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https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-votes-pass-covid-relief-package Davids Votes to Pass COVID Relief Package 2020-12-21 2020 2020-12 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids today voted to pass a coronavirus relief package after months of calling on congressional leaders to reach a bipartisan deal that would get aid to Kansas families, workers, small businesses and health care centers. The package passed the House along with an omnibus spending bill that included several other legislative priorities championed by Davids, including addressing surprise medical billing and flood prevention. For months, I have been pushing for congressional leaders to come together and reach a deal on a bipartisan coronavirus relief package one that meets the scope of the crisis we're facing and has the support needed to actually become law. Today, I was glad to vote for a package that, while far from perfect, will provide much-needed relief to our families, workers, small businesses and health care system in the face of immense hardship and uncertainty, said Davids. The COVID relief legislation includes funding for testing and vaccines, support for small businesses, expanded unemployment benefits, and direct payments to Americans, among other programs. As is the case with any compromise, this package did not include every measure I'd hoped for and championed. Most notably it lacked funding for state and local governments to avoid devastating cuts to our public schools, roads, fire and police departments, public health agencies and other services that we depend on. I'll continue to fight for state and local funding in the upcoming Congress as well as strong oversight and transparency measures for the distribution of relief funds. I'm optimistic that with a new Administration we can finally deliver the assistance our communities need, continued Davids. The House also passed bipartisan legislation to address surprise medical billing, an issue that Davids has championed and even introduced her own bill to help prevent. A version of Davids' bill was included in the final legislation. Especially in the middle of this devastating pandemic, the last thing Kansas families need is a… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sharice-davids-congratulates-rep-deb-haaland-historic-nomination-secretary Rep. Sharice Davids Congratulates Rep. Deb Haaland on Historic Nomination as Secretary of the Interior 2020-12-17 2020 2020-12 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) issued the following statement on the historic nomination of Representative Deb Haaland (NM-01) as Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior. Davids, a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, and Haaland, a member of the Pueblo of Laguna, were the first two Native American women ever elected to Congress in 2018. I want to congratulate my friend and sister Deb Haaland on her well-deserved and historic nomination for Secretary of the Interior. For the first time in our nation's history, a Native person will oversee an agency tasked with protecting our federal lands, including the millions of acres of Tribal land, and upholding the federal government's trust responsibilities to Tribes. I can think of no one more uniquely qualified and prepared to lead the Department of Interior and advise the President, particularly during a crisis that has disproportionately impacted and harmed Native communities. Deb has spent her career fighting for economic, social, and environmental justice. In Congress she has been a champion for our environment and a leader in the fight against climate change, experience that will serve our country well as we work to undo the destructive policies of the Trump Administration. She has been a fierce advocate and organizer in Indian Country for decades, maintaining a deep understanding of both the realities and challenges that Native communities face as well as the hope and potential they contain with improved federal resources, true consultation, and respect for tribal sovereignty. With this choice, President-Elect Joe Biden has re-affirmed his commitment to protecting our climate and natural resources, to standing with and listening to Indian Country, and to creating a Cabinet that truly reflects the diversity of our country. While I'll miss serving alongside Deb in the House, I'm very much looking forward to working with her at the Department of the Interior. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-congress-must-stay-session-until-relief-package-passed Davids: Congress Must Stay in Session Until Relief Package is Passed 2020-12-03 2020 2020-12 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids continued to urge congressional leaders to reach a deal on a coronavirus bipartisan relief package today, saying that Congress must stay in session until a relief package is passed. In a letter to leaders of both parties, Davids called for an end to partisan bickering and instead for them to work together to get relief into the hands of those who need it most. Coronavirus cases are skyrocketing, our hospitals are being pushed to the brink, and our workers and small businesses are continuing to suffer. We cannot, in good conscience, go back to our districts for the Holiday recess while millions continue to suffer without help from their government. We need leaders in both parties to stay at the negotiating table until we reach a bipartisan deal that provides for the health, safety, and economic security of the people in this country, said Davids. While coronavirus cases are on the rise in Kansas and across the country, many key relief measures are set to expire at the end of the year leaving families, workers and small businesses without much-needed support. Davids has expressed support for a new bipartisan aid proposal as the framework for negotiations, which has quickly gained momentum in the House and Senate. The basis of any relief package must include providing resources for the expansion of widespread and rapid testing, increased access to personal protective equipment for our frontline workers, funding for our hospitals, help for small businesses, unemployment and housing assistance, accountability and transparency measures in the distribution of relief funds, and importantly, support for state and local governments who are fighting this virus head on, said Davids. Davids has repeatedly pushed for leaders in both parties to reach a deal on coronavirus relief. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-davids-backed-legislation-improve-aircraft-safety House Passes Davids-Backed Legislation to Improve Aircraft Safety 2020-11-18 2020 2020-11 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed the Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act, legislation backed by Aviation Subcommittee Vice-Chair Sharice Davids to improve aircraft safety in the wake of two Boeing 737 MAX crashes. The Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act is based on recommendations from a Committee report on the Boeing 737 MAX, which lays out serious flaws, missteps, and inconsistencies in the design, development, and certification of the aircraft. The 737 MAX entered into service in 2017 and suffered two deadly crashes within five months of each other that killed 346 people. The 346 victims of the Boeing 737 MAX crashes and their families expect and deserve Congress to act to make sure the mistakes that led to those tragedies never happen again, said Davids. This bipartisan bill will strengthen aviation safety and accountability and help pilots and flight crews do their jobs safely and efficiently. I was glad to see my House colleagues come together today to pass this critical legislation, and I urge the Senate to do the same. Davids questioned former Boeing President and CEO Dennis Muilenburg in October 2019, which helped inform the committee report's findings. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sharice-davids-issues-support-rep-deb-haaland-secretary-interior Rep. Sharice Davids Issues Support for Rep. Deb Haaland as Secretary of the Interior 2020-11-18 2020 2020-11 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids has issued her support for the nomination of Representative Deb Haaland as Secretary of the Department of the Interior. Davids, a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, and Haaland, a member of the Pueblo of Laguna, were the first two Native American women ever elected to Congress in 2018. Representative Deb Haaland has been warrior for Native peoples for decades and profoundly understands the consequences of federal administration on tribal communities, said Davids. Her historic nomination and her deep respect and understanding for the fundamental principles that any Department of the Interior secretary must abide by would be an invaluable asset in this position. I have only the highest trust and regard for Rep. Haaland's integrity and her work, and there is no one more highly qualified and prepared to lead the Department of the Interior during a crisis that has disproportionately impacted and harmed Native communities. Despite the federal government's unique relationship with and trust responsibility to tribal members, there has never been a Native member of the president's cabinet. In a letter to the Biden-Harris transition team, Davids wrote: I greatly appreciate your commitment to ensuring a smooth transition of power to the Biden-Harris administration through your work on the transition team focusing on the Department of the Interior. The Department of the Interior plays a critical role in the administration and management of federal lands and in coordinating government-to-government relationships with and services for federally recognized tribes. It is absolutely vital that the incoming secretary has a firm understanding of the department's responsibilities and duties to tribes and has significant experience working and living in Indian Country. I strongly recommend that you consider nominating Representative Deb Haaland, a congresswoman from New Mexico and an enrolled member of the Pueblo of Laguna, as Secretary of the Department of the Interior. In 2018, Rep. Haaland and I were… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/ku-med-receives-over-375-million-help-covid-19-testing-rep-davids-support KU Med Receives Over $3.75 Million to help with COVID-19 Testing with Rep. Davids’ Support 2020-10-06 2020 2020-10 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy The University of Kanas Medical Center has been awarded an over $3.75 million grant from the National Institutes of Health for KU Med's effort to help local organizations address disparities in COVID-19 testing. Rep. Sharice Davids helped advocate for the funding. The initiative awarded the grant money, RADx-UP: Improving the Response of Local Urban and Rural Communities to Disparities in COVID-19 Testing, seeks to help to improve the health of Kansans in rural and urban communities during this unprecedented global pandemic. It uses community-developed and community-informed strategies to increase testing and contract tracing of COVID-19 cases in Kansas' most vulnerable communities. Many people in our community face difficulty accessing health care, and these disparities have become even more apparent as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, said Rep. Davids. I'm glad to have played a role in securing this funding and I'm excited to see the community-informed work that has begun in Wyandotte County with the local Health Equity Task Force. I look forward to seeing this work expand to assist other regions in Kansas. RADx-UP aims to understand COVID-19 testing patterns better among underserved and populations; strengthen the data on disparities in infection rates, disease progression and outcomes; and develop strategies to reduce these disparities in COVID-19 testing. To accomplish these goals in rapid fashion, the program is supporting projects with established community partnerships that can use their existing research infrastructures to swiftly implement strategies and interventions to increase access and uptake of COVID-19 testing. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-statement-opposition-revised-heroes-act Rep. Davids statement on opposition to revised HEROES Act 2020-10-02 2020 2020-10 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on her opposition to the revised HEROES Act last night: "What we need right now is a bipartisan coronavirus relief deal that delivers the help that Kansans badly need- not another partisan bill that has no chance of becoming law. I have been calling on leaders from both parties for months to reach a deal. People are rightfully frustrated at the partisan back and forth rather than solutions. "This legislation of course included much-needed measures I've fought for, such as state and local funding to pay frontline workers and improved small business relief programs. I'm hopeful these measures will serve as the foundation for a bipartisan piece of legislation that can actually become law and soon. But Kansans need real relief and we need both parties to reach a deal that will get us there." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-applauds-bipartisan-bill-improve-aircraft-safety-after-boeing-737-max Davids Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Improve Aircraft Safety After Boeing 737 Max Investigation, Votes to Send to House Floor 2020-09-30 2020 2020-09 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Rep. Sharice Davids, vice chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation, today applauded a bipartisan bill to improve aircraft safety and voted to pass it out of Committee and send it to the House floor for a vote. The Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act is based on recommendations from a Committee report on the Boeing 737 MAX, which lays out serious flaws, missteps, and inconsistencies in the design, development, and certification of the aircraft. The 737 MAX entered into service in 2017 and suffered two deadly crashes within five months of each other that killed 346 people. The legislation also incorporates recommendations from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) that address safety issues surrounding the increasing automation of aircraft. The 346 victims of the Boeing 737 MAX crashes and their families expect and deserve Congress to act to make sure the mistakes that led to those tragedies never happen again, said Davids. This bipartisan bill will strengthen aviation safety and accountability and help pilots and flight crews do their jobs safely and efficiently. I commend my Republican and Democrat colleagues on the Committee for coming together to put people's safety first l and I hope the full House votes to pass this legislation very soon. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-welcomes-new-federal-aid-wyandotte-county-address-coronavirus Rep. Davids welcomes new federal aid for Wyandotte County to address the coronavirus 2020-09-23 2020 2020-09 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, recently announced that the State Office of Recovery has approved its plan for distribution of funds from the CARES Act, a federal relief bill that Representative Sharice Davids supported. More than $37 million is being allocated throughout the county to combat the impacts of coronavirus including increased and free testing, contact tracing, and community outreach and education. More than $9 million will also be distributed to local organizations to support nonprofits and small businesses and help residents with rent, utilities, and food assistance. People in Kansas and across the county continue to feel the impacts of coronavirus, both on their health and on their economic security. The CARES Act, which I voted for, is one part of helping get them the relief they need, said Rep. Davids. Access to free and easy testing is an important step to containing the virus and opening our economy safely and I'm very glad these funds are helping Wyandotte County residents. Congress has much more work to do to help this country recover, and I'll keep advocating for another bipartisan relief package, said Davids. That has to include widespread and rapid testing, and the production of more personal protective equipment, so we can control this virus to save lives and save our economy. It also has to help people stay afloat as we get the virus under control including emergency unemployment insurance, paid family leave, and help for state and local governments to avoid severe cuts to our public schools, roads, fire departments, public health agencies, and other essential services Kansans depend on. David Alvey, Mayor of the United Government of Wyandotte County, said: The allocation of $37 million in initial CARES Act funding will provide a tremendous benefit to our community as we continue to battle the health and economic impacts of COVID-19, stated Mayor David Alvey. In particular, I'm pleased that more than $9 million in direct aid will … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/repdavids-helps-welcome-new-federal-coronavirus-aid-wyandotte-county Rep. Davids welcomes new federal aid for Wyandotte County to address the coronavirus 2020-09-23 2020 2020-09 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, recently announced that the State Office of Recovery has approved its plan for distribution of funds from the CARES Act, a federal relief bill that Representative Sharice Davids supported. More than $37 million is being allocated throughout the county to combat the impacts of coronavirus including increased and free testing, contact tracing, and community outreach and education. More than $9 million will also be distributed to local organizations to support nonprofits and small businesses and help residents with rent, utilities, and food assistance. People in Kansas and across the county continue to feel the impacts of coronavirus, both on their health and on their economic security. The CARES Act, which I voted for, is one part of helping get them the relief they need, said Rep. Davids. Access to free and easy testing is an important step to containing the virus and opening our economy safely and I'm very glad these funds are helping Wyandotte County residents. Congress has much more work to do to help this country recover, and I'll keep advocating for another bipartisan relief package, said Davids. That has to include widespread and rapid testing, and the production of more personal protective equipment, so we can control this virus to save lives and save our economy. It also has to help people stay afloat as we get the virus under control including emergency unemployment insurance, paid family leave, and help for state and local governments to avoid severe cuts to our public schools, roads, fire departments, public health agencies, and other essential services Kansans depend on. David Alvey, Mayor of the United Government of Wyandotte County, said: The allocation of $37 million in initial CARES Act funding will provide a tremendous benefit to our community as we continue to battle the health and economic impacts of COVID-19, stated Mayor David Alvey. In particular, I'm pleased that more than $9 million in direct aid will be distributed to mo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-applauds-passage-bill-increase-focus-missing-and-murdered-indigenous Rep. Davids Applauds Passage of Bill to Increase Focus on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women 2020-09-22 2020 2020-09 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Washington,D.C. Monday evening, a bill led by Congresswoman Deb Haaland (N.M.-01) to address themissing and murdered indigenous women crisispassedby a voicevote on the House Floor and will be moving to the President's desk. If signed into law, the Not Invisible Act of 2019 will be the first bill in history to be introduced and passed by four members of federally recognized tribes:Deb Haaland (Pueblo of Laguna), Tom Cole (Chickasaw Nation), Sharice Davids (Ho-Chunk Nation), and Markwayne Mullin (Cherokee Nation). This historic bill will increase focus on addressing the silent crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women. Full text of the bill is availablehere. All women deserve to live without fear of disappearing without a trace, but the missing and murdered indigenous women crisis persists and indigenous people continue to go missing. Today, we moved to say enough is enough' and passed the Not Invisible Act, which includes efforts to get meaningful input from the survivors of these horrific crimes and Tribal leaders to ensure law enforcement has the guidance it needs to address missing persons cases from people who know the issue first hand. A real solution to this crisis will never be found without the explicit inclusion of survivors, which is what is so special about this bill. I'm grateful to my colleagues in the Senate who helped move this bill forward, so that it has a chance of becoming law,said Congresswoman Deb Haaland, Co-Chair of the Congressional Native American Caucus. Including survivors of crimes in Indian Country to help guide the efforts of law enforcement to find others is a great first step in rescuing missing indigenous women and children before it is too late, saidCongressman Tom Cole, Co-Chair of the Congressional Native American Caucus. As homicide leads as the number one cause of death for Native women and children, I am proud to see the federal government work to create solutions to end this horrific epidemic. I applaud the passage of this important legislation. I'm extremely proud to … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sharice-davids-statement-boeing-737-max-final-report Rep. Sharice Davids’ statement on Boeing 737 MAX final report 2020-09-16 2020 2020-09 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure released its final report on the Boeing 737 MAX. The report lays out the serious flaws and missteps in the design, development, and certification of the aircraft, which entered commercial service in 2017 before suffering two deadly crashes within five months of each other that killed a total of 346 people, including eight Americans. Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Aviation Rep. Sharice Davids questioned former Boeing President and CEO Dennis Muilenburg in October 2019, which helped inform the report's findings. Davids released the following statement: Our investigation uncovered serious problems in the FAA's safety certification process and revealed that Boeing repeatedly put profit over safety in the development of the 737 MAX. The 346 victims of both tragic crashes and their families now expect and deserve Congress to act. We must strengthen aviation safety and transparency and hold corporations much more accountable so that the tragedy of the Boeing 737 MAX is not repeated. Read the full report here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-statement-governor-kelly-s-testimony-calling-covid-relief-kansans Rep. Davids Statement on Governor Kelly’s Testimony Calling for COVID Relief for Kansans 2020-09-10 2020 2020-09 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Governor Laura Kelly testified before the House Financial Services Committee on the need for federal relief for the Kansas state budget. Rep. Davids released the following statement in support of Governor Kelly's testimony: I want to thank Governor Kelly for her leadership and for advocating on behalf of the needs of all Kansans today. It's clear that Kansas needs emergency relief to avoid severe cuts to our public schools, roads, fire departments, public health agencies, and other essential services Kansans depend on. That would hurt our economy even more and make the damage last longer. Kansans have been down this road before. After going through the failed Brownback tax experiment, we know firsthand how harmful severe state budget cuts can be for our families and communities. This is a national emergency and it requires a national solution states and local governments can't be expected to address these challenges on their own. I will continue to push congressional leaders and the Administration to pass another coronavirus relief bill that includes aid to state and local governments. That legislation also needs to include support for workers and small businesses, widespread and rapid testing, and personal protective equipment so we can control this virus to save lives and save our economy. Other nations around the globe have done a much better job of controlling this virus and we should expect nothing less from ours. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-seeks-answers-uscis-contractor-furloughs-kansas-city Rep. Davids Seeks Answers on USCIS Contractor Furloughs in Kansas City 2020-09-01 2020 2020-09 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy (Washington, D.C.) Today, United States Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), Sharice Davids (D-KS), and Sam Graves (R-MO), along with U.S. Senators Roy Blunt (R-MO), Josh Hawley (R-MO), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and Pat Roberts (R-KS), called for an immediate bipartisan briefing from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on the reduction of a contract, which has led to the furloughs of roughly 800 contract employees in the agency's Kansas City offices. In a letter to USCIS Deputy Director Joseph Edlow,the lawmakers wrote: As you know, the National Benefit Center (NBC) has approximately 1,300 contract employees between the Missouri and Kansas facilities, and overall USCIS has 3,100 contract and federal employees in the bi-state region. Employees at the NBC conduct pre-processing steps, run background checks, and prepare applications for interviews at field offices around the country. Were it not for the hard work of these dedicated individuals, the Kansas City Metropolitan region would not have grown into the diverse community it is today and the economic impact of such a reduction will be felt for years to come. To get a better understanding of how USCIS reached the decision to furlough hundreds of contract workers at the National Benefit Center (NBC), the lawmakers are requesting a briefing from the agency to detail how the determination was made to descope the contract in the Kansas City region, any changes that will be made to the responsibilities of remaining personnel, the potential impacts this change will have on application case backlogs in various application categories, and the metrics that will be used to restore the full contract level in the future. At a time when millions of Americans are struggling to find work and keep a paycheck coming in every month, it is both extremely disappointing and concerning to see the USCIS make this decision without working with Congress to find a suitable solution,said Congressman Cleaver. As I understand it, there is plenty of work to be done to elim… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-votes-save-postal-service-amid-unprecedented-attacks Davids Votes to Save Postal Service Amid Unprecedented Attacks 2020-08-22 2020 2020-08 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Representative Sharice Davids voted for the Delivering for America Act to save the United States Postal Service (USPS) from unprecedented attacks on the institution. The bill rolls back disastrous changes made by Postmaster General DeJoy, which have caused long delays impacting Kansas families, seniors and veterans. It also provides the USPS with emergency funding so it can continue to operate without any chance of interruption. Kansans are relying on the United States Postal Service more than ever right now from seniors and veterans who count on it for lifesaving medications to our small business owners who need to ship their products. It also employs over half a million Americans, many of them Veterans like my mom who has been a postal worker in Kansas City for nearly 20 years. This Administrations' attacks on our Postal Service for their own personal and political gain are beyond unacceptable and today I joined my House colleagues to ensure that we support the Postal Service and the countless people in this country who depend on it. I urge my colleagues in the Senate to take up this vital piece of legislation right away, said Davids. While I was glad to vote on this critical bill to support the Postal Service, I am disappointed that congressional leaders did not use the House coming back into session as an opportunity to vote on new legislation to deal with the ongoing health and economic crisis. Kansans are rightly demanding action on both fronts, and I'll keep pushing for that, said Davids. The Delivering for America Act would: Prohibit the USPS from implementing or approving any changes to the operations or service levels that were in effect on January 1, 2020. Require the USPS to treat all election mail as first-class mail. Provide $25 billion in emergency funding so the USPS can continue to operate without any chance of interruption. This level of funding was recommended by the USPS Board of Governors, which are all Trump appointees. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sharice-davids-statement-postmaster-general-suspending-changes-postal Rep. Sharice Davids Statement on Postmaster General Suspending Changes to the Postal Service 2020-08-18 2020 2020-08 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy In the past week alone, I've heard hundreds of Kansans who are deeply concerned about the United States Postal Service. Seniors and veterans are experiencing delays in getting their prescription drugs, business owners are seeing mail disruptions impact their customers, and people have said they are no longer getting their mail at all on some days. Meanwhile, many are worried about whether their ballot will be counted if they vote by mail. These are the consequences of this Administration's attempts to sabotage the Postal Service for their own political gain. It's why I spoke out against the Postmaster General's reckless policies, and why I believe he needs to be replaced with new, nonpartisan leadership. I'm glad that he has heard these calls and the millions of Americans who are rightfully outraged by his actions and is suspending changes to the Postal Service but this alone is not enough. And it is not clear whether he will restore any of the mail sorting machines that have already been removed. I look forward to the House coming back into session this week to help protect the USPS from these attacks and ensure that it has the resources needed to help people send and receive mail during this pandemic. I'm also advocating for the House to use this time to pass a bipartisan coronavirus relief package that meets the scope of this ongoing health and economic crisis. Kansans are rightly demanding action on both fronts and that's what I'll continue to push for. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-firing-postmaster-general Davids Calls for Firing of Postmaster General 2020-08-13 2020 2020-08 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) today called for the firing of Trump campaign donor and recently appointed Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, followingpolitically-motivated attacks on the institution.Last week, DeJoy made a series of changes to the operation of the United States Postal Service (USPS) that are predicted to cause serious problems and delays ahead of an election when more people are expected to vote by mail than ever before.And earlier today, the President admitted he ispurposely sabotaging the USPSto make it harder for people to vote. The Postal Serviceis critical to our economy, our seniors and veterans who count on lifesaving medications, our small businesses that need to ship their products, and even to our democracy,"said Davids."It also employs nearly half a million Americans, many of them veterans like my mom, who have risked their lives during this health crisis to make sure people all over the country have the supplies they need. I will not stand by while this President and his cronies try to tear apart this constitutionally-mandated and extremely popular institution piece by piece in order to serve their political agenda. The American people have lost all faith in DeJoy's ability to lead the Postal Service and he must be removed immediately. We need new, nonpartisan leadership so the Postal Service can continue to deliver for the people whose lives and livelihoods depend on it. Davids, whose mother has worked for the Postal Service for nearly 20 years, has long beena proponent of the USPSand has advocated for funding for the institution in each COVID-relief package. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-presidents-executive-actions Davids Statement on the President's Executive Actions 2020-08-10 2020 2020-08 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on the President's recent executive actionsin response to the coronavirus pandemic: I've continued to push for Congressional leaders and the White House to reach a bipartisan agreement on a relief package that addresses this crisis head on and helps Kansas families, workers, and small businesses weather this pandemic. People's lives and livelihoods are at stake and they are exhausted by the Washington political games that get us nowhere. Instead of working with Congress to reach a deal, the President announced executive actions that do not come close to meeting the scale of the crisis we're facing. People are struggling without expanded unemployment insurance or housing support, but it's far from clear that anyone can get more help under the Administration's proposal. Meanwhile, the plan threatens to defund Social Security and Medicare at a time when people need them both more than ever. It's Congress' constitutional responsibility to meet this challenge, and only a bipartisan bill can do that. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-statement-medicaid-expansion-missouri Rep. Davids statement on Medicaid Expansion in Missouri 2020-08-05 2020 2020-08 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Rep. Sharice Davids released the followingstatement on Missouri's vote to expand Medicaid: Yesterday, Missouri voters chose to join the 37 other states across the country that have expanded Medicaid, weeks after our neighbors in Oklahoma did the same. Yet here in Kansas, expansion remains stalled in the legislature because of partisan politics. From skyrocketing prescription drug prices to rising premiums, too many Kansans are struggling with the basic costs of healthcare and access to quality coverage,and that was even before we faced this unprecedented pandemic that has caused millions of Americans to lose their health insurance. Kansas deserves better. It's far past time to join the rest of our region and expand Medicaid to extend health care coverage to an estimated 150,000 people." Davids has been a vocal advocate for Medicaid expansion since first running for Congress and has worked to support it at the federal level. She recently was able to secure provisions in the Affordable Care Enhancement Act, which passed the House in June, that would incentivize states like Kansas to expand Medicaid by resetting the amount that the federal government matches states' investment for Medicaid expansion, starting at 100 percent. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-more-accountability-transparency-small-business-administration Davids Calls For More Accountability, Transparency in Small Business Administration Programs After Reports of Fraud in Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program 2020-07-29 2020 2020-07 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy The Small Business Administration's (SBA) Office of the Inspector General released a report this week saying it received complaints of more than 5,000 instances of potential fraud in the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, which has helped small businesses stay afloat during disasters and has been expanded during the coronavirus crisis. Representative Sharice Davids, a member of the House Small Business Committee, released the following statement: I'm extremely concerned about reports of fraud in the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. I've heard from small businesses around Kansas' Third District that this program has been an essential lifeline to keep their business open and keep paying their staff, but not every business that needs it has been able to access the program. That makes reports of loans going to ineligible businesses and some getting duplicated all the more alarming and unacceptable. I've been pushing for accountability and transparency in EIDL and other SBA programs on the Small Business Committee and I'll continue to working to get these issues addressed. Our small businesses are counting on it. Davids has been a leader on accountability and transparency in SBA COVID relief programs. She has called for transparency on EIDL verification requirements adjustments to expedite loan approvals while also preventing fraud and abuse. And her bill, the PPP Accountability Act, would require transparency for another SBA relief program. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-congress-must-pass-bipartisan-coronavirus-relief-bill-help-kansas Davids: Congress Must Pass Bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Bill to Help Kansas Families, Workers, Small Business 2020-07-27 2020 2020-07 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids today called for congressional leaders to come together and reach a deal on a bipartisan coronavirus relief package to help Kansas families, workers, and small businesses weather this pandemic and avoid cuts to public services: In the two months that congressional leaders have failed to reach an agreement on a coronavirus relief package, the virus has only gotten worse: cases are climbing, life-saving supplies are running low, and testing is still not where it needs to be. To make matters worse, enhanced unemployment assistance and housing protections are set to expire at the end of the month and state and local governments are being forced to make painful cuts. It's past time for Congress to come together and pass a bipartisan relief package, one that increases access to testing, protective equipment, and other vital supplies so we can get this virus under control and safely reopen our economy, just as my bill the SUPPLIES Act would do. It must also provide aid for state and local government so we can avoid devastating cuts to our public schools, roads, fire departments, public health agencies and other services that Kansans depend on. And in order to help our workers who are suffering through no fault of their own, we must extend additional unemployment insurance, paid family and medical leave, and housing support. Lastly, the package must include strong transparency and accountability measures so we make sure this funding is going to those who need it most not just special interests and the well-connected. The coronavirus is not over, and neither are the challenges that Kansans are facing. If Congress fails to act, there will be real and devastating consequences for our communities. I stand ready to work with members in both parties to reach a deal that meets the needs of the American people and puts their health, safety, and financial security first. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-slams-trump-administration-s-decision-move-covid-19-data-away-cdc Davids Slams Trump Administration’s Decision to Move COVID-19 Data Away from CDC 2020-07-23 2020 2020-07 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy As coronavirus cases continue to rise in Kansas and states across the country, Representative Sharice Davids slammed the Trump Administration's decision to move COVID-19 data collection away from the US Centers of Disease and Control (CDC). Since the pandemic began, the CDC has regularly published data on the number of coronavirus hospitalizations, as well as the availability of hospital beds and intensive care units. The decision to circumvent the CDC and instead have hospitals report data to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has raised wide-ranging concerns about public transparency and accountability. Public health officials, researchers and states rely on CDC data to track the coronavirus and make quite literally life and death decisions. Changing this is not only unprecedented, it puts countless lives at risk. The extent to which this Administration will go to distract from their mismanagement of this pandemic is shameful, said Davids. In a letter to HHS Secretary Azar, Davids called the Administration to heed the widespread concerns of public health officials and experts and reverse this decision. In the past five months, we've seen a White House more concerned with public appearances than with public health. We've seen our experts sidelined and our institutions chipped away at threatening the very basis of our democracy. It is time for this Administration to put politics aside and put the American people first starting with allowing the CDC to continue to handle and report this vital coronavirus data, continued Davids. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-backs-emergency-funding-bill-save-uscis-jobs-kansas-city Davids Backs Emergency Funding Bill to Save USCIS Jobs in Kansas City 2020-07-16 2020 2020-07 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids is backing an emergency funding bill that would provide $1.2 billion to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in an effort to save thousands of jobs in Kansas City. Due to coronavirus-related budget shortfalls, USCIS has announced potential furloughs for 3,100 workers in the Greater Kansas City Area. It would be among the largest mass layoffs in the Kansas City area. At a time when so many Kansans have already lost their job security and are facing enormous financial strain, Congress must do everything we can to prevent any further economic devastation. This emergency funding will help preserve jobs, protect the livelihoods of Kansas families, and allow legal immigration applications to be processed without interruption. I'm calling on my colleagues in Congress to take up this bipartisan bill right away, said Davids. Since the potential furloughs were announced, Davids has worked alongside Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, congressional leadership and the committees of jurisdiction to advocate for emergency funding. Davids and Cleaver have also called on USCIS to immediately put forward a plan to save these jobs should funding be secured. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-mcgirt-v-oklahoma-supreme-court-ruling Davids Statement on McGirt v Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling 2020-07-14 2020 2020-07 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on the McGirt v Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling: "In the McGirt v Oklahoma decision handed down today, the Supreme Court recognized long-ignored treaty rights and fulfilled broken promises to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. This decision confirms that the federal government must be held accountable in upholding its treaty obligations to all Native communities and is an important victory for tribal sovereignty. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/paycheck-protection-program-has-protected-nearly-100000-kansas-third-district Paycheck Protection Program Has Protected Nearly 100,000 Kansas Third District Jobs, Davids Says More Transparency Still Needed 2020-07-08 2020 2020-07 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy New data recently released by the Small Business Administration (SBA) on use of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) shows that PPP helped to preserve more than 99,597 jobs in the Kansas Third District. PPP was a cornerstone of the CARES Act, a federal coronavirus relief package backed and voted for by Representative Sharice Davids. This data offers good news for our local economy and I'm glad to see that PPP directly helped protect Kansas jobs and businesses during this extremely difficult time, Rep. Davids said. Still, I have big concerns about many of the large corporations with deep pockets that we're learning got these loans. That's not who the program was intended for and I'll keep fighting to increase transparency and oversight to ensure our workers and small businesses get the support they need. Rep. Davids has been a vocal leader in holding the SBA and the Treasury Department accountable for their implementation of economic relief programs such as PPP. Along with Rep. Andy Kim (NJ-03), Davids introduced the PPP Accountability Act, which would mandate that SBA and Treasury continue to release PPP loan data, including data on any loans that are forgiven. In addition, Davids has introduced legislation to increase funding to business in low-income areas and used her position on the House Small Business Committee to call for increased transparency on how minority-owned businesses are accessing PPP. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-legislation-protect-midwestern-communities-following-historic Davids Calls for Legislation to Protect Midwestern Communities Following Historic Flooding 2020-07-01 2020 2020-07 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Following last year's historic flooding, Representative Sharice Davids called for the inclusion of several bills to help protect Midwestern communities in an upcoming legislative package to reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act. Kansans and all those who live along the Missouri River know just how much devastation floods can cause in our communities and it's only gotten worse in recent years. Congress needs to act quickly and implement a proactive approach to flood management that will protect our communities from potential destruction. I've outlined several wide-ranging steps we can take right now to mitigate the effects of flooding along the Missouri River, and I urge Congressional leaders to include these measures in upcoming legislation, said Davids. Kansas faces one of the highest flood risks in the country and was deeply affected by flooding last spring, which damaged over $15 million worth of infrastructure and produced $3.8 million in federal flood insurance claims. In a letter to House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure leaders, Davids outlined potential solutions the challenges communities in Kansas, as well as in Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska, are facing in response to flooding along the Missouri River. These include: Establishing a Missouri River flood prevention program, which would allow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to study, design, and construct water resource development projects and provide flood protection to affected communities; Supporting the Upper Turkey Creek Project, a joint effort between the City of Merriam, USACE, and Johnson County Public Workers to control flooding in the region; Bolstering the USACE's Safety Programs to help preserve and improve flood protection contributions by well-built and maintained levee systems; Authorizing the five-year Kansas River Basin watershed study being conducted by the USACE, Kansas Water Office, and Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism to develop a long-term plan for the Kansas River basin's wate… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-davids-backed-legislation-help-kansas-expand-medicaid-lower-health House Passes Davids-Backed Legislation to Help Kansas Expand Medicaid; Lower Health Care Costs 2020-06-30 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids voted to pass the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act, legislation that would give Kansas more urgently needed money to expand Medicaid. The bill also would help lower the cost of health care and prescription drugs and protect people with pre-existing conditions. This comes on the heels of the Trump Administration filing a brief with the Supreme Court asking the justices to strike down the entirety of the Affordable Care Act, which would cause 94,000 Kansans to lose their health coverage. Kansas has come close to expanding its Medicaid program in the past, but always fell short. I've long fought to help Kansas finally expand Medicaid and I was proud to have secured key measures in this bill to help our state cover the cost of expansion, meaning an estimated 150,000 Kansans would receive access to quality, affordable health care. We need to build on the progress of the Affordable Care Act, not tear it down in the middle of a global pandemic. I urge my colleagues in the Senate to vote on this essential piece of legislation right away, said Rep. Sharice Davids. I applaud Representative Davids efforts to get health care for the people in our state who desperately need it. But at some point, Kansas Republican leadership needs to decide if clinging on to this punitive, bad faith argument is more important than helping the people they were elected to serve, said Governor Laura Kelly. We will introduce Medicaid Expansion next session, and I hope Republican Leadership puts politics aside and works with me to bring this life-saving care and funds to Kansas. I want to thank Congresswoman Davids for her leadership to protect and expand Americans' access to Medicaid coverage. Rep. Davids helped lead efforts on key provisions in the Affordable Care Enhancement Act that would incentivize states, including Kansas, to expand their Medicaid programs. If adopted, these provisions would provide quality, affordable health coverage to millions of Americans including over 100,000 Kan… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-davids-speaks-house-floor-support-health-care-package-help-kansas-expand WATCH: Davids Speaks on House Floor in Support of Health Care Package to Help Kansas Expand Medicaid 2020-06-29 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids spoke on the House Floor today in support of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act, legislation that would give Kansas more urgently needed money to expand Medicaid. The bill also would help lower the cost of health care and prescription drugs and protect people with pre-existing conditions. This comes on the heels of the Trump Administration filing a brief with the Supreme Court asking the justices to strike down the entirety of the Affordable Care Act, which would cause 94,000 Kansans to lose their health coverage. I've long been pushing for Kansas to join the 36 states that have already expanded Medicaid so we can lower health care costs and increase access to health coverage, meaning more people are protected during emergencies like the coronavirus pandemic. While this Administration works to tear down the Affordable Care Act in court, I'm working with my House colleagues to strengthen the ACA and help ensure Kansans can receive affordable, quality health care, said Davids. The House is set to vote on the legislation later today. WATCH HERE. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-slams-trump-administration-s-brief-asking-supreme-court-strike-down Davids Slams Trump Administration’s Brief Asking Supreme Court to Strike Down Affordable Care Act During Pandemic 2020-06-26 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy As the Trump Administration filed its brief with the Supreme Court to strike down the entirety of the Affordable Care Act, Representative Sharice Davids released a new report finding that the number of Americans who would lose health coverage if the lawsuit succeeds has grown to more than 23 million amid the historic health and economic emergency of the coronavirus. The report finds that 94,000 Kansans would lose their health insurance. To effectively fight the coronavirus crisis, we have to make sure that every person has access to quality, affordable health coverage. But even during a global pandemic, the Trump administration is determined to eliminate every last protection and benefit provided by the Affordable Care Act, said Davids. If the Trump Administration succeeds in striking down the Affordable Care Act: GONE: Protections for 135 million Americans with pre-existing conditions. GONE: Medicaid expansion, which covers 17 million people. GONE: Nearly 12 million seniors will have to pay more for prescription drugs because the Medicare donut hole' will be reopened. GONE: 2.3 million adult children will no longer be able to stay on their parents' insurance. GONE: Insurance companies will be able to charge women 50 percent more than men. GONE: Financial assistance that helps 9 million people purchase health care in the marketplace. GONE: Key support for rural hospitals. As Americans lose coverage, already struggling hospitals will be hit even harder as their costs increase. GONE: Ban on insurance companies having lifetime caps on coverage. GONE: Requirements that insurance companies cover prescription drugs and maternity care. Meanwhile, Davids is working to expand access to health care and lower costs. She secured key provisions in the recently introduced Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act to give Kansas more urgently needed money to expand Medicaid. The bill renews the ACA's original expanded federal match, which both incentivizes states like Kansas to expand their Medicaid pr… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-davids-backed-police-reform-legislation House Passes Davids-Backed Police Reform Legislation 2020-06-25 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Representative Sharice Davids voted to pass the Justice in Policing Act, legislation that would help increase accountability in policing, protect public safety, and build trust between law enforcement and communities. Kansans and people across the country are raising their voices and demanding action to address racial injustice and brutality. The Justice in Policing Act would enact comprehensive reforms to law enforcement that would improve police training and practices, while increasing much-needed transparency and accountability. While no single policy will undo centuries of systemic racism, and while we have much more work to do to protect the health and safety of our communities, this is strong a step in the right direction, said Davids. Among other measures, the Justice in Policing Act: improves police training and practices, including by requiring body and dashboard cameras, banning chokeholds, ending the use of no-knock warrants in drug cases and enacting steps to end racial profiling. increases transparency into policing by collecting better and more accurate data of police misconduct and use-of-force through creating a National Police Misconduct Registry; and removes barriers to prosecuting police misconduct and recovering damages from officers who have violated civilians' rights, including by ending qualified immunity by law enforcement. "Communities do need police, but law enforcement needs to be much more transparent and held accountable for their actions. We also need increased resources for mental health services, affordable housing, education, jobs training, and much more to truly address social and economic issues in our communities." said Davids. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-earns-us-chamber-commerce-spirit-enterprise-award Davids Earns U.S. Chamber of Commerce “Spirit of Enterprise Award” 2020-06-23 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids received the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award for her support of pro-growth economic policies and bipartisan leadership during the 116th Congress. Lawmakers are selected for this award based on their record of support for business-friendly policies, as well as their commitment to bipartisan leadership and constructive governing. It's an honor to be recognized by the U.S. Chamber for my work to advance pro-growth policies that will help move our community forward, particularly in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, said Davids. Entrepreneurship is baked into the DNA of the Kansas Third District, and I'm proud to work with my colleagues in both parties to make sure our local businesses have the tools they need to take care of their employees, grow their companies, and contribute to our economy. In these uncertain times with daunting economic and social challenges facing our nation, it is imperative that leaders in Washington are focused on propelling American businesses forward to create jobs and economic growth from California to Maine, said Thomas J. Donohue, CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. As we rebuild our economy, legislators must lead by pursuing bipartisan solutions that create jobs and promote a free enterprise system. I'm proud to recognize these 259 Members of Congress for their commitment to driving opportunity and prosperity in America's workforce and on Main Streets across the nation. Davids is a member of the House Small Business Committee where she recently introduced legislation to help small businesses produce supplies like face masks and ventilators needed to fight the coronavirus, as well as legislation to increase transparency in small businesses relief programs. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-helps-johnson-county-company-receive-epa-approval-covid-19-fighting Davids Helps Johnson County Company Receive EPA Approval for COVID-19 Fighting Disinfectant 2020-06-22 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids helped Overland Park-based company Danolyte Global receive approval from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their disinfectant to fight against COVID-19. Davids visited Danolyte's offices today to see their production first-hand. [See attached photo.] Companies across the Kansas Third are playing an important role in mitigating the spread of COVID-19 and Danolyte is a great example of that. My team and I were glad to assist this local company in receiving approval from EPA so their products can be used to properly disinfect our gathering spaces, from health care centers to homes. It was great to see their work first-hand today when I visited their offices in Overland Park, said Davids. Danolyte, which creates generators to produce disinfectant, began to bottle their disinfectant products both for hospital and household use when the pandemic began. They reached out to Davids' office for assistance in getting their products registered by the EPA. With the help of Davids' office, Danolyte's disinfectant was quickly approved by the EPA and added to their List N of disinfectants for use against the virus that causes COVID-19. For more information about Danolyte Global, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-secures-key-provisions-tribes-transformational-legislation-improve Davids Secures Key Provisions for Tribes in Transformational Legislation to Improve Nation’s Infrastructure 2020-06-22 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) secured key provisions to improve tribal infrastructure in the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act, which was approved by the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure yesterday. The bill boosts total tribal transportation to $1 billion per year in guaranteed investment annually, which will predominantly support rural areas. The INVEST in America Act will make critical, long over-due investments in tribal infrastructure - something I've been pushing for since I first began serving on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which has disproportionately impacted tribal communities, we must invest in infrastructure in order to advance economic recovery and create much-needed jobs. I'm proud to support this legislation, and I look forward to working with my House colleagues to move a bipartisan bill forward, said Rep. Davids. Last year Davids urged committee leadership to keep the priorities of tribal communities in mind while developing their legislative agenda for the 116th Congress. She suggested measures such as reforming the Tribal Transportation Program and making existing infrastructure grants more accessible to tribes. "The INVEST in America Act puts forward a vision for our nation that moves our infrastructure into a new era, in part, by recognizing the long overdue need to invest in tribal communities. From the start of this Congress, I've had the pleasure of working with Representative Davids to ensure that our Committee serves as a proving ground for the greater inclusion of tribal voices in Federal policy," said Chair Peter DeFazio. "As the first member from Kansas to serve on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in nearly a decade, Representative Davids played a critical role in securing key provisions that will build and repair roads on tribal lands, significantly increase funding for the Tribal Transportation Program, and… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-davids-and-cleaver-demand-information-allegations-discrimination-kcva Reps. Davids and Cleaver Demand Information on Allegations of Discrimination at KCVA 2020-06-18 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, United States Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) demanded documentation from the Kansas City Veterans Administration (KCVA) Medical Center following allegations of a pattern of discrimination against Black employees and veterans at the facility. Specifically, the Members of Congress are calling for all documented complaints and how they were handled going back ten years, as well as all information on applicant scoring protocols and the altering of scores to eliminate minority candidates in particular. In a letter to KCVA Director David Isaacks, the lawmakers wrote: Over the past several months, employees have raised concerns that have formed a pattern we simply cannot ignore. Our offices have brought some to your attention over the last few months through formal inquiries, but many more employees have been affected and it's on behalf of all of them and the veterans they serve that we write you today. According to recent reports to both congressional offices, African American employees were asked by management to take part in a living museum in which they portray historic figures, including former slaves and rappers, to celebrate Juneteenth. It was also noted that an Associate Director on a staff conference call proposed ordering friend chicken and watermelon as catering for the event. To make matters worse, when staff have the courage to