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| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-secures-new-grant-deliver-emergency-shelter-counseling-legal-support | Davids Secures New Grant to Deliver Emergency Shelter, Counseling, Legal Support for Kansas Crime Victims | 2026-09-28 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $11,407,514 to the State of Kansas. The federal investment, which Davids voted to support, will directly fund victim assistance programs, providing essential support services — including crisis counseling, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and therapy — to survivors of crime across Kansas. "When someone experiences a crime, they shouldn't have to figure out how to rebuild their life alone," said Davids. "Whether it's finding a safe place to stay in the middle of the night or having someone stand by your side in a courtroom, our local crisis centers and victim advocates do incredible, heavy work every single day. I was glad to vote for the funding that brought these dollars home to Kansas, and I'll keep working to make sure our local support networks and law enforcement have what they need to keep people safe and supported." Administered through the DOJ’s Victim Assistance Formula Grant program, funds are subgranted by the state to local, community-based nonprofits and public agencies that serve crime victims directly. The $11,407,514 award will support a range of critical services, including: Crisis Counseling & Therapy: Onsite emergency support, mental health counseling, and specialized trauma care for victims and survivors. Emergency Shelter & Relocation: Safe housing, emergency shelter, and basic needs assistance for domestic violence survivors and victims of crime. Legal Advocacy & Criminal Justice Support: In-person courtroom advocacy, legal aid, and help navigating the criminal justice process. Information & Referrals: 24/7 hotlines, emergency intervention, and referral networks for health, housing, and social services. This investment builds on Davids' long-standing effort to deliver federal public safety resources directly to Kansas communities. She has secured more than $27 million in law enforcement and safety grants for the Third District, including grants to recruit police officers in Olathe an… | 1 | 2026-09-29T11:07:12Z | 2026-09-29T11:08:49Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-cole-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-honoring-survivors-indian-boarding | Davids, Cole Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Survivors of Indian Boarding Schools | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Tom Cole (R-OK-04), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Native American Caucus, introduced a bipartisan House Resolution designating the week of September 27 through October 3, 2026, as Indian Boarding School "National Week of Remembrance." The resolution aims to formally honor the thousands of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian children who were forcibly removed from their families and communities to attend government-funded and church-run Indian boarding schools, while acknowledging the enduring intergenerational trauma experienced by survivors and their descendants. "I would not be here today if not for the strength and resilience of my ancestors, including my grandparents who survived federal Indian boarding schools," said Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03), Member of the Wisconsin Ho-Chunk Nation. "These boarding schools were explicitly designed to strip Indigenous children of their languages, cultures, and identities — causing harm that continues to ripple through Native families and communities today. Designating this week isn't just about acknowledging a dark chapter in our history; it is about honoring the survivors, remembering the children who never returned home, and committing to healing for future generations." “For many years, Indian boarding schools were created to forcibly remove Native children from their homes, strip them of their heritage, and, sadly, in some cases, take their lives,” said Representative Tom Cole (R-OK-04), Member of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma. “However, this history is not often spoken about or taught in curriculum. Recognizing this week as Indian Boarding School National Week of Remembrance can bring light to this dark chapter in our nation’s history. I would like to thank Representative Sharice Davids of Kansas, who I co-chair the Congressional Native American Caucus with, for her work on this legislation, as it is critical that we remember and honor these boarding school surviv… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-major-grant-johnson-county-airport-safety-improvements | Davids Announces Major Grant for Johnson County Airport Safety Improvements | 2026-09-21 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Johnson County Airport Commission with $13,240,851 in federal funding for much-needed upgrades to aging infrastructure at Olathe’s New Century AirCenter Airport, the second-busiest airport in Kansas. Funding was made possible by the Davids-backed bipartisan infrastructure law. “I’m thrilled to see the bipartisan infrastructure law continuing to deliver for Kansas,” said Davids. “This grant will replace aging, deteriorating runways with safer, more reliable infrastructure — helping protect passengers and airport workers while keeping Kansas connected to the rest of the country and the world. That’s an investment in aviation safety and in the Kansas economy.” Funding for the project comes by way of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Infrastructure Grant program. This latest investment will support efficient, fiscally responsible airport upgrades in line with the Johnson County Airport Commission's master plan, which supports economic growth and creates good-paying jobs for the region: Reconstructing 7,339 feet of aged runway Reconstructing aged lighting Replacing aged signage “New Century AirCenter is grateful for the Federal Aviation Administration’s announcement of $13.4 million in new Airport Infrastructure Program funding, which will allow us to fully reconstruct Runway 18-36 and upgrade critical airfield signage,” said Bryan Johnson, Executive Director, Johnson County Airport Commission. “This investment supports a runway that is essential to the economic vitality and transportation reliability of our region. As the second-busiest airport in Kansas, New Century AirCenter supports more than 96,000 annual operations and is home to approximately 183 aircraft, serving corporate, military, and general aviation users throughout the Midwest. Reconstructing our 7,339-foot primary runway ensures that we can continue delivering safe, efficient, and modern airfield operations for decades to come. Construc… | 1 | 