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Smith Welcomes Study on ‘Orphan Works’
Jan 31, 2006
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Chairman Lamar Smith (R-TX-21) today welcomed the release of the “Report on Orphan Works” by the U.S. Copyright Office, which examines the difficulties faced when potential users of a copyrighted work cannot find the copyright owner to seek permission. “The current process for dealing with orphan wo...
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Smith: Foreign Worker Programs Hurt American Workers
Jan 31, 2006
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Congressman Lamar Smith (R-TX-21) issued the following statement in response to President Bush’s comments on a foreign worker program in tonight’s State of the Union Address:“The President offered a clear vision for strengthening America at home and abroad. I am encouraged to hear the President call...
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Smith Remarks to IBM Employees
Jan 26, 2006
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I am pleased to be here with you today to celebrate IBM`s extraordinary ability to innovate. Last year, the Patent and Trademark Office granted IBM 2,941 patents. This is the eighth consecutive year the company has received more than 2,000 patents. This is the 13th consecutive year that IBM has rece...
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Looking for Bipartisanship in Today’s Politics
Jan 23, 2006
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We have all heard about the idea of “bipartisanship.” But does it really exist? Do lawmakers really put aside their personal and political differences to do what is best for the American people?With all of the political drama playing out in the Capitol and on the news lately, it may be hard to belie...
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The Year in Review & the Year Ahead
Jan 6, 2006
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The second session of the 109th Congress is about to begin. This Congress stands at a half-way mark, and I want to update you on what was accomplished in 2005 and what work remains to be done in the year ahead. Last year, Congress passed several important pieces of legislation that have the potent...
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Smith Lauds Longhorn Victory
Jan 5, 2006
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The University of Texas’ Congressman lauded college football’s national champions today for their heroic victory and undefeated season. The Horns’ fourth finish atop college football’s ranks will be recognized by Congressman Lamar Smith (R-TX-21) on the floor of the House of Representatives when the...
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