Lamar Smith

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Explore the political journey of Lamar Smith, Texas (republican), the dedicated Representative for Texas. Learn about her background, legislative achievements, and stances on key issues impacting our community.

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Lamar Smith Congressional Service

Lamar Smith is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Texas. LAMAR served as a House Representative for the state of Texas and served a total of 16 terms in congress.Lamar Smith participated in over 509 voting sessions, sponsored over 303 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 3392 individual bills.

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Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative

Lamar Smith has supported tax cuts and deregulation as means to stimulate economic growth. He has often backed policies favoring businesses and reducing government intervention in the economy.

Agriculture

Conservative

Smith has generally supported policies that favor agricultural interests, including subsidies and assistance to farmers, emphasizing the importance of agriculture to the national economy.

Immigration

Extremely conservative

Smith has taken a strong stance on immigration control, advocating for stricter enforcement of immigration laws and opposing proposals for amnesty for undocumented immigrants.

Education

Conservative

Smith has favored local control over education, supporting school choice initiatives such as vouchers and charter schools, while advocating for reduced federal involvement.

Energy

Conservative

Smith has supported the expansion of fossil fuel production, including oil and gas, and has been skeptical of regulatory measures that might restrict energy sector growth.

Climate change

Extremely conservative

Smith has expressed skepticism about climate change science and policies aimed at curbing carbon emissions, questioning the economic impact of environmental regulations.

Healthcare

Conservative

Smith has opposed the Affordable Care Act and has advocated for free-market solutions to healthcare, including reducing federal regulations and allowing insurance sales across state lines.

Housing

Conservative

Smith has not been a prominent voice on housing policy but generally supports reducing federal involvement and promoting private sector solutions.

Transportation

Conservative

Smith has generally supported infrastructure improvements while prioritizing budget constraints, emphasizing the efficient use of federal funds for transportation projects.

Veterans affairs

Conservative

Smith has advocated for improving services for veterans, including healthcare access and benefits, emphasizing accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Voting rights

Conservative

Smith has supported measures aimed at preventing voter fraud, including voter ID laws, and has been skeptical of efforts to expand voting rights legislation.

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Lamar Smith Latest Financials

Lamar Smith 2020 Campaign Financials

During the 2020 election cycle, Lamar Smith's raised over $0.00 in total contributions. The campaign spent over $262,653.77 during the 2020 election. LAMAR's campaign spent $43,553.77 in operating expenses. Lamar Smith reported $308,632.21 remaining in their fund after the election for future use.

Contributions$0.00

Contributions by Individuals$0.00

Contributions by Political Parties$0.00

Disbursements$262,653.77

Refunded Contributions$0.00

Remaining Cash on Hand$308,632.21

Super PAC Contributions to Lamar Smith's 2020 Election

$30.00

The (Super PAC) spent $30.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Lamar Smith's election run.

$558.00

The (Super PAC) spent $558.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Lamar Smith's election run.

$8,000.00

The (Super PAC) spent $8,000.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Lamar Smith's election run.

$25,000.00

The (Super PAC) spent $25,000.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Lamar Smith's election run.

$5,032.00

The (Super PAC) spent $5,032.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Lamar Smith's election run.

$705.00

The (Super PAC) spent $705.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Lamar Smith's election run.

$705.00

The (Super PAC) spent $705.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Lamar Smith's election run.

Supporting and Opposing Lamar Smith's 2020 Election

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS in support of$5,578.73

The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Political Action Committee spent $5,578.73 in support of Lamar Smith's 2016 election run.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS in support of$3,458.37

The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Political Action Committee spent $3,458.37 in support of Lamar Smith's 2014 election run.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS in support of$448.27

The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS Political Action Committee spent $448.27 in support of Lamar Smith's 2012 election run.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS in opposition to$171.00

The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS Political Action Committee spent $171.00 in opposition to Lamar Smith's 2006 election run.

NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in opposition to$64.00

The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $64.00 in opposition to Lamar Smith's 2004 election run.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in opposition to$349.00

The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $349.00 in opposition to Lamar Smith's 2004 election run.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in support of$216.00

The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $216.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 2002 election run.

NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$414.00

The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $414.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 2000 election run.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in support of$630.00

The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $630.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 2000 election run.

NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$242.00

The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $242.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1998 election run.

BROWN & ROOT INC in support of$23.00

The BROWN & ROOT INC Political Action Committee spent $23.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1996 election run.

NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$1.00

The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $1.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1996 election run.

NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA in support of$32.00

The NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA Political Action Committee spent $32.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1996 election run.

NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$4,255.00

The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $4,255.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1992 election run.

NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA in support of$87.00

The NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA Political Action Committee spent $87.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1990 election run.

NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA in support of$65.00

The NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA Political Action Committee spent $65.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1988 election run.

NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$4,578.00

The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $4,578.00 in support of Lamar Smith's 1986 election run.

EVERYTOWN FOR GUN SAFETY ACTION FUND in opposition to$861.86

The EVERYTOWN FOR GUN SAFETY ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $861.86 in opposition to Lamar Smith's 2018 election run.

NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$20.56

The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $20.56 in support of Lamar Smith's 2016 election run.

TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC in support of$92.27

The TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC Political Action Committee spent $92.27 in support of Lamar Smith's 2016 election run.

NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE VICTORY FUND in support of$20.56

The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $20.56 in support of Lamar Smith's 2016 election run.

CLIMATE HAWKS VOTE POLITICAL ACTION in opposition to$3,000.00

The CLIMATE HAWKS VOTE POLITICAL ACTION Political Action Committee spent $3,000.00 in opposition to Lamar Smith's 2016 election run.

TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C in support of$43.67

The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C Political Action Committee spent $43.67 in support of Lamar Smith's 2014 election run.

NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$1.23

The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $1.23 in support of Lamar Smith's 2012 election run.

TEST PAC in opposition to$18,737.22

The TEST PAC Political Action Committee spent $18,737.22 in opposition to Lamar Smith's 2012 election run.

TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC in support of$261.14

The TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC Political Action Committee spent $261.14 in support of Lamar Smith's 2012 election run.

TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C in support of$36.56

The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C Political Action Committee spent $36.56 in support of Lamar Smith's 2012 election run.

TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$21.75

The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $21.75 in support of Lamar Smith's 2010 election run.

TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC in support of$138.99

The TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC Political Action Committee spent $138.99 in support of Lamar Smith's 2010 election run.

TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C in support of$28.28

The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C Political Action Committee spent $28.28 in support of Lamar Smith's 2008 election run.

TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) in support of$20.95

The TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) Political Action Committee spent $20.95 in support of Lamar Smith's 2008 election run.

TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) in support of$52.30

The TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) Political Action Committee spent $52.30 in support of Lamar Smith's 2004 election run.