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z | 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-schmidt-introduce-bipartisan-bill-help-kansas-families-build-financial | Davids, Schmidt Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Kansas Families Build Financial Security for Children | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Derek Schmidt (R-KS-02) introduced bipartisan legislation to help Kansas families save for their children’s futures. The bill would streamline how state agencies connect with new parents, ensuring families receive timely information on tax-favored savings and investment programs right when a child is born. "As someone who worked my way through college, I know how life-changing it is when a family can start saving early for a child's future,” said Davids. “But right now, too many new parents miss out on savings programs simply because no one tells them that they exist. This bipartisan bill fixes that. By delivering clear, actionable information to parents the moment a child is born, Representative Schmidt and I are helping Kansas families build real financial security from day one." “Every child deserves the opportunity to build a strong financial foundation, and parents should have clear information about the tools available to help them do that,” said Representative Derek Schmidt (R-KS-02). “The Born to Invest Act will help connect families with information about accounts that can help them save and invest for their children’s future, while giving states a practical framework for making that information available from the beginning of a child’s life.” Federal law offers several tax-advantaged accounts to help families plan for higher education, disability-related expenses, and long-term financial security. However, because birth records are handled by state health departments while financial programs are run by state treasurers, a lack of inter-agency coordination leaves many new parents in the dark. Better alignment between these agencies ensures families receive this critical information right at birth, when starting a financial plan is most effective. The Born to Invest Act addresses this communication gap by establishing a clear federal model for state agencies to safely coordinate birth notifications and deliver actionable finan… | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-evans-introduce-bipartisan-bill-streamline-social-security-survivor | Davids, Evans Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Streamline Social Security Survivor Benefits for Families | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Gabe Evans (R-CO-08) introduced bipartisan legislation to streamline and modernize how surviving spouses, children, and dependent parents apply for Social Security survivor benefits. The bill would help families avoid long phone hold times and unnecessary in-person visits during a period of intense emotional and financial strain. "When a family loses a parent, spouse, or breadwinner, the last thing they should have to deal with is a maze of administrative red tape just to access the benefits their loved one earned through a lifetime of hard work," said Davids. "My casework team will always help Kansans recover backlogged federal benefits — including Social Security — but families shouldn’t have to turn to their representatives’ offices just to get the benefits they’ve earned. This bipartisan bill would make it easier for families to get those benefits on their own, without having to navigate unnecessary hurdles during an already difficult time." “When families experience the loss of a loved one, the last thing they should have to deal with is red tape and complications when accessing the benefits they are owed,” said Representative Gabe Evans (R-CO-08). “I’m proud to co-lead the bipartisan Survivor Benefits Applications Modernization Act to ensure grieving families have faster access to the resources and services they need during difficult times.” Under current Social Security Act provisions, when a person passes away, their surviving family members — including young children, surviving spouses caring for children, and dependent parents — are eligible for survivor insurance benefits. However, unlike other federal programs that offer streamlined digital services, the Social Security Administration (SSA) process for survivor benefits still largely relies on manual scheduling and paper-based applications. This leads to extended processing delays, crowded field offices, and unnecessary stress for families facing sudden loss. The bipartisan Sur… | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/quindaro-townsite-national-historic-landmark-act-receives-hearing-natural | Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark Act Receives Hearing in Natural Resources Committee | 2026-09-16 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, the Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark Act, introduced by U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS), Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), and Derek Schmidt (R-KS), received a hearing in the House Committee on Natural Resources. The bipartisan legislation would designate the Quindaro Townsite in Kansas City, Kansas, as a National Historic Landmark. The site served as a critical entry point for anti-slavery settlers and a sanctuary for those escaping bondage via the Underground Railroad prior to and during the U.S. Civil War. "This national landmark designation for Quindaro is long overdue. From its role on the Underground Railroad to its deep roots with the Wyandot Nation, Quindaro represents a crucial chapter of the Kansas City story. Today’s hearing gets our bill one step closer to cutting through administrative delays and making sure this history is preserved for our kids and grandkids," said Rep. Sharice Davids. “The history of the Quindaro Townsite is an important piece of the story of Kansas City that must be told for generations to come. I’m pleased that our bipartisan legislation to designate Quindaro as a National Historic Landmark was heard in the Natural Resources Committee, and following this important step in the legislative process, I look forward to continuing our push to ensure it becomes law," said Congressman Cleaver. “Quindaro holds an important place in the history of Kansas and our nation. Founded during the turbulent days of Bleeding Kansas, it became a place of hope and refuge for those fighting for freedom and seeking a better future. This hearing is an important step toward ensuring Quindaro’s legacy is properly preserved and recognized for generations to come. I’m proud to lead this bipartisan effort with Representatives Cleaver and Davids, and I look forward to working with the committee to advance this legislation,” said Rep. Schmidt. National Historic Landmarks are designated through the National Park Service System Advisory