Years in Office
12
Bills Sponsored
121
Bills Co-Sponsored
1077
Committees
2
Jason Smith Biography
Jason Smith grew up working on his family’s farm in rural Missouri, grounding him in the challenges faced by agricultural communities. Elected as U.S. Representative for Missouri’s 8th District in 2013, Smith prioritizes rural development, tax reform, and healthcare accessibility. As Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, he played a central role in advancing legislation to expand rural broadband and reform the federal tax code. Smith’s pragmatic approach centers on amplifying the voices of rural Missourians and strengthening the region’s economic foundation.
Education
- J.D., Oklahoma City University School of Law, Oklahoma City, OK(2004)
- B.S. in Agricultural Economics and Business Administration, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO(2001)
Professional History
U.S. Senator
(2013-Present)Representing Missouri in the Senate
Member, Missouri House of Representatives
(2005–2013)(Majority Whip, 96th General Assembly
Attorney
Real Estate Agent
Small Business Owner
Farmer (fourth Generation Owner of the Family Farm)
Speaker Pro Tem, 97th General)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Jason Smith's congressional service.
Tax Reform
Helped draft and pass the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 as a member of the House Ways and Means Committee.
Rural Broadband Expansion
Secured federal funding to expand high-speed internet access in rural Missouri communities.
Agriculture Support
Advocated for increased crop insurance and disaster relief for Missouri farmers in the 2018 Farm Bill.
Healthcare Access
Introduced legislation to improve access to rural healthcare facilities and telemedicine services.
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