper=STLToday.com (St. Louis Today)|date=2012-01-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://ia.rediff.com/news/2000/may/26vaiko.htm |title=House introduces Internet piracy bill |work=The Washington Post |first=Cecilia |last=Kang |date=October 26, 2011 |accessdate=February 4, 2012}}</ref> He also introduced the [[Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011]] (PCIP), which changes sentencing rules and mandates that ISPs keep information (such as name, IPs, credit card numbers, and bank account numbers) for each customer a year after they leave.<ref name="cnet broadened snooping">{{cite news | url=http://news.cnet.com/8301-31921_3-20084939-281/house-panel-approves-broadened-isp-snooping-bill/#ixzz1TRHj2GCD | title=House panel approves broadened ISP snooping bill | work=CNET | date=July 28, 2011 | accessdate=February 04, 2012 | author=McCullagh, Declan}}</ref> Rep. [[Zoe Lofgren]], (D-California) and Rep. [[John Conyers]] (D-Michigan) criticized PIPA. Lofgren said a better name would be "Keep Every Americans' Digital Data for Submission to the Federal Government Without a Warrant Act". Conyers said the bill would allow use of the information for purposes entirely unrelated to fighting child pornography.<ref name="pcworld customer records">{{cite news | first = Grant | last = Gross | title = House Panel Votes to Require ISPs to Keep Customer Records | date = July 28, 2011 | url = http://www.pcworld.com/article/236866/house_panel_votes_to_require_isps_to_keep_customer_records.html | work = PC World | accessdate = 2011-10-25}}</ref><ref name="cnet broadened snooping">{{cite news | url=http://news.cnet.com/8301-31921_3-20084939-281/house-panel-approves-broadened-isp-snooping-bill/#ixzz1TRHj2GCD | title=House panel approves broadened ISP snooping bill | work=CNET | date=July 28, 2011 | accessdate=February 04, 2012 | author=McCullagh, Declan}}</ref>

;Taxes
Smith is a signer of [[Taxpayer Protection Pledge|Americans for Tax Reform]]’s [[Taxpayer Protection Pledge]].<ref name="ATR">{{cite web|title=The Taxpayer Protection Pledge Signers 112th Congressional List|url=http://s3.amazonaws.com/atrfiles/files/files/091411-federalpledgesigners.pdf|publisher=Americans for Tax Reform|accessdate=November 30, 2011}}</ref>

===Committee assignments===
*'''[[United States House Committee on Homeland Security|Committee on Homeland Security]]'''
*'''[[United States House Committee on the Judiciary|Committee on the Judiciary]]''' (Chairman)
**As Chairman of the full committee, Rep. Smith may serve as an ''[[ex officio]]'' member of all subcommittees.
*'''[[United States House Committee on Science, Space and Technology|Committee on Science, Space and Technology]]'''
**[[United States House Science Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics|Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics]]

*[[Republican Study Committee]]
*[[Tea Party Caucus]]


==Personal life==
==Personal life==

Revision as of 15:22, 14 March 2012

Lamar Smith
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Texas's 21st district
Assumed office
January 3, 1987
Preceded byTom Loeffler
Bexar County Commissioner of the 3rd Precinct[1]
In office
1983–1985
Preceded byJeff Wentworth
Succeeded byWalter Bielstein
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
from the 57th district
In office
December 15, 1981 – November 15, 1982
Preceded byJames Nowlin
Succeeded byChock Word
Personal details
Born
Lamar Seeligson Smith

(1947-11-19) November 19, 1947 (age 76)
San Antonio, Texas
Political partyRepublican
SpouseElizabeth Lynn Schaefer
ResidenceSan Antonio, Texas
Alma materSouthern Methodist University, Yale University
OccupationAttorney

Lamar Seeligson Smith (born November 19, 1947) is the U.S. Representative (Republican) for Texas's 21st congressional district, serving since 1987. The district includes most of the wealthier sections of San Antonio and Austin, as well as nearly all of the Texas Hill Country. He introduced the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA), and the Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act (PCIP). He also introduced the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act.[2]

Early life, education, and legal career

Smith graduated from T.M.I.: The Episcopal School of Texas (1965), Yale University (1969), and Southern Methodist University Law School (1975).[3]

In 1969, he was hired as a management intern by the Small Business Administration in Washington, D.C.[3] He was a business and financial writer for the Christian Science Monitor (1970-72).[3] He was admitted to the Texas bar in 1975 and went into private practice in San Antonio with the firm of Maebius and Duncan, Inc.[3]

U.S. House of Representatives

Earlier portrait of Congressman Lamar Smith

Elections

1986

In 1986, four-term incumbent Republican U.S. Congressman Tom Loeffler of Texas' 21st congressional district decided to retire to run for governor of Texas. Smith led a crowded six-way primary with 31% of the vote[4] and then defeated Van Archer in the run-off election 54%–46%.[5] He won the general election with 61% of the vote.[6]

1988–2002

During this time period, he never won re-election with less than 73% of the vote.