Board or an official act of Congress. Last May, … | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-davids-joins-flight-5342-victims-families-demand-action-bipartisan | WATCH: Davids Joins Flight 5342 Victims’ Families to Demand Action on Bipartisan Aviation Safety Legislation | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) joined more than 20 family members of the victims of Flight 5342, safety professionals, and a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers to urge immediate action on aviation safety legislation. The event marked more than 19 months since the tragic midair collision involving Flight 5342, which claimed 67 lives, including Kansans. “The victims’ families from last year’s horrific midair collision are still fighting to make sure no one else experiences the loss they’ve endured,” said Davids. “I’m proud to have worked alongside them and safety experts to pass bipartisan legislation that would make our skies safer, and we need to keep that momentum going. Democrats and Republicans in the House and Senate need to come together, resolve the remaining differences, and get comprehensive aviation safety legislation to the President’s desk. These families have waited long enough, and I’m going to keep pushing until we get this done.” WATCH: Davids speaks following today’s press conference On January 29, 2025, Flight 5342 departed Wichita, KS (ICT), bound for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). As the flight approached its destination, it collided midair with a military training helicopter, tragically killing the two pilots, two flight attendants, and 60 passengers on the airplane, along with all three crew members aboard the helicopter. Earlier this year, the U.S. House passed Davids’ ALERT Act, bipartisan legislation she introduced to reduce the risk of future tragedies. The bill, which is supported by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), would upgrade aircraft collision warning systems, strengthen air traffic controller training, improve airspace communication, review airspace congestion and airport capacity, and enhance military aviation safety. Davids also voted to support the Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act – a bipartisan bill aimed at improving aviation safety standards. Although it failed to pass th… | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-rides-johnson-county-airport-shuttle-highlights-success-pilot-program | Davids Rides Johnson County Airport Shuttle, Highlights Success of Pilot Program | 2026-09-11 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids rode Johnson County United’s Airport Drop & Ride from the Overland Park Convention Center to Kansas City International Airport, highlighting the success of the soon-closing public transit service and the demand for convenient, reliable transportation options in Johnson County. “People want transportation options that are easy, reliable, and affordable — and this service has shown exactly what that can look like in Johnson County,” said Davids. “More than 6,000 people chose to ride these buses during the World Cup and after, and the overwhelming majority of riders said they had an excellent experience and would recommend the service. We should take what we learned from this pilot and use it to build a stronger public transportation system that works for Johnson County families, workers, and visitors.” Watch Davids speak on the success of Johnson County United’s Airport Drop & Ride shuttle. Johnson County United’s Airport Drop & Ride has provided free, direct service between Kansas City International Airport, the Overland Park Convention Center and Lenexa City Center during the summer. The service has provided 6,635 rides through August 31, including more than 4,500 rides through July 16. According to the Johnson County Public Works & Infrastructure Department, riders gave the service overwhelmingly positive reviews: 96.2 percent rated their experience “excellent,” with another 3.27 percent rating it “good.” 97.57 percent said they were “very likely” to recommend the service. 95.45 percent cited the comfort and cleanliness of the buses as something they liked most. 90.27 percent said the service was easy to use. 88.79 percent cited on-time arrival as a positive. If the shuttle had not been available, 35.7 percent said they would have relied on a family member or friend for a ride, while 30.3 percent said they would have used Uber or Lyft. The service was designed as part of Johnson County’s temporary transportation network surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but coun… | 1 | 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z | 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-secures-major-federal-award-recruit-support-kansas-teachers | Davids Secures Major Federal Award to Recruit, Support Kansas Teachers | 2026-09-09 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, U.S. Representative Sharice Davids announced that she secured $8.3 million for the Kansas State Department of Education through the U.S. Department of Education’s Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL). The program strengthens teacher and school leader recruitment, retention, professional development, and leadership opportunities across the country. “I went to Kansas public schools and became a first-generation college student, so I know firsthand how much a good teacher and a strong education can change a student’s trajectory,” said Davids. “This new investment will help Kansas continue to build the kind of schools where students can thrive by supporting the teachers and school leaders who show up for our kids every day.” The TSL program helps schools recruit and keep quality teachers and school leaders. The funding can help schools provide teachers with additional training and coaching, create opportunities for experienced teachers to take on leadership roles, and offer incentives for educators who take on more responsibility. The program also helps schools attract and keep strong educators in low-income and rural communities where they are needed most. A U.S. Department of Education evaluation of the program’s predecessor found that performance-based incentives led to student achievement gains equivalent to roughly three to four additional weeks of learning. The TSL program has since funded 160 projects serving more than 2,000 schools in 36 states and Washington, D.C. Last year, Davids spoke out against the Trump Administration’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, warning that eliminating the department could put critical education funding and services at risk for students, teachers, and families. She has continued pushing for federal investments that support Kansas classrooms, including securing funding for early education, STEM programs, and apprenticeships. This award includes $2,903,167 in base