report wrongdoing within the facility, they face retaliation rather than the wrongdoer being held accountable. The disturbing reports our offices have received from Black employees and veterans at the Kansas City VA are unacceptable, said Congressman Cleaver. No American veteran and at no work place in this country in the year 2020 should an employee be discriminated against for the color of their skin or retaliated against for standing up to this dehumanizing behavior. It's important that the leadership at the facility take the steps needed to root out this kind of conduct, and that starts with being transparent and turning over docum… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-inclusion-medicaid-expansion-legislation-upcoming-health-care Davids Calls for Inclusion of Medicaid Expansion Legislation in Upcoming Health Care Package 2020-06-16 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Emphasizing the importance of expanding Medicaid in Kansas, Representative Sharice Davids called for the inclusion of the Incentivizing Medicaid Expansion Act in an upcoming health care package. The bill would reset the amount that the federal government matches states' investment for Medicaid expansion, starting at 100 percent. This both incentivizes states like Kansas to expand and ensures a smooth transition for those that do. The need to expand Medicaid in Kansas has become even more urgent than ever as millions of workers have lost their jobs and health care coverage due to the coronavirus pandemic. Congress must incentivize Medicaid expansion and support states that do so by passing the Incentivizing Medicaid Expansion Act, which would help Kansas afford to expand quality health coverage to an estimated 150,000 Kansans. During this time of uncertainty, no Kansan should have to worry about whether they will receive the care that they and their families need to stay healthy and safe, said Davids. In a letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, Whip Clyburn, and Chairman Pallone, Davids urged for the inclusion of the Incentivizing Medicaid Expansion Act in an upcoming legislative package to strengthen and expand the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. This bill would allow states to receive 100 percent Federal Medical Assistance Percentages for the first three years after it expands Medicaid, 95 percent for the fourth year, 94 percent for the fifth year, 93 percent for the sixth year, and 90 percent all years thereafter. This phase-in approach helps states transition to expanded coverage for newly eligible low-income adults. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/relief-funding-backed-rep-davids-significantly-increase-joco-covid-19-testing Relief Funding Backed by Rep. Davids to Significantly Increase JoCo COVID-19 Testing, Contact Tracing and Epidemiology Capacity 2020-06-12 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Funding that Johnson County received from the CARES Act, a federal relief package backed and voted for by Representative Sharice Davids, will help significantly increase the County's COVID-19 testing, contact tracing, and epidemiology division capacity, including more testing supplies. The Johnson County Board of County Commissioners approved nearly $4.2 million this week, $3.5 million of which will go towards laboratory testing. It will also fund six full-time and 35 part-time positions at the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment (JCDHE). Davids visited a drive-thru testing clinic in Olathe today put on by the JCDHE to see the Country's expanded testing efforts first-hand. The clinic offers free COVID-19 tests on a first-come, first-served basis for anyone with or without symptoms. People in Kansas and across the country are feeling the impacts of coronavirus both on their health and on their economic security. The CARES Act, which I voted for, is one small part of helping get them the relief they need. This virus is still spreading so I'm very glad that Johnson County can use these federal funds to help keep people healthy and plan for the future of both coronavirus and other outbreaks. Congress has more work to do to help people in this country recover, and that's what I'll keep working towards, said Davids. This is needed to effectively respond to COVID-19 pandemic, build a department that can robustly respond to emerging and reemerging epidemics in the future, and one that can address different infectious and non-infectious challenges that the county faces now, said Johnson County Department of Health and Environment Director Dr. Sanmi Areola and Assistant County Manager Joe Connor in a memo to the Commission. The six new full-time positions a manager, two epidemiologists, two investigators and administrative supportwill investigate infectious disease clusters, do county-wide health assessments and develop plans to prevent or respond to communicable or chronic disease. The other positions… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-support-justice-policing-act-slate-police-and-criminal-justice Davids Announces Support for Justice in Policing Act, Slate of Police and Criminal Justice Reform Bills 2020-06-11 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced her support for the Justice in Policing Act, as well as a slate of police and criminal justice reform bills to help increase accountability in policing, protect public safety, and build trust between law enforcement and communities. Too many Black lives have been lost to injustice and brutality in this country. Kansans and people across the country have taken to the streets to raise their voices and demand change, and that's exactly what this moment calls for. The Justice in Policing Act, as well as the numerous other bills I'm supporting, would enact comprehensive reforms to law enforcement that would increase transparency and accountability and combat this pattern of violence. While no single policy will undo centuries of systemic racism, and we have much more work to do to protect the health and safety of our communities, this is strong a step in the right direction, said Davids. Among other measures, the Justice in Policing Act: increases transparency into policing by collecting better and more accurate data of police misconduct and use-of-force through creating a National Police Misconduct Registry; removes barriers to prosecuting police misconduct and recovering damagesfrom officers who have violated civilians' rights, including by ending qualified immunity by law enforcement; and improves police training and practices, including by requiring body and dashboard cameras, banning chokeholds, ending the use of no-knock warrants in drug cases and enacting steps to end racial profiling. In my conversations with local law enforcement officials, I've heard repeated support for efforts to improve police training and practices, as well as to increase transparency and accountability. These are necessary steps to build trust between law enforcement and the communities they are sworn to protect and serve, said Davids. Davids also signed onto numerous police and criminal justice reform bills, including: Eric Garner Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act: modifies … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-cleaver-push-save-thousands-kansas-city-area-jobs-federal-agency-amid Davids, Cleaver Push to Save Thousands of Kansas City Area Jobs at Federal Agency Amid Potential Layoffs 2020-06-11 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (MO-5) are pushing to save Kansas City area jobs after news broke of potential layoffs for 1,000 workers at the National Benefits Center due to coronavirus-related revenue shortfalls. It would be among the largest mass layoffs in the Kansas City area. Davids and Cleaver are working with congressional leadership and the committees of jurisdiction to advocate for emergency funding for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which oversees the National Benefits Center, in order to protect jobs at the agency. In a letter sent to the USCIS today, Davids and Cleaver called on the agency to immediately put forward a plan to save these jobs should funding be secured. At a time when so many Kansans have lost their job security and are facing enormous financial strain, Congress must do everything we can to prevent what would be massive and devastating layoffs at a major employer in the Kansas City area. I'm committed to working with Congressman Cleaver, as well as congressional leaders and the committees of jurisdiction, to protect these vital jobs and the livelihoods of families across the region, said Davids. 44 million Americans have filed jobless claims in the last 3 months, and the Greater Kansas City Area has not been spared of the financial pain growing throughout the country, said Congressman Cleaver. We cannot allow thousands of Kansas Citians to unnecessarily lose good-paying jobs amongst this economic backdrop. As Congresswoman Davids and I continue working within Congress to find funding and keep these workers employed, it's important that the USCIS put forward a plan that shows unequivocally their intention to maintain these jobs for the foreseeable future. With a satisfactory plan in place, I'm hopeful we can convince Congress to supply the funding these workers desperately need. The National Benefits Center has offices in Lee's Summit and Overland Park. To view the letter, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-kim-introduce-legislation-requiring-transparency-critical-small-business Davids, Kim introduce Legislation Requiring Transparency in Critical Small Business Loan Program 2020-06-08 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Andy Kim (NJ-03) have introduced legislation requiring the release of a list of businesses that have received emergency small business loans through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), helping to ensure there is transparency and oversight of this critical program. Davids and Kim are both members of the House Small Business Committee. Congress created the PPP to help small businesses pay their workers and stay afloat amid the coronavirus pandemic. But several reports of large, publicly traded companies receiving these loans ahead of deserving and suffering small businesses have surfaced. Some companies have even already borrowed funding from their own executives. The Paycheck Protection Program has been vital to helping our small businesses and workers weather the coronavirus pandemic. Yet this program has operated with little oversight, and we've seen Kansas small businesses owners struggle to access relief while large corporations with deep pockets have no problem. I'm glad to introduce the PPP Accountability Act with my colleague Representative Kim so we can conduct proper oversight and help ensure these loan programs reach smaller and less advantaged businesses, said Davids. We all know that the SBA's efforts to help small businesses has been broken, and we won't be able to fix it until we have enough transparency to see how deep the problems go. This is an important step in making sure the hundreds of billions meant to help keep our small businesses afloat and people in their jobs do just that, instead of enriching publicly traded companies who don't need the help. I look forward to working with Congresswoman Davids to get the job done for our small business owners, said Kim. The Paycheck Protection Program Accountability Act will require the Small Business Administration to publish information on any businesses that receive loans over $1 million, including recipient name, business type, and amount of the loan. It will also require them to publish how much of … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-issues-support-invest-america-act-fund-transformative-infrastructure Davids Issues Support for the INVEST in America Act to fund Transformative Infrastructure Projects, Support U.S. Manufacturing, and Create Jobs 2020-06-04 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued her support for the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act, introduced earlier today. The legislation would help the Kansas Third undertake transformative infrastructure projects that are smarter, safer and made to last. Davids is a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The infrastructure that Kansas families rely on every day from our roads and bridges to our public transit is too often badly outdated and holding our economy back. Especially as we look to kickstart our economy in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, we must invest in our nation's infrastructure in a way that supports U.S. manufacturing and creates jobs, just as we did after the Great Depression. That's exactly what the INVEST in America Act is all about. I am proud to support this legislation, and I look forward to working with my House colleagues to move a bipartisan bill forward, said Davids. The INVEST in America Act authorizes nearly $500 billion over five years to address some of the country's most urgent infrastructure needs, including: Ensuring states, cities, tribes, and territories can administer programs, advance infrastructure projects, and preserve jobs in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tackling the massive backlog of roads, bridges, transit, and rail systems in need of repair and replacement, such as the Lewis and Clark Viaduct Bridge that connects Kansas City, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri. Improving made in America provisions so that we are using more American-made products and resources to rebuild our roads and drive more economic growth. Building resilient infrastructure that will withstand the impacts of climate change and extreme weather like the flooding and tornados we've seen in Kansas. Putting the U.S. on a path toward zero emissions from the transportation sector by prioritizing carbon pollution reduction, investing in public transit and the national passenger and f… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-haaland-stand-solidarity-black-community-following-killing-george-floyd Davids, Haaland Stand in Solidarity with Black Community Following Killing of George Floyd 2020-06-01 2020 2020-06 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Congresswomen Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Deb Haaland (NM-01), the first two Native American women to serve in Congress, released the following statement in solidarity with the Black community: We share in the heartbreak and pain felt by millions across the country in response to the killing of George Floyd, as well as the countless other Black Americans who have died at the hands of brutality and injustice in this country. We mourn for the lives lost, for the families grieving, and for every person who has been affected by the systemic, pervasive injustices across the United States. The pain our country feels is rooted in generations of institutional racism. We recognize that the anger in our communities is a sincere and justifiable reaction to the long-standing failure to reform those institutionsespecially our criminal justice system. Even amid a global pandemic that is disproportionality impacting people of color, the circumstances are too much for many to bear silently or alone. It is inspiring to see people come together to stand up for each other and demand justice. At the same time, a very small minority are compounding this pain by resorting to further violence and destruction. As President Obama said today, If we want our criminal justice system, and American society at large, to operate on a higher ethical code, then we have to model that code ourselves.' Though we will never know the experience of being Black in America, we know that Indian Country stands in solidarity with our Black brothers and sisterscommitted to fighting for justice and channeling our frustration into meaningful action and change. Together we can build a more equitable and just societyone that lives up to the ideals we expect of our nation. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-takes-action-help-kansas-workers-and-small-businesses-votes-pass-key Davids Takes Action to Help Kansas Workers and Small Businesses, Votes to Pass Key Fixes to Paycheck Protection Program 2020-05-28 2020 2020-05 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids voted today to pass a critical, bipartisan bill to improve the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) in order to make it more accessible and usable to the Kansas small businesses that need it the most. The Paycheck Protection Program is providing critical support to Kansas small businesses, but we've heard from small business owners that the terms of this program can be too inflexible to provide them the help they need during this pandemic. This bill makes urgently needed fixes to the PPP, so it can work as intended for all Kansas small businesses. I urge the Senate to take up this bipartisan bill right away, said Davids. The bipartisan Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act will increase flexibility and access to PPP loans including by: Allowing forgiveness for expenses beyond the 8-week covered period to 24 weeks and extending the rehiring deadline; Increasing the current limitation on nonpayroll expenses (such as rent, utility payments and mortgage interest) for loan forgiveness from 25 to 40 percent; Extending the programfrom June 30 to December 31; Extending loan terms from two to five years; and Ensuring full access to payroll tax deferment for businesses that take PPP loans. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-department-transportation-put-consumers-first-ensure-airlines Davids Calls on Department of Transportation to Put Consumers First; Ensure Airlines Issue Deserved Refunds 2020-05-20 2020 2020-05 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids called on the Department of Transportation (DOT) to put consumers first and ensure that airlines are issuing full refunds for cancelled flights, as is required under federal law. Davids is the vice-chair of the Aviation Subcommittee, under the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, airlines are cancelling an estimated 60 to 80 percent of their flights. But many airlines are placing the burden on consumers to attain refunds for these flights, encouraging them to accept travel vouchers instead. I've heard from Kansans about how difficult it's been to receive a refund for a flight that was cancelled due to circumstances far beyond their control. At a time when millions of Americans are out of work and under enormous financial strain, the last thing they need is a voucher that does nothing to help pay bills or put food on the table. The Department of Transportation must conduct rigorous oversight and ensure that airlines stop forcing passengers to jump through hoops to receive the refund they're entitled to, said Davids. The DOT has issued multiple warnings to airlines about these practices, yet the issue remains. Davids wrote a letter to the DOT asking how it will ensure that regulations around refunds are adhered to, and what plans are in place should airlines continue to stall refunds. To view the letter, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-opposition-heroes-act-need-bipartisan-cooperation Davids Statement on Opposition to HEROES Act; Need for Bipartisan Cooperation 2020-05-15 2020 2020-05 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on her opposition of the HEROES Act and the need for bipartisan, bicameral cooperation: The coronavirus has caused unparalleled devastation to Kansans jeopardizing their health and wellbeing, as well as their financial security and ability to plan for the future. Solving these challenges will require members of Congress to work together on targeted relief that can become law and provide real help to those who are suffering. Unfortunately, the HEROES Act does not accomplish that goal, and I respectfully voted against it today. This bill did include some of the much-needed measures I've fought for like funding for state and local governments to pay frontline workers and avoid painful cuts to our public schools, improved small business relief programs with stronger oversight measures, and open enrollment under the ACA so people can get the health coverage they need. But the partisan nature and wide scope of this bill makes it doomed upon arrival in the Senate only further delaying the aid that Kansans desperately need. Instead we should use these measures as the foundation for a bipartisan relief package that delivers real solutions to the urgent challenges Kansans face in the wake of this public health crisis. That's what I'll continue to push for. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-returns-more-1-million-constituents-has-helped-over-1000-kansans Davids Returns More than $1 Million to Constituents, Has Helped Over 1,000 Kansans 2020-05-11 2020 2020-05 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids announced today that her office has returned more than $1 million to Kansas Third District constituents, and has helped over 1,000 Kansans resolve issues ranging from stalled tax refunds to backlogged Veterans' benefits and more. My top priority will always be serving the people of Kansas' Third District and making sure the government is working for them, especially during this crisis when Kansans need help more than ever. My team and I are here to help constituents cut through red tape and get resolutions to the issues they face, and this milestone is evidence of that, said Davids. Davids' office has remained committed to assisting constituents throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Staff will be begin holding virtual pop up office hours starting Tuesday, May 12, to continue helping community members with issues related to the federal government. Davids' staff regularly has held pop up office hours throughout the district, making it as easy as possible for constituents to connect with the help they need. Since last January, the office has held 35 in person office hours in all corners of the Third District. A few examples of this casework include: Helping a local veteran a get a Purple Heart that was owed to him for his service in Afghanistan; Helping a local woman receive long-overdue tax refunds from the IRS total more than $120,000; Helping a local man correct a clerical error on his birth certificate in order to get a passport in time for a family trip; Helping a former federal employee receive backlogged retirement benefits from the Office of Personnel Management; Helping a local family receive a copy of their adopted daughter's Certificate of Citizenship that was never failed to mail her. To view additional stories from Kansans who Davids' office has helped, click here. Residents of the Kansas Third Congressional district who need help with a federal government agency can contact Davids' Overland Park office at (913) 621-0832 or Kansas City office at (913) 766-3993. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-kim-introduce-bill-requiring-transparency-small-business-loan-recipients Davids, Kim to Introduce Bill Requiring Transparency on Small Business Loan Recipients 2020-05-08 2020 2020-05 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy After calling for the release of the list of businesses that have received emergency small business loans through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Andy Kim (NJ-03) are introducing a bill to require the Small Business Administration to make that information public. Davids and Kim are both members of the House Small Business Committee. Congress has allocated nearly $700 billion in taxpayer money to help small businesses pay their workers and stay afloat through the PPP. But several reports of large, publicly traded companies receiving these loans ahead of deserving and suffering small businesses have surfaced. Some have even already borrowed funding from their own executives. There is no reason why Kansas small business owners should be struggling to access relief loan programs while large corporations with deep pockets have no problem. We should be requiring the SBA to be transparent and make information on businesses receiving these funds public, so Congress can conduct proper oversight and ensure these loan programs reach smaller and less advantaged businesses. Companies that can't withstand public scrutiny of their businesses dealings while receiving federal taxpayer-funded loans shouldn't be receiving them at all, said Davids. We all know that the SBA's efforts to help small businesses has been broken, and we won't be able to fix it until we have enough transparency to see how deep the problems go. This is an important step in making sure the hundreds of billions meant to help keep our small businesses afloat and people in their jobs do just that, instead of enriching publicly traded companies who don't need the help. I look forward to working with Congresswoman Davids to get the job done for our small business owners, said Kim. The bill will require SBA to publish information on any businesses that receive loans over $1 million, including recipient name,business type, and amount of the loan. It will also require them to publish how much of that loan is for… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sharice-davids-introduces-bill-increase-supply-equipment-needed-fight Rep. Sharice Davids Introduces Bill to Increase Supply of Equipment Needed to Fight Coronavirus 2020-05-06 2020 2020-05 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids introduced legislation today to rapidly increase the supply of equipment like face masks, hospital gowns, ventilators, and testing materials needed to fight the coronavirus and keep frontline workers safe. The bill would also promote manufacturing these goods in the United States. Davids' bill, the SUPPLIES Act, creates a $100 million grant program for small businesses that shift their production to manufacture personal protective equipment (PPE) and testing supplies in order to meet the rapidly growing demand for these items during the coronavirus pandemic. I hear from medical professionals and frontline workers every day who don't have the masks, test kits and other supplies needed to stop the spread of the coronavirus and keep themselves and their patients safe. And as businesses begin to reopen, the demand for these life-saving items will only grow. We should be using every tool we have, including activating our small businesses, to ensure we can meet the surging demand for these life-saving items and create a real stockpile of medical supplies that we can all be confident in, said Davids. The SUPPLIES Act also has strong measures to promote American manufacturing and eliminate price gouging of these life-saving materials. It requires companies to prioritize domestic customers for these supplies and to sell their product at a reasonable market price. We've seen firsthand that relying on China to produce the vast majority of medical equipment we use in the U.S. is a big problem. It's led to shortages, price gouging, and a surge in counterfeit products. Companies across Kansas want to help fill the gaps in production, but too often they've faced barriers that have stopped them in their tracks. The SUPPLIES Act will cut the government red tape, keep people at work, and help companies, so they can help us, said Davids. Businesses must demonstrate their own investment by providing a 25% match. The bill also includes reporting requirements within six months to ensure accountabilit… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-distribution-coronavirus-relief-funds-tribal-governments Davids Statement on Distribution of Coronavirus Relief Funds to Tribal Governments 2020-05-05 2020 2020-05 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids released the following statement on the distribution of coronavirus relief funds to tribal governments announced today by the U.S. Department of Treasury: While I'm glad to see that the Department of Treasury is finally distributing some coronavirus relief funds to tribal governments, it's inexcusable that it has taken this long. I advocated alongside my colleagues in the Congressional Native American Caucus to secure $8 billion for tribal governments in the CARES Act, which was signed into law over one month ago now. The Treasury Department must administer the remaining funds as quickly as possible to help tribal communities respond to and recover from this pandemic, while also ensuring that the funds go exclusively to tribal governments as Congress intended. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-release-list-small-business-loan-recipients Davids Calls for Release of List of Small Business Loan Recipients 2020-04-30 2020 2020-04 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy After seeing concerns reports about large companies getting relief funds at the expense of local small businesses, Representative Sharice Davids called for the release of the complete list of businesses that have received emergency small business loans through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). In a letter to Treasury Department and Small Business Administration leaders, Davids noted that Congress has allocated nearly $700 billion in tax-payer money to help small businesses pay their workers and stay afloat through the PPP. But large, publicly traded companies have received these loans ahead of deserving and suffering small businessesand some have even already borrowed funding from their own executives. I've heard from small business owner across Kansas who are struggling to access relief loan programs while large corporations with deep pockets are having no problem. These agencies must release the complete list of businesses that have received these small business loans, so Kansans can see how their tax dollars are being spent. Companies that can't withstand public scrutiny of their businesses dealings while receiving federal taxpayer-funded loans shouldn't be receiving them at all, said Davids. Davids also emphasized the needs for increased oversight, transparency, and accountability in the PPP. It's unacceptable that this program is operating behind closed doors with no accountability to the Congress or the public. Congress's ability to conduct proper oversight of this program is critical and impossible without full transparency, said Davids. The full text of the letter is below. Dear Secretary Mnuchin and Administrator Carranza, I write to you today about the need for increased oversight, transparency, and accountability in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Congress created this program through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to ensure that small businesses across the country can keep their employees on payroll and keep their businesses afloat through this crisi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-davids-hosts-virtual-roundtable-resources-local-small-businesses WATCH: Davids Hosts Virtual Roundtable on Resources for Local Small Businesses 2020-04-29 2020 2020-04 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids held a virtual roundtable today to discuss resources for local small businesses with representatives from the Enterprise Center in Johnson County and Kansas City Women's Business Center. The panelists