2004

Smith's district was significantly altered in the 2003 Texas redistricting. While he lost most of the Hill Country to the 23rd District, he picked up a significant portion of Austin, including the area around the University of Texas, a traditional bastion of liberalism. Smith won re-election with 62% of the vote, Smith's lowest winning percentage since his initial run in 1986.[7]

2006
Main article: United States House of Representatives elections in Texas, 2006

In 2006, the Supreme Court of the United States threw out the 23rd District in League of United Latin American Citizens v. Perry on the grounds that it violated the rights of Latino voters. The 23rd is the largest district in the nation (not counting the at-large districts), stretching across 800 road miles from El Paso to San Antonio. Due to its size, nearly every district in the El Paso-San Antonio corridor had to be redrawn. Smith regained most of the Hill Country, but kept a large portion of his share of Austin, including the area around the University of Texas.

In November 2006 the Texas Legislative Council [8] found that nearly two-thirds of voters in District 21 cast ballots for statewide Republican candidates in 2004. In the November 2006 open election, Smith faced six candidates. He defeated Democrats John Courage and Gene Kelly 60%–24%-9%.[9][10] This was Smith's lowest winning percentage of his career.

2008
Main article: United States House of Representatives elections in Texas, 2008

He only faced one candidate, Libertarian nominee James Arthur Strohm, and defeated him with 80% of the vote.[11]

2010
Main article: United States House of Representatives elections in Texas, 2010

He faced two candidates, Democratic nominee Lainey Melnick and Libertarian nominee James Arthur Strohm, and won with 69% of the vote.[12]

Tenure

Abortion

Smith has consistently supported restrictions on abortion. In 2009, Smith voted to prohibit federally funded abortions.[13] In 2006, Smith voted for the Abortion Pain Bill, which would “ensure that women seeking an abortion are fully informed regarding the pain experienced by their unborn child,” [14] and the Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act, which would “prohibit taking minors across State lines in circumvention of laws requiring the involvement of parents in abortion decisions.” [15] In 2008, the National Right to Life Committee, a strong advocate for the rights of the unborn,[16] gave Representative Smith a rating of 100 on a point system in which points were assigned for actions in support of legislation they described as pro-life.[17]

Digital Millennium Copyright Act

On April 23, 2006 CNet reported that Smith was introducing a bill that "would expand the DMCA's restrictions on software that can bypass copy protections and grant federal police more wiretapping and enforcement powers."[18] The move sparked a negative response among technology enthusiasts in opposition to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2011

On June 23, 2011, H.R. 2306 was introduced to Congress by Barney Frank and co-signer Ron Paul.[19] The intent of the bill was to end the Federal prohibition on Cannabis, turning over the regulation of marijuana to states (similar to alcohol). The bill was the first of its kind since prohibition began. H.R. 2306 would limit federal powers to interstate transfer; while laws for cultivation, sales, use, and taxation would be determined by each state. This bill was well received by the public, especially medical marijuana patients and activists.[citation needed]

Lamar Smith informed reporters that he had no intention of considering the bill or providing it with a hearing. With Smith's position as chairman of the House Committee on the Judiciary, he has great influence on what bills will be considered.

Smith stated that "Marijuana use and distribution is prohibited under federal law because it has a high potential for abuse and does not have an accepted medical use in the U.S., The Food and Drug Administration has not approved smoked marijuana for any condition or disease."[20] According to the National Cancer Institute, "Cannabis and cannabinoids have been studied in the laboratory and the clinic for relief of pain, nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and loss of appetite," though "there is not enough evidence to recommend that patients inhale or ingest Cannabis as a treatment for cancer-related symptoms or side effects of cancer therapy."[21] Smith also stated that "Decriminalizing marijuana will only lead to millions more Americans becoming addicted to drugs and greater profits for drug cartels who fund violence along the U.S.-Mexico border. Allowing states to determine their own marijuana policy flies in the face of Supreme Court precedent."[20]

On June 24, 2011, Lamar Smith's Facebook page was flooded with protests from citizens, asking him to change his position on the bill and calling for a fair hearing. Smith's Facebook page was temporarily taken down soon after, to be returned void of all comments related to H.R. 2306 and with future comments disabled.[22] The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) encouraged MMJ patients and activists to contact Smith via his phone, which was soon turned to an automatic answering machine, stating the office was closed.[22]

Donations

In 2011 Smith had received $37,250 in campaign contributions from the Beer, Wine and Liquor Lobby,[23][clarification needed] and $65,800 total between 2009 and 2011. He received more than $133,000 from the Content Industry, including Industry groups and individual companies through mid-2011. Another $60,000 was donated by these companies in the 2012 Election Cycle. [24]Maplight.org listed the Beer, Wine, and Liquor Lobby as third among Smith's top ten campaign contributors, and Content Industry as #1.[25]

Patent reform

Smith was instrumental in passing the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act, a major reform of the U.S. patent system.[2]