funding and $5,483,666 in additional frontloaded funding, bringing the to… | 1 | 2026-09-10T09:25:58Z | 2026-09-10T09:27:09Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-votes-bipartisan-legislation-avoid-government-shutdown | Davids Votes for Bipartisan Legislation to Avoid Government Shutdown | 2026-09-02 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids voted for a bipartisan Senate-passed continuing resolution to keep the federal government open and funded through December 11. The measure prevents a costly government shutdown on September 30 while giving lawmakers additional time to negotiate a long-term, responsible budget. “Kansans are sick and tired of last-minute Washington games and threats of a government shutdown that only create chaos for our families, federal workers, and local small businesses,” said Davids. “While no stopgap measure is perfect, this bipartisan agreement keeps the government open, provides much-needed stability through the end of the year, and protects critical community programs from reckless administrative overreach. Shutdowns are a self-inflicted wound that solve nothing. The only way forward is for both parties to sit down at the table, cut through the political noise, and deliver common-sense results for working families.” Background: Davids continues to push for a bipartisan agreement to keep the government open past the new deadlines set in today’s legislation. A shutdown would have serious impacts on Kansas families and the overall U.S. economy. Americans would face disruptions to important benefits, service members would not be compensated, many small businesses would have to alter their operations, and federal workers would be furloughed and go unpaid. Specifically: | 1 | 2026-09-03T09:29:33Z | 2026-09-03T09:31:32Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-langworthy-introduce-bipartisan-bill-make-it-easier-tribal-communities | Davids, Langworthy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Make It Easier for Tribal Communities to Access Federal Economic Development Programs | 2026-09-01 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Nick Langworthy (R-NY-23) introduced bipartisan legislation to make it easier for Tribal communities to access federal programs that can create jobs, grow businesses, strengthen local economies, and support families. Davids, a citizen of the Ho-Chunk Nation, was one of the first two Native American women ever elected to Congress. “Tribal communities know what their families and businesses need to succeed, but too often they have to navigate a maze of federal programs to find the resources that can help,” said Davids. “Our bipartisan bill is about making the federal government a better partner — listening to Tribal leaders, making sure they have a seat at the table, and making it easier to access programs that can help create jobs and build stronger communities. I’m proud to work with colleagues from both parties to get this done.” “In New York’s 23rd Congressional District, I’m proud of the strong relationship we’ve built with the Seneca Nation, but too often across the country, federal bureaucracy, agency red tape, and siloed information has been a barrier for our tribal nations to find and access federal resources available to them,” said Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY-23). "This bill is a practical fix that addresses these challenges by improving coordination, cutting administrative burdens, and making sure Tribal leaders have a meaningful voice in federal programs that impact their communities, while still respecting their sovereignty. I’m proud to join with my colleague, Rep. Davids, to introduce this important bipartisan legislation.” Tribal governments are eligible for a wide range of federal economic development programs, but finding the right program and navigating different application requirements can be difficult. The REACH Our Tribes Act would make it easier for Tribal communities to know what resources are available, have a stronger voice in how U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs are developed, and spend le… | 1 | 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z | 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-new-grant-strengthen-olathe-head-start-programs | Davids Announces New Grant to Strengthen Olathe Head Start Programs | 2026-08-25 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Olathe Public School’s Head Start program with a new federal grant. The $1.9 million award will be used to continue providing early education opportunities and family support services to children and families in the Olathe area. “These programs provide affordable early education and care that working parents can count on, help children build the skills they need to succeed, and create good-paying jobs for educators right here at home,” said Davids. “Head Start is incredibly important to our community and I am fighting to preserve funding so kids have the resources they need.” "Olathe Public Schools is proud to have been a Head Start grantee for 65 years," said Dr. Kim Hawkins, Director of Early Childhood, Olathe Public Schools. "The continuation of this funding reflects a longstanding commitment to supporting children and families throughout our community. Through high-quality early learning, strong family partnerships, and connections to important resources, Olathe Head Start helps support the whole child and the whole family. We are grateful for the partnership between Head Start, our school district, and the families we serve, and we are excited to continue building strong foundations for our youngest learners!" Students in early childhood education programs are 25 percent more likely to graduate high school and are four times more likely to complete a bachelor’s degree in comparison to non-Head Start students. Children in Head Start are also healthier and have better social and emotional skills. In adulthood, statistics show that former Head Start students experience greater economic stability and earn higher wages. | 1 | 2026-08-26T05:33:32Z | 2026-08-26T05:34:56Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-house-colleagues-call-trump-administration-reverse-decision-could-raise | Davids, House Colleagues Call on Trump Administration to Reverse Decision That Could Raise Medicare Drug Costs for Millions | 2026-08-20 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Recently, Representative Sharice Davids joined 50 House colleagues in calling on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to immediately reverse its planned termination of the Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration at the end of this year. “Seniors and disabled beneficiaries have seen prices fall over the past three years as a result of [this Medicare program],” wrote the lawmakers. “Lower costs and a rise in covered individuals indicate