Representatives Smith and Valadao introduce the CHARGE Act to enhance energy resilience in community health centers through solar technology.
Quiver AI Summary
Introduction of the CHARGE Act: Representatives Adam Smith (D-Wash.) and David Valadao (R-Calif.) have unveiled the Community Health Access Through Resilient Grid Energy (CHARGE) Act, a bipartisan initiative aimed at establishing a grant program through the Department of Energy. This program seeks to enable Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to install solar energy systems and battery storage to ensure operational continuity during emergencies.
Legislative Goals: Smith emphasized the importance of community health centers, stating they are critical in underserved areas, particularly during adverse weather conditions. Valadao highlighted the intent to support these centers in maintaining essential services during crises. The bill proposes allocating $50 million annually from 2026 to 2030 for these projects.
Support and Impact: The CHARGE Act has garnered endorsements from several health and energy organizations, reflecting its potential impact on community healthcare and renewable energy deployment. The legislation aims to address energy reliability issues faced by healthcare facilities that provide vital services to millions across the nation.
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Adam Smith Fundraising
Adam Smith recently disclosed $158.4K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 560th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 54.5% came from individual donors.
Smith disclosed $140.8K of spending. This was the 436th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Smith disclosed $676.6K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 441st most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
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Adam Smith Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Adam Smith is worth $637.4K, as of December 5th, 2025. This is the 375th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Smith has approximately $121.0K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Adam Smith Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Adam Smith:
- H.R.6281: To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a grant program to facilitate the use of solar energy systems and energy storage technologies at Federally qualified health centers, and for other purposes.
- H.R.5859: Behavioral Health Crisis Care Centers Act of 2025
- H.R.5807: Empowering Individuals to Succeed Through Education and Workforce Training Act
- H.R.5806: Pre-Apprenticeship Wrap-around Support Services Fund Act of 2025
- H.R.5785: Voluntary Grazing Permit Retirement Act of 2025
- H.R.5532: To direct the Secretary of Education to establish a program to facilitate the transition to tuition-free community college in certain States, and for other purposes.
You can track bills proposed by Adam Smith on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Smith.