Internet

Along with other congresspersons, Smith introduced the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA), a law against copyright infringement and other illegal activities on the Internet.[26][27][28] He also introduced the Protecting Children from Internet Pornographers Act of 2011 (PCIP), which changes sentencing rules and mandates that ISPs keep information (such as name, IPs, credit card numbers, and bank account numbers) for each customer a year after they leave.[29] Rep. Zoe Lofgren, (D-California) and Rep. John Conyers (D-Michigan) criticized PIPA. Lofgren said a better name would be "Keep Every Americans' Digital Data for Submission to the Federal Government Without a Warrant Act". Conyers said the bill would allow use of the information for purposes entirely unrelated to fighting child pornography.[30][29]

Taxes

Smith is a signer of Americans for Tax Reform’s Taxpayer Protection Pledge.[31]

Committee assignments

Personal life

Smith is a Christian Scientist. His wife, Elizabeth Lynn Schaefer, is a Christian Science practitioner and teacher. He divides his time between homes in San Antonio and Hyannisport, Massachusetts. They have 2 children, Nell Seeligson (born 1976) and Tobin Wells (born 1979), from his previous marriage.

See also

References

  1. ^ Past Bexar County Commissioners. Bexar.org. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  2. ^ a b Jackson, Leahy, Smith and Ryan named policymakers of the year, Politico, Published 2011-11-29, Accessed 2012-02-01.
  3. ^ a b c d Representative Lamar S. Smith. Independenceave.org. Retrieved on 2012-02-15.
  4. ^ TX District 21 – R Primary Race – May 03, 1986. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  5. ^ TX District 21 – R Runoff Race – Jun 07, 1986. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  6. ^ TX District 21 Race – Nov 04, 1986. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  7. ^ TX – District 21 Race – Nov 02, 2004. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  8. ^ Gary Martin, "Courage, other veterans speak out against Bush", San Antonio Express-News, February 8, 2006.
  9. ^ Greg Jefferson, "Remap is looking good for incumbent Smith", San Antonio Express-News, September 3, 2006.
  10. ^ TX – District 21 Race – Nov 07, 2006. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  11. ^ TX – District 21 Race – Nov 04, 2008. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  12. ^ TX – District 21 Race – Nov 02, 2010. Our Campaigns. Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  13. ^ "Project Vote Smart – Representative Smith on H Amdt 509 – Prohibiting Federally Funded Abortion Services". Votesmart.org. Retrieved 2010-08-29.
  14. ^ "Project Vote Smart – Representative Smith on HR 6099 – Abortion Pain Bill". Votesmart.org. Retrieved 2010-08-29.
  15. ^ "Project Vote Smart – Representative Smith on S 403 – Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act". Votesmart.org. Retrieved 2010-08-29.
  16. ^ "National Right to Life". Nrlc.org. Retrieved 2010-08-29.
  17. ^ "Project Vote Smart – Representative Lamar S. Smith – Interest Group Ratings". Votesmart.org. 2010-05-14. Retrieved 2010-08-29.
  18. ^ Declan McCullagh , "Congress readies broad new digital copyright bill", CNet, April 24, 2006.
  19. ^ H.R. 2306: Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2011. GovTrack.us. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.
  20. ^ a b Marijuana bill officially introduced to Congress by Ron Paul, Barney Frank – latimes.com. Latimesblogs.latimes.com (2011-06-23). Retrieved on 2012-01-09.
  21. ^ New NCI Resource About Cannabis (Marijuana) – National Cancer Institute. Cancer.gov. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.
  22. ^ a b Reefer Madness: Alive And Well In The Federal Government! | NORML Blog, Marijuana Law Reform. Blog.norml.org (2011-06-24). Retrieved on 2012-1-26.
  23. ^ Lamar Smith: Campaign Finance/Money – Summary – Representative 2012. OpenSecrets. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.
  24. ^ [1] Opensecrets.org, Retrieved on 2012-22-02.
  25. ^ Lamar Smith (R-TX) U.S. House | MAPLight.org – Money and Politics. MAPLight.org. Retrieved on 2011-11-16.
  26. ^ Lee, Timothy (2012-01-14). "Under voter pressure, members of Congress backpedal (hard) on SOPA". arstechnica.com. Retrieved 2012-01-17.
  27. ^ Smith, Erica (2012-01-16). "Internet giants to protest controversial legislation with blackouts". STLToday.com (St. Louis Today). Retrieved 2012-01-17.
  28. ^ Kang, Cecilia (October 26, 2011). "House introduces Internet piracy bill". The Washington Post. Retrieved February 4, 2012.
  29. ^ a b McCullagh, Declan (July 28, 2011). "House panel approves broadened ISP snooping bill". CNET. Retrieved February 04, 2012. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  30. ^ Gross, Grant (July 28, 2011). "House Panel Votes to Require ISPs to Keep Customer Records". PC World. Retrieved 2011-10-25.
  31. ^ "The Taxpayer Protection Pledge Signers 112th Congressional List" (PDF). Americans for Tax Reform. Retrieved November 30, 2011.

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