that the demonstration is working. Despite this fact, CMS has chosen to terminate the program amidst a cost-of-living crisis. Ending this demonstration without a plan to maintain lower costs does not solve these problems, but instead shifts the cost onto beneficiaries least able to afford them.” The Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration has helped keep prescription drug plan costs down for nearly 25 million seniors and people with disabilities. Average monthly premiums fell by $26 in 2025 and another $16 in 2026. But with the program set to be terminated, millions of Americans could be asked to pay more each month just to keep the prescription drug coverage they already have. For seniors living on fixed incomes, even a modest increase can mean a real choice between paying for medicine and paying for groceries, utilities, or other necessities. This action follows Davids’ meeting with Kansans from across the Third District on the economic impacts of the Trump administration’s policies on working families. In the last month alone, she’s hosted two roundtable discussions with patients and healthcare providers on the impacts of rising healthcare costs, held a press conference on her work to provide economic relief for middle-class families, and met one-on-one with constituents to hear about the financial challenges families are facing. Read the full letter here or below: Dear Administrator Oz, We write to urge the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to reverse the termination of the Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstr… | 1 | 2026-08-21T05:30:57Z | 2026-08-21T05:32:22Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-escalates-calls-weather-safety-demands-federal-action-restore-vital | Davids Escalates Calls for Weather Safety, Demands Federal Action to Restore Vital Weather Balloon Launches | 2026-08-19 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Representative Sharice Davids recently helped lead 33 members of Congress in demanding that the Trump Administration immediately restore the National Weather Service’s (NWS) twice-a-day weather balloon launch schedule. The letter highlights how federal workforce cuts have created critical atmospheric data gaps, putting Kansas communities at risk during peak severe weather seasons. “We are alarmed by the reduction in weather balloon launches and its impact on the accuracy of weather forecasting across the United States. Timely and accurate weather forecasts are critical to protecting the lives, livelihoods, and property of the American people,” wrote Davids and her colleagues. “This is a manufactured crisis... [workforce cuts] haphazardly slashed the NWS workforce by roughly 15 percent without considering the impact on public safety. Now, the American people are paying the price... NWS must immediately restore balloon launch capacity before an inaccurate or delayed forecast puts our constituents in harm's way.” The Members specifically call out the severe storm outbreak that struck the Kansas City metropolitan area in April, noting that no weather balloons were launched upstream of eastern Kansas that morning. Following the missing launch data, a tornado watch for impacted local communities was issued just 30 minutes before the first touchdown — far later than standard protocol. This demand represents the latest escalation in Davids’ ongoing efforts to hold federal weather officials accountable and protect Kansans from severe weather warning gaps: June 2025: Davids raised concerns about staffing shortages and operational capacity at local NWS offices, some of which were forced to cut back operations just days before an EF-3 tornado touched down nearby. She still has not received a response from the administration. April 2026: Following severe EF-2 tornadoes in the region, Davids pressed NWS leadership after reports surfaced that routine 7 a.m. weather balloon launches were skipped ahead of the storm outbreak.… | 1 | 2026-08-20T05:28:41Z | 2026-08-20T05:29:58Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-hosts-rural-healthcare-roundtable-highlights-impact-medicaid-cuts | Davids Hosts Rural Healthcare Roundtable, Highlights Impact of Medicaid Cuts on Kansas Communities | 2026-08-13 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | GARNETT, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids convened a roundtable with leaders from rural hospitals, community health clinics, and other organizations serving rural Kansans to discuss the harmful impact of extreme Medicaid cuts — made to fund tax giveaways for billionaires. With Kansas already having lost several rural hospitals over the past decade, these new cuts are accelerating closures and further limiting access to care in rural communities. “Rural hospitals are already stretched thin, and these reckless Medicaid cuts only make it worse,” said Davids. “If we lose a rural hospital, everyone in that community — whether they’re on Medicaid or not — loses access to life-saving care. And these cuts don’t just put lives at risk. They drive up costs for everyone by forcing people to travel farther, wait longer, and delay the care they need. I’ll keep fighting to protect Kansas hospitals and the families who rely on them.” The extreme Republican budget law includes the largest cuts to Medicaid in American history. According to the U.S. Congressional Joint Economic Committee, the new law will strip coverage from 92,937 Kansans, put six rural hospitals across Kansas at risk of closure, restrict reproductive healthcare, and increase Affordable Care Act premiums by $708 per year for Third District families. Medicaid is a vital lifeline for rural hospitals, particularly in states like Kansas that have not expanded coverage. These extreme cuts threaten to strip over $78 million annually from Kansas hospitals that already care for high numbers of uninsured patients. Because Medicaid accounts for one-fifth of overall hospital spending, slashing this funding will drive up uncompensated care costs and push struggling facilities past the breaking point — forcing Kansans to travel hours just to get emergency or specialized care. To help fix this issue, Davids introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen rural hospital infrastructure and enhance patient care. The Rural Hospital Revitalization Act would provide int… | 1 | 2026-08-14T06:13:05Z | 2026-08-14T06:14:08Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-uses-kc-streetcar-travel-meetings-across-kc-highlights-bipartisan | Davids Uses KC Streetcar to Travel to Meetings Across KC, Highlights Bipartisan Infrastructure Investments in Local Public Transit | 2026-08-12 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KANSAS CITY, MO — Today, Representative Sharice Davids spent the day utilizing the KC Streetcar to travel to her public and local stakeholder meetings across Kansas