discussed a variety of small business issues, including businesses trying to switch their production to equipment needed amid the coronavirus, such as hand sanitizer and masks. They also discussed challenges with small business relief programs and the support their offices can provide businesses in navigating these programs. My office has heard from small business owners across the Third District who need support and relief right now. I was glad to draw attention to some of the local organizations that are also helping businesses navigate this difficult time. These businesses are the backbone of our economy and we have to make sure they can continue to pay their workers and stay afloat, said Davids. To watch the video, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-successfully-advocates-changes-sba-guidance-will-allow-tribal-small Davids Successfully Advocates for Changes to SBA Guidance That Will Allow Tribal Small Businesses to Access Loans 2020-04-24 2020 2020-04 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Newly-released Small Business Administration (SBA) guidancewill allow tribal small businesses that were previously excluded to access loans through the Paycheck Protection Program. While the CARES Act passed by Congress last month provided for tribal small businesses to access Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, the SBA had released an interim rule that excluded tribally-operated gaming businesses from accessing this critical assistance.Davids led a bipartisan, bicameral effort of 38 lawmakersurging the SBA to change their rule and today they did. We should be doing everything we can to support our small businesses right now, including our tribal businesses, which are vital employers for Tribal Reservations and their surrounding communities. I commend Small Business Administrator Carranza for listening to our concerns and making sure tribal small businesses can access these critical loan programs as Congress intended so they can pay their employees, keep their businesses afloat, and help preserve their economy,said Rep. Sharice Davids, Vice-Chair of the Congressional Native American Caucus. The Paycheck Protection Program is a new guaranteed loan program at SBA for small businesses with fewer than 500 employees to maintain payroll during the immediate coronavirus crisis. These critical funds are 100 percent refundable for small businesses that retain their employees. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-emphasizes-importance-addressing-health-disparities-wyandotte-county Davids Emphasizes Importance of Addressing Health Disparities in Wyandotte County 2020-04-23 2020 2020-04 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids emphasized the importance of addressing health disparities in Wyandotte County yesterday during a Facebook Live with a Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS Public Health Department official. Although black residents make up around 23 percent of Wyandotte County's population, they represent more than half of the people testing positive for COVID-19, as well as two-thirds of COVID-19-related deaths. Wyandotte County currently has the most confirmed positive cases of coronavirus in the state. The data presented by public health officials in Wyandotte County shows a stark reality: black residents are disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. While there are complex, systematic issues that absolutely need to be addressed, right now we need to focus on getting as much help to Wyandotte County as possible. This includes increasing access to testing and supplies, supporting Community Health Centers, and expanding Medicaid right away, said Davids. Davids voted to pass the CARES Act, which provided $100 million for health services through Community Health Centers that support smaller health clinics across the country in under-served urban and rural areas. To watch the livestream, click HERE. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-helps-secure-additional-funding-small-businesses-and-hospitals Davids Helps Secure Additional Funding for Small Businesses and Hospitals; Highlights Kansas Third During Small Business Committee Hearing 2020-04-23 2020 2020-04 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids helped secure additional funding for small businesses, hospitals, health care workers and COVID-19 testing, voting for the The Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act earlier today. Davids has advocated for increased funding for small businesses in the Paycheck Protection Program since before it was rolled out. In these unprecedented times, Kansas small business owners need help to pay their workers and keep their businesses afloat. I've been pushing Congress to quickly get more resources into these small business relief programs, and I'm glad that we were able to pass a bipartisan bill today to do just that. This bill will also provide vital funding for our hospitals, health care workers and COVID-19 testing, all of which are critical to preventing the spread of this virus and getting Americans safely get back to work. We still have much more work to do to protect the health, safety and financial security of the people in this country and I'll keep working to help Kansans get through these trying times. said Davids. During a House Small Business Committee hearing today, Davids highlighted the challenges faced by small businesses and workers in the Kansas Third and the need to build upon this bill. WATCH HERE. She also announced her support for bipartisan legislation to further extend the Paycheck Protection Program by providing an additional $900 billion in funding. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-measures-support-workers-and-economy-us-amid-spread-coronavirus Davids Calls for Measures to Support Workers and Economy in the U.S. Amid Spread of Coronavirus 2020-03-11 2020 2020-03 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy As public health professionals work to contain the spread of coronavirus, Representative Sharice Davids outlined steps that Congress, as well as Kansas' legislature, could take today to protect the livelihood of workers, families and small businesses across the United States. Public health officials are working hard to mitigate and contain the spread of the coronavirus, and that must remain a priority. As policy makers, we have a responsibility to not only address the impact this virus has on public health and safety, but also the impact it has on the financial security of families, workers, and businesses across the country. Today I'm outlining measures that should be taken right now to lessen those impacts and support our families, said Davids. These include: Medicaid Expansion Rural hospitals and health clinics which serve as the first line of defense during public health crises have been closing across Kansas due to the state's previous failure to expand Medicaid. The Kansas legislature should build on the progress they've made and act quickly to pass a Medicaid expansion bill. It would provide quality, affordable health care for an estimated 150,000 additional Kansans, and provide critical support for rural hospitals to help keep their doors open. Congress should support this action by passing legislation I've long pushed for, the Incentivizing Medicaid Expansion Act, which would increase federal support for states like Kansas that expand Medicaid. Paid Sick Leave / Small Business Tax Credits More than 30 million people in the United States lack access to paid sick leave, many of whom work low-wage jobs that require close contact with the public, like restaurant workers or health care aides. They shouldn't have to choose between their health and collecting a paycheck that supports their families. In order to ease financial hardship and reduce the spread of the virus, Congress should support paid sick leave for workers. And in order to support small businesses which are the backbone of our communities Co… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-examines-coronavirus-impact-kansas-small-businesses Davids Examines Coronavirus Impact on Kansas Small Businesses 2020-03-10 2020 2020-03 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy During a House Small Business Committee hearing today, Representative Sharice Davids examined the impact of the coronavirus on Kansas' small businesses and discussed additional measures Congress could take to offset economic hardship for workers and businesses. This hearing comes in the wake of Congress' $8.3 billion emergency funding package, which enables the Small Business Administration to make an estimated $7 billion in low-interest loans to affected small businesses. For small businesses in Kansas and across the country, the coronavirus has the potential to cause devastating financial hardship that would have a ripple effect throughout our economy. These businesses make up the backbone of our communities, and we have to ensure they are properly supported and protected, said Davids. Davids shared a story of a small business owner in Overland Park who is worried about how decreased sales could jeopardize her businesses' future leaving her unable to cover rent, pay her bills or get groceries. Preventative measures to help contain and mitigate the coronavirus are essential for public health and safety, and have to remain our priority. But we cannot overlook the possible impact of this epidemic on our economy and small businesses, which are so vital to Kansas' Third District, said Davids. To watch Davids' remarks during the hearing, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-coronavirus-emergency-response-bill Davids Statement on Coronavirus Emergency Response Bill 2020-03-04 2020 2020-03 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on House passage of a coronavirus emergency response supplemental funding bill: It's essential that we have a coordinated, well-resourced government response to the coronavirus to keep Kansas communities safe. That's why I worked with my House colleagues to quickly pass a strong, bipartisan funding package that addresses the scale and severity of this public health crisis. This package will fully fund a robust response to coronavirus, including vaccine and treatment development, support for state, local and tribal governments which are our first line of defense and assistance for affected small businesses. Importantly, it helps to prevent price-gouging and ensures that vaccines and treatments for coronavirus are affordable and accessible. This is not about partisan politics this is about the safety of the American people. We must come together and quickly enact this legislation. ### Last week, Davids launched a page dedicated to up-to-date coronavirus information on her House website. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-introduces-bill-requiring-pharma-companies-include-drug-prices-ads Davids Introduces Bill Requiring Pharma Companies to Include Drug Prices in Ads 2020-02-13 2020 2020-02 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Representative Sharice Davids introduced the Transparency in Prescription Drug Advertising Act, which would require pharmaceutical companies to include the list prices of their prescription drugs in all direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertisements. This legislation holds pharmaceutical companies accountable for their prices, especially as the cost of prescription drugs continues to rise. Big pharmaceutical companies flood Kansans' airwaves with ads for prescription drugs but leave us in the dark about the price. My bill will hold pharmaceutical companies accountable to the public for their prices and help to halt the skyrocketing cost of prescription drugs, so Kansas families can finally have some relief, said Davids. DTC pharmaceutical advertising in the U.S. is unparalleled in the rest of the world the U.S. and New Zealand are the only two countries that even allow such advertising. The average American sees nine DTC prescription drug advertisements every day. The American Medical Association the largest association of physicians in the country says DTC advertising inflates demand for new and more expensive drugs, even when these drugs may not be appropriate. Whether it's a mom worrying about affording insulin for her children or a cancer patient fearing bankruptcy due the price of his life-saving medications, the number one issue Kansans talk to me about is the cost of health care and prescription drugs. Their message is clear: we need leaders in Washington who will stand up to big drug companies and work to lower the rising cost of prescription drugs. And that's what this bill will help do, said Davids. To view the bill, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-highlights-indian-country-infrastructure-needs-during-committee-hearing Davids Highlights Indian Country Infrastructure Needs During Committee Hearing 2020-02-07 2020 2020-02 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) highlighted the infrastructure needs of Indian Country during a House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure hearing titled Assessing the Transportation Needs of Tribes, Federal Land Management Agencies, and U.S. Territories. This is the first committee hearing on tribal infrastructure since 2002. For far too long, the voices of Native Americans have been woefully underrepresented in Congress. Issues affecting tribal communities have routinely been minimized and ignored. It's my hope that our committee can serve as a proving ground for the greater inclusion of tribal voices in federal policy this congress and that tribes can be regularly consulted on national infrastructure issues. Today's hearing is just the beginning of that effort, said Davids. Davids urged the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to keep the priorities of tribal communities in mind while developing its legislative agenda in a letter sent to committee leadership last year. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-kansas-constitutional-amendment Davids Statement on Kansas Constitutional Amendment 2020-02-06 2020 2020-02 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) released the following statement on the Kansas constitutional amendment regarding abortion: Last year, the Kansas Supreme Court reaffirmed Kansans' fundamental right to make their own decisions about their bodies and health care. Tomorrow, the Kansas House will vote on a measure designed to take away that right and set our state up for a complete ban on abortion, even in the case of rape, incest, or health of the mother. With Roe v. Wade under threat nationwide, there has never been a more important time to stand strong against attacks on reproductive rights. I will always fight to ensure Kansas families have access to the full range of health care services they need, including reproductive health care. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-passage-pro-act Davids Statement on Passage of PRO Act 2020-02-06 2020 2020-02 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Rep. Sharice Davids issued the following statement on House passage of theThe Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act: "I proudly stood with our brothers and sisters in the labor community today and voted yes on The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, which would help hardworking Kansans by strengthening their basic right to band together and negotiate for higher wages, stronger benefits, and safer working conditions. It's an important step to creating an economy where everyone can get ahead. "I'm glad that this bill also included many of the provisions I advocated for to ensure privacy and data security for personal information, as well as to prepare all our industries for the future of work. As our economy evolves and modernizes, we must continue to find ways to ensure everyone can participate. The PRO Act sets us firmly on that course." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-serve-escort-committee-state-union Davids to Serve on Escort Committee for State of the Union 2020-02-04 2020 2020-02 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representatives Sharice Davids hasbeen selected toserve on theCongressionalEscort Committeeahead oftonight's State of the Union address. Davids will joinbipartisan group of members, includingHouse and Senate Leadership and Representative Deb Haaland, in escortingthe President to the House Chamber fortheState of the Union address. It's an honor to be selected for the Congressional Escort Committee, particularly because it will give me the opportunity to meet with the president prior to his State of the Union address and share my hope that he will work with Congress on the issues most important to Kansas families like lowering the skyrocketing cost of prescription drugs, said Davids. Davids and Haaland are the first two Native American women elected to Congress. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-bring-purple-heart-recipient-overland-park-guest-state-union-address Davids to Bring Purple Heart Recipient from Overland Park as Guest to the State of the Union Address 2020-01-30 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids announced today that she will bring veteran and Purple Heart recipient Kyle Prellberg from Overland Park, Kansas as her guest to the State of the Union Address in Washington, DC on February 4. Prellberg was injured while serving in Afghanistan in 2012 but due to an error did not receive a Purple Heart. With the help of Rep. Davids' office, Prellberg was able to receive his Purple Heart and was connected with the Veterans Community Project, which provided him with housing. Kyle served our country and sacrificed so much so that we can all live safe and breathe free, said Davids. Hosting him as my guest for the State of the Union is an opportunity to emphasize the importance of taking care of our nation's heroes and ensuring they have access to the health care, housing and services they deserve. It's also a chance to highlight the work my office is doing in our community to help constituents like Kyle and to make sure we are taking their priorities to Washington. It's an honor to attend the State of the Union as a guest of Representative Davids, said Prellberg. For the past seven years, I have searched for someone willing to help me get my Purple Heart, but all have passed the buck. I stopped believing I'd find help at all. Representative Davids has done what no one else would, and I'm so thankful for her help in receiving this Purple Heart. Davids grew up in a military family; her mom served in the U.S. Army for twenty years. She has been an strong advocate for Veterans and military families in Congress, introducing legislation to help Veteran business owners succeed that passed the House overwhelmingly. She also voted to include $1.8 billion for homeless assistance programs in the 2020 federal budget. The President is scheduled to give the State of the Union Address to a Joint Session of the 116th United States Congress on February 4, 2020. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-statement-white-house-peace-plan Davids statement on White House peace plan 2020-01-30 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) issued the following statement on the White House's newly released proposal to achieve a peaceful agreement between Israel and Palestine: It is my sincere hope that the White House can bring both Israeli and Palestinian leadership to the table to find a valid two-state solution that will bring lasting peace to the region. However, the proposal announced last week includes several concerning provisions, including the possibilities of annexation of the West Bank and restrictions that would prevent a truly independent Palestinian state. I encourage both nations to avoid taking unilateral action that will jeopardize long-term progress, whether in the form of annexation or ending security cooperation. I am disappointed that Palestinian leadership was not involved in the negotiations for this proposal. A lasting peace plan must be the result of discussions between both Israeli and Palestinian leaders. National self-determination is essential for Palestinians and Israelis alike and is absolutely critical to any future negotiations. My hope is that the leadership of the U.S., Palestine, and Israel engage in discussions in good faith, knowing that peace is possible with cooperation and respect between all parties. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/super-bowl-bet-davids-challenges-northern-california-rep-friendly-wager Super Bowl Bet Davids Challenges Northern California Rep to Friendly Wager 2020-01-29 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) challenged Representative Eric Swalwell (CA-15) to a friendly wager on whether Kansas City or the San Francisco 49ers will take home Sunday's Super Bowl LIV championship title. Davids will provide Swalwell's office with world-famous Kansas City barbeque if the 49ers win; Swalwell will provide Davids' office with chocolate from Blommer Chocolate Company if Kansas City wins. Additionally, the member from the losing team will have to wear the winning team's jersey for one day. As a candy lover myself, I'm excited to taste some of California's finest chocolates, but nothing will be as sweet as when Kansas City beats the 49ers, said Davids. With players like Pat Mahomes on the field and thousands of KC fans in the stands, I have no doubt we'll bring the Vince Lombardi trophy back home where it belongs. While I am happy to see Kansas City FINALLY make it to the Super Bowl, they're simply no match for our 49ers, said Swalwell. I am looking forward to enjoying the Kansas City BBQ provided by Rep. Davids on Monday, February 3rd. Go Niners! Click here to watch Davids challenge Swalwell. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-valentine-s-veterans-program Davids Announces Valentines for Veterans Program 2020-01-28 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced her second annual Valentines for Veterans program to collect and distribute homemade Valentine's Day cards to veterans in Kansas' 3rd District. Residents are encouraged to drop off or mail cards to Davids' district offices in Overland Park and Kansas City starting today through Monday, February 10. Davids will deliver cards to the Kansas City VA on Valentine's Day. Our veterans have sacrificed so much for our country and to keep us safe. I encourage everyone in the 3rd district to share their love and appreciation for our nation's heroes by participating in our Valentine's for Veterans program, said Davids. For additional information on the Valentines for Veterans program, please call Davids' office at (913) 621-0832. Davids' office locations and hours are below. Overland Park Office 7325 W. 79th Street Overland Park, KS 66204 Hours: 8:00 am 5:00 pm CT Monday Friday Kansas City Office 753 State Avenue Suite 460 Kansas City, KS 66101 Hours: Noon 6:00 pm CT Monday Friday 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-marks-first-year-office-focus-community-engagement-constituent-services Davids Marks First Year in Office with Focus on Community Engagement, Constituent Services, Bipartisan Legislating 2020-01-13 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids marked her first year in office serving the people of Kansas' 3rd Congressional District with a focus on widespread community engagement, quality constituent services, and bipartisan legislating. When I took office last January, I pledged to be a voice for Kansans in Washington and to put their priorities first. It's why I've spent my first year in office focused on listening to the folks in our community, ensuring my office is available as a resource to them, and fighting for the issues they talk about at the kitchen table each night. From passing bipartisan legislation to lower the cost of health care to holding over 60 community outreach events across the district, I'm proud of all we've accomplished this past year. We have more work ahead of us, and I'll continue to put Kansans' priorities first, said Davids. Community Engagement Shortly after taking office, Davids opened two district offices: one in Johnson County, and one in Wyandotte County, where there hadn't been in a district office in nearly a decade. To further reach constituents in all corners of the 3rd District, Davids' staff held 27 pop-up office events, where staff members are available to assist constituents with issues like stalled tax refunds, backlogged Veteran's benefits, passports, and more. In addition, Davids' staff have held informational workshops for community members with experts on topics such as tax filing and Medicare enrollment. Davids held six round table discussions on issues from prescription drug prices to gun safety, two town halls (called Community Conversations), two telephone town halls (called Call with your Congresswoman), 11 transportation and infrastructure site tours, and 11 Sharice's Shifts where Davids shadowed workers at local businesses. Constituent Services Since January, Davids and her staff have assisted 683 constituents, and recovered more than $372,000 in federal dollars for the people of Kansas' 3rd District. Her office also helped secure $650,000 in federal funding for Vibr… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-newly-released-boeing-messages-spirit-aerosystems-job-cuts Davids Statement on Newly Released Boeing Messages; Spirit AeroSystems Job Cuts 2020-01-10 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) issued the following statement on newly released Boeing messages that provide further insight into Boeing's decision making on the 737 MAX development, as well as the subsequent announcement by Boeing supplier Spirit Aerosystems that they are cutting 2,800 jobs in Wichita, KS: The newly released messages from Boeing employees are incredibly disturbing and show a coordinated effort inside the company to deceive the American public and federal regulators, who are in place to keep passengers safe. It's further proof that Boeing put profit over safety in the development of the 737 MAX. My thoughts remain with the families of the 346 victims during this difficult time. As a member of the Transportation Committee, and as Vice-Chair of the Aviation Subcommittee, I've been working to conduct rigorous oversight of Boeing as part of the Committee's investigation into the design, development and certification of the 737 MAX. It's unacceptable that it has taken 10 months of investigations for Boeing to turn over these messages, which are essential to understanding what happened with the MAX. We will continue to push forward with our investigation so we can ensure accountability and most importantly the safety of the flying public. In addition to the public safety concerns these messages raise, Boeing's callousness has now cost thousands of Kansans their livelihood and endangered the economy of our state, which is dependent on aerospace. Kansas will continue to be an aerospace and technology leader, despite the harmful impacts of Boeing leadership's reckless decision making. For more information on the Committee's ongoing investigation into the Boeing 737 MAX, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-applauds-bipartisan-medicaid-expansion-deal-reached-kansas-gov-kelly-and Davids Applauds Bipartisan Medicaid Expansion Deal Reached by Kansas Gov. Kelly and State Sen. Denning 2020-01-09 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) applauded Kansas Governor Laura Kelly and Senate Majority Leader Jim Denning's bipartisan deal to expand the state's Medicaid program announced today. This is big news for Kansas. Medicaid expansion means over 100,000 Kansans will receive quality, affordable health coverage that protects people with pre-existing conditions. I want to thank Governor Kelly and Senate Majority Leader Jim Denning for coming to the table and reaching a bipartisan deal to help ensure Kansans have access to the health care they need, said Davids. I've been a vocal advocate for Medicaid expansion, which is why I co-sponsored legislation to incentivize states like Kansas to expand Medicaid by starting the amount the federal government matches state's investment for expansion at 100 percent. Too many Kansans are struggling with the rising cost of health care, and I'll keep working to ensure Congress helps states expand Medicaid so we can lower costs and increase access to quality health coverage, continued Davids. The Incentivizing Medicaid Expansion Act, H.R. 584, would allow states to receive 100% Federal Medical Assistance Percentages (FMAP) for the first three years after it expands Medicaid, 95% for the fourth year, 94% for the fifth year, 93% for the sixth year, and 90% all years thereafter, helping to ease a state's transition into expansion. Under current law, the federal government provides 90% FMAP for states newly expanding Medicaid, instead of the 100% FMAP for three years proposed in the Incentivizing Medicaid Expansion Act. For more information, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-passage-war-powers-resolution Davids Statement on Passage of War Powers Resolution 2020-01-09 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on her vote to pass the War Powers Resolution limiting the President's military action regarding Iran: In the past week, it's become clear that the President's air strike that killed Qassem Soleimani was conducted without a clear and coherent strategy for how to deal with the aftermath of such a major escalation and keep Americans safe, at home and abroad. It was also conducted without the consultation of Congress, and I have yet to see the Administration demonstrate to Congress that there was an imminent threat necessitating such an escalatory attack. That's why I voted to pass a War Powers resolution limiting the President's military actions regarding Iran unless Congress authorizes them, or unless the use is necessary to defend against an imminent armed attack on the United States or our armed forces. The Administration must work with Congress to put forward an effective strategy to de-escalate tensions and avoid further violence. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-killing-qassem-soleimani Davids Statement on Killing of Qassem Soleimani 2020-01-03 2020 2020-01 Democrat House KS Sharice Davids D000629 davids.house.gov     legacy Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement on the U.S. Air Strike that killed Qassem Soleimani: "Qassem Soleimani committed atrocious crimes against American troops and innocent people. But his killingwill only serve tofurther destabilize an already dangerous region and put more American and civilian lives at risk.The American people deserve to know that this Administration has a strategy for how to deal with the aftermath of this major escalation. As someone who grew up in a military family, I know what it's like to have those you care about serve overseas. My priority is ensuring this Administration hasaplan to keep our service members, embassy personnel and U.S. citizens around the globe safe. I will continue to monitor and expect to be kept apprised of the situation, as is the responsibility of this Administration to Congress. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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