Today, Congressman Jason Smith hosted students from the SEMO Electric Cooperative who were participating in the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. “I’m excited to host these outstanding young students and think it’s great that they have taken an interest in American history and civics,” said Congressman Smith. “I remember my first trip to Washington, and it had a lasting impact. It really helped me understand our civic duties as Americans and i... READ MORE
Today, Congressman Jason Smith hosted students participating in the Missouri 4-H Citizenship Washington Focus leadership program in Washington, D.C. “I’m excited to host these outstanding young students and think it’s great that they have taken an interest in American history and civics,” said Congressman Smith. “I remember my first trip to Washington, it was with the Salem FFA, and it had a lasting impact. It really helped me understand our civic duties as Americans and inspired me to serve an... READ MORE
Today, Congressman Jason Smith hosted Zoe Wilson from the Gascosage Electric Cooperative who was participating in the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. “I’m excited to host these outstanding young students and think it’s great that they have taken an interest in American history and civics,” said Congressman Smith. “I remember my first trip to Washington, and it had a lasting impact. It really helped me understand our civic duties as Americans... READ MORE
Would you leave your home unlocked or your car doors wide open? Probably not. But right now, America’s borders are about as secure as an open fence line with a herd of cattle. That’s why this week I voted to give Customs and Border Protection more resources to secure our border by making it easier for them to hire our brave military veterans and law enforcement officers. Securing our border is one of mine and President Trump’s top priorities, and this bill is one of many actions I have taken to ... READ MORE
MOUNTAIN GROVE, MO – On June 5, 2017, Congressman Jason Smith met with Dr. Logan Williams in Mountain Grove, Missouri to learn how he started his veterinary practice and discuss federal regulations that impact small business owners in Missouri. Williams shared with Smith how an Obama-era regulation called the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) complicates and slows down his veterinary practice with unnecessary paper work. “The Veterinary Feed Directive is another example of Washington, D.C. bureauc... READ MORE
Small Businesses. They are the driving force behind our economy and there is truly nothing small about them. 97.5% of all businesses in Missouri are “small” and there are nearly 20,000 small businesses in southeast and south central Missouri. Across America, small businesses employ over half of the workforce and create 7 out of every 10 new jobs. I have spent the last week meeting with small business owners and hosting public roundtables all across southeast and south central Missouri – hearing ... READ MORE
Communities across southern Missouri have done an incredible job of helping each other recover from this historic flooding. I have seen much of the devastation first hand and have been in constant communication with families, farmers, small business owners, first responders and community leaders impacted by this disaster. I have relayed the needs of our area and the vast impact to our Governor and directly in conversations with the White House. I am pleased to see the Administration expeditiousl... READ MORE
HILLSBORO, MO – On May 31, 2017, Congressman Jason Smith met with Hillsboro small business owners to discuss a variety of issues facing their businesses. The roundtable was held at one of the newest small businesses in Hillsboro, the Russell House Restaurant Inn and Brewery. Small business owners ranging from the food industry to insurance and welding talked with the 8th District Congressman about their concerns. “We talked about the need for vocational education and affordable healthcare, as we... READ MORE
ROLLA, MO – On June 1, 2017, Congressman Jason Smith met with Mark and D’ettra Kearse, owners of Fugitive Beach in Rolla, Missouri to learn how they started their business and discuss opportunities in the Missouri Tourism industry. “Fugitive Beach is an awesome example of entrepreneurship stemming from the tourism industry in Missouri,” said Congressman Smith. D’ettra shared how the business started with Congressman Smith. “As a couple, Mark and I were active in Spartan Races, so we created an i... READ MORE
Time at the lake or on the river, barbeques and kicking off summer with family and friends – Memorial Day is a time where we celebrate our freedom, but we must stop to remember the cost. It is a day for us to remember those who died fighting for our country and protecting our way of life. Before you set off to enjoy summer, I ask that you pause to remember and honor Memorial Day with me. I visited the local VFW in Cape Girardeau recently which is named for three Missouri heroes. Lloyd Dale Clipp... READ MORE