City. Traveling between key stops from UMKC to Union Station, Davids demonstrated the impact of modern, accessible public transit while meeting with local leaders, business groups, and community partners across the metro area. “Affordable public transportation is what connects our communities — getting people to work, school, local businesses, and doctor’s appointments safely and efficiently,” said Davids. “By relying on the KC Streetcar to get across town, I saw firsthand how vital reliable and affordable transit options are for helping folks get around the bi-state area. Investing in our infrastructure isn't just about roads and bridges; it’s about ensuring our transit systems can grow alongside — and in service of — our local economy.” Throughout the day, Davids used the transit line to connect directly with regional stakeholders and community leaders: Plaza & University of Missouri-Kansas City Stops: Met with community members to discuss local transit infrastructure and economic development along the Main Street extension. Winstead's: Joined former Mayor Sly James and KC Streetcar Authority Executive Director Tom Gerend for lunch to discuss regional transportation growth and community connectivity. Union Hill & KCPT: Traveled to 31st & Main Street for meetings with local public media leadership at KCPT. Union Station & KC Chamber: Took the streetcar to a meeting with the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Board to discuss regional economic development, followed by a meeting with Kansas City SmartPort + KC Foreign Trade Zones President Chris Gutierrez. Davids has been a champion for securing federal transportation investments to expand the KC Streetcar: In 2021, Davids and Representative Emanuel Cleaver announced that the Kansas City Streetcar Main Street Extension project would receive full federal funding through a bill they supporte… | 1 | 2026-08-14T06:13:05Z | 2026-08-14T06:14:08Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-returns-local-grocery-store-track-price-changes-kansas-families | Davids Returns to Local Grocery Store to Track Price Changes for Kansas Families | 2026-08-11 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | ROELAND PARK, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids returned to a local grocery store in Roeland Park to buy the exact same basket of household staples she purchased last month. Davids bought 13 everyday food items — including milk, eggs, bread, tortillas, ground beef, chicken, apples, and tomatoes — to track whether checkout prices are going down for Kansas families. "Every Kansas family knows what it feels like to watch checkout totals creep up at the grocery store,” said Davids. “Prices are still far too high, and progress isn't coming fast enough. We shouldn't have corporate tax giveaways for billionaires while regular families struggle to put food on the table. I’ll keep fighting to strengthen our supply chains, support Kansas farmers, and lower everyday costs across the board so working families actually get the relief they deserve." Many Kansas households continue reporting financial pressure due to rising inflation and reckless policy decisions in Washington that only favor billionaires. The average family is paying more than $2,500 extra this year due to tariffs and is expected to spend about $740 more on gas. In the past year, residential electricity prices have risen by 13 percent nationally, and families have paid more than $300 more for groceries. Davids has made lowering the cost of groceries for families and small businesses a priority in Congress, including by: Supporting the bipartisan Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification (HPAI) Act, which ensures fair compensation for all farms affected by avian flu, including those in both infected and buffer zones. Completing a one-day tour to highlight how strengthening supply chains helps lower grocery prices for Kansas families. Urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to begin enforcing the Robinson-Patman Act to prevent corporate price discrimination that drives up grocery costs for consumers. Voting to pass the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Actto shore up the food and agriculture supply chain, ensure fair competition in the meat and pou… | 1 | 2026-08-12T06:18:38Z | 2026-08-12T06:20:33Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-meets-johnson-county-seniors-new-report-warns-impending-social-security | Davids Meets with Johnson County Seniors as New Report Warns of Impending Social Security Cuts | 2026-08-06 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OVERLAND PARK, KS - Today, Representative Sharice Davids met with Johnson County seniors to talk about protecting the Social Security benefits they rely on. A new federal report shows the Social Security trust fund could run out of money by 2032 — two years earlier than expected. If Congress doesn't fix this shortfall, retirees could see an automatic 20 percent cut to their benefits, costing the average senior about $500 a month. Davids made it clear that she opposes any cuts to Social Security and wants billionaires to pay their fair share to keep the program strong. “Social Security is a promise Kansans spend a lifetime paying into,” said Davids. “Seniors who worked hard and budgeted carefully shouldn’t have to worry about D.C. gridlock, bad policy, or irresponsible rhetoric threatening their retirement security. Losing $500 a month would be devastating for local families already dealing with high prices on groceries and medicine. I will stand up against any attempt to cut earned benefits. It’s time Congress keeps this program solvent by ensuring billionaires finally pay their fair share.” The report comes as President Trump and congressional Republicans continue pursuing policies that undermine Social Security, including the largest staffing cut in the program's history and office closures at the Social Security Administration (SSA). President Trump previously called the program a “scam,” and earlier this week, Speaker Mike Johnson indicated Republicans could pursue additional changes to the program if they retain their House majority next year. Social Security is the foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans and provides essential benefits to families and people with disabilities. In Kansas’ Third District alone, 130,424 residents receive Social Security, including more than 105,000 retirees, nearly 10,000 disabled workers, and more than 6,000 children. Participants in today’s conversation included Johnson County residents Duncan B. (67), Paul C. (72), Pat O. (77), Larry P. (82), Linda P… | 1 | 2026-08-14T06:13:05Z | 2026-08-14T06:14:08Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-highlights-support-local-small-businesses-work-secure-tariff-refunds | Davids Highlights Support for Local Small Businesses, Work to Secure Tariff Refunds | 2026-08-05 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | PRAIRIE VILLAGE, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited local small businesses in Prairie Village to discuss the economic challenges of reckless tariffs. She highlighted her efforts in Congress to secure tariff refunds for small businesses, strengthen supply chains, and support small business growth. “When tariffs hit local favorites like toy stores and craft shops, it’s Kansas families who end up paying the price at the register,” said Davids. “Our local shops shouldn't be forced to choose between raising prices on neighbors or cutting jobs while big corporations with fancy lawyers get easy refunds. I’m pushing to make these refunds automatic for small businesses, so they get immediate relief and can keep prices down for everyone in our community.” During the tour, Davids met with the owners and employees of The Learning Tree, a local toy and educational store in Prairie Village; Made in KC, a local store showcasing goods from regional artisans and makers; and Casa Ama, a Mexican restaurant in Prairie Village. Reckless tariff policies have hit Kansas hard, driving up costs for families and threatening small businesses and farmers. According to estimates, average American households will pay roughly $2,500 more this year because of these policies, and small businesses lost 4.5 times more jobs in 2025 than in 2020 during the pandemic. Local industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and retail have faced higher costs for imported goods, forcing some businesses to raise consumer prices, cut jobs, or close entirely. Tariff refunds are ongoing, but under the current system, small businesses often lack the resources to reclaim funds, while large corporations can pursue lengthy litigation to recover tariff payments. Davids supports the RELIEF Act, legislation that would provide automatic refunds to small businesses and families forced to pay President Trump’s reckless tariffs. The RELIEF Act would: Require automatic refunds for all tariffs collected since January 1, 2025 – so small businesses an… | 1 | 2026-08-06T07:37:31Z | 2026-08-06T07:38:34Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-meets-kansans-facing-rising-costs-highlights-work-lower-everyday | Davids Meets with Kansans Facing Rising Costs, Highlights Work to Lower Everyday Expenses | 2026-07-30 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OVERLAND PARK, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids met one-on-one with Kansans to hear directly about the financial challenges families are facing and discuss solutions to lower costs. During the daylong Cost-of-Living Check-Ins, Kansans shared how rising prices for groceries, gas, housing, and healthcare are impacting their everyday lives and making it harder to make ends meet. “I know what it’s like to sit around the kitchen table and make tough choices about how to stretch every dollar,” said Davids. “That’s why I spend so much time listening directly to Kansans about the challenges they’re facing. Right now, families are feeling squeezed by rising costs, and they need leaders who understand what that means in their everyday lives. I’ll keep fighting for solutions that lower costs, support working families, and make sure the voices of Kansans are heard in Washington.” WATCH: Click the following photos to learn more about some of the conversations Many Kansas households continue reporting financial pressure due to rising inflation and reckless policy decisions in Washington that only favor billionaires. The average family is paying more than $2,500 extra this year due to tariffs and is expected to spend about $740 more on gas. In the past year, residential electricity prices have risen by 13 percent nationally, and families have paid more than $300 more for groceries. Davids discussed her work to lower costs for Kansans, including efforts to cap insulin at $35 for seniors, lower prescription drug prices through Medicare negotiation, expand affordable housing supply, strengthen Kansas agriculture and local food systems, support year-round E15 fuel access to lower prices at the pump, and extend Affordable Care Act tax credits that help families afford health coverage. She also highlighted her opposition to reckless tariffs and extreme Medicaid cuts that are closing rural hospitals and increasing healthcare costs for Kansas families. Davids was raised by a single mom who served in the Army for 20 years.… | 1 | 2026-07-31T07:49:23Z | 2026-07-31T07:50:48Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-davids-highlights-tax-cuts-putting-money-back-pockets-kansas-families | WATCH: Davids Highlights Tax Cuts Putting Money Back in the Pockets of Kansas Families — Not Billionaires | 2026-07-29 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OVERLAND PARK, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids joined Kansans who have benefited from the middle-class tax cuts and cost-saving policies she has supported to highlight her work to lower everyday expenses for working families. While Davids has fought to ensure tax policy delivers real relief for everyday Kansans, extremists in Washington passed a package that only benefits billionaires and wealthy corporations. Davids voted against it. “At a time when Kansas families are struggling with rising costs, extreme politicians in Washington chose to give massive tax breaks to billionaires and wealthy corporations instead of delivering real relief for working people,” said Davids. “I know firsthand how much every dollar matters — I was raised by a single mom who worked hard to put food on the table and make ends meet. That experience has shaped my commitment to fighting for policies that lower costs for working families and make sure tax cuts go to the Kansans who need it most — not just those at the very top.” WATCH: Davids hosts press conference with Kansans benefiting from tax policies she supports The press conference featured Kansans who shared how tax cuts have made a meaningful difference in their lives, including savings on healthcare, energy bills, and the everyday costs of raising a family. Speakers included: Crystal Henry (Start Young Manager at Futures First): discussed how the Child Tax Credit helped her family afford everyday expenses and support her two children. “The Child Tax Credit has allowed me as a single parent to have a little breathing room in my budget. Every dollar counts as groceries and gasoline costs rise, and the child tax credit came in time to get us through the summer. I am grateful that Rep. Davids is always fighting to lower costs for families like mine,” said Crystal Henry. Eileen Spickler (retiree and healthcare advocate): shared how Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits helped make health coverage more affordable and provided financial security. Malcolm Pro… | 1 | 2026-07-30T07:32:48Z | 2026-07-30T07:34:08Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/healthcare-costs-soar-kansas-families-davids-calls-restoring-aca-tax-credits | Healthcare Costs Soar for Kansas Families as Davids Calls for Restoring ACA Tax Credits | 2026-07-28 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OVERLAND PARK, KS - Today, Representative Sharice Davids met with Kansans whose health insurance premiums have skyrocketed since enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits expired last year. Some participants shared that their monthly premiums have more than quadrupled, forcing them to rethink family budgets and raising concerns about whether they can continue to afford the coverage they rely on. "No one should lose affordable healthcare because politicians chose tax breaks for billionaires over tax relief for working families,” said Davids. “I heard from Kansans today who are doing everything right but are now facing impossible choices because their health insurance costs have skyrocketed. I'll keep fighting to restore these tax credits so families can afford the care they need instead of worrying about whether they can keep their coverage." The enhanced tax credits helped more than 160,000 Kansans save an average of $700 each year on health insurance. But after Republican leadership allowed the tax credits to expire, premiums began climbing sharply, putting affordable coverage further out of reach for working families, seniors, and small business owners. In Kansas' Third District alone, an estimated 52,000 people are facing higher health insurance costs because the enhanced ACA tax credits were allowed to expire. The impact includes: A 60-year-old couple earning $85,600 a year could see their annual premiums increase by $24,385 — a 474 percent increase. A family of four earning $66,000 a year could pay $2,353 more annually. A family of four earning $133,750 a year could see annual premiums rise by $14,797 — a 154 percent increase. Nationally, health policy experts project the expiration of the tax credits are increasing premiums by an average of 77 percent and could cause an estimated 4.2 million Americans to lose their health insurance. As healthier individuals drop coverage because of rising costs, premiums will climb even further for those who remain insured. | 1 | 2026-07-29T07:41:48Z | 2026-07-29T07:42:57Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-joins-kc-diamonds-highlight-lower-cost-fuel-help-kansas-families-save | Davids Joins KC Diamonds to Highlight Lower-Cost Fuel to Help Kansas Families Save at the Pump | 2026-07-24 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids joined the Renewable Fuels Association and the KC Diamonds for "Fuel Up Friday" at Casey's in Lenexa, where Kansas families received discounts on E15. As gas prices continue to climb, Davids highlighted how expanding access to E15 — a lower-cost fuel made from American-grown crops — can help lower prices at the pump, support Kansas farmers, strengthen American energy independence, and reduce reliance on foreign oil. "When gas prices go up, Kansas families feel it almost immediately," said Davids. "That's why I've worked across the aisle to make lower-cost fuels like E15 available year-round. It's a commonsense solution that helps families save money, creates new opportunities for Kansas farmers, and strengthens our energy independence at a time when global instability from the war in Iran is driving up costs. We should be making it easier — not harder — for Americans to choose a fuel that's made right here at home." Earlier this year, the U.S. House passed Davids' bipartisan Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. The bill ensures drivers have permanent, uninterrupted access to E15, which reduces emissions and can lower prices at the pump by 15 to 40 cents per gallon compared to regular unleaded. It would also increase American energy independence and create additional opportunities for family farmers at a time of growing economic uncertainty across farm country. Rising fuel costs underscore the urgency of expanding access to lower-cost alternatives like E15. Since the outbreak of the Iran war, global oil prices have surged sharply, exceeding $100 per barrel. U.S. gasoline prices have followed, jumping from under $3.00 per gallon before the conflict to more than $4.00, with analysts warning prices could climb even higher if instability continues. WATCH: Davids urged passage of year-round E15 during a speech on the U.S. House floor Previously, Davids has taken multiple actions to lower gas prices for Kansans by: | 1 | 2026-07-25T07:13:44Z | 2026-07-25T07:15:09Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-invites-kansans-one-one-cost-living-check-ins | Davids Invites Kansans to One-on-One Cost of Living Check-Ins | 2026-07-21 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids is inviting Kansans in the Third District to share their experiences with the rising cost of living during a day of individual conversations on Thursday, July 30. “Every day, I hear from Kansans who are working hard, making smart choices, and still feeling squeezed by rising costs,” said Davids. “I want to hear directly from you about what you’re experiencing, what challenges you’re facing, and what solutions you think will make a difference. These conversations help me take your voices back to Washington and fight for real, meaningful change that lowers costs for families across Kansas. It will be a fun day!” Through her Cost of Living Check-Ins, Davids will meet directly with Kansans to hear how rising costs are affecting their families, businesses, and communities — including expenses like groceries, housing, healthcare, childcare, energy bills, and other everyday costs. Kansans interested in participating can request an appointment here: https://bit.ly/4w8fZPg Space is limited. If more Kansans sign up than can be accommodated during the available time, Davids’ office will review the feedback submitted and follow up directly with Kansans about the issues they shared. | 1 | 2026-07-22T07:34:13Z | 2026-07-22T07:35:16Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-secures-34-million-federal-investment-grow-kansas-citys | Davids Secures $34 Million Federal Investment to Grow Kansas City's Biomanufacturing Industry, Create Good-Paying Jobs | 2026-07-20 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) has awarded $33.5 million to the Kansas City BioSecure Manufacturing Tech Hub (KC BioHub). The major grant will help expand the region's leadership in biomanufacturing, strengthen domestic supply chains for lifesaving medicines, and create good-paying jobs. The Tech Hubs program and this funding was created through the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act, which Davids voted to pass. "This is a huge win for Kansas City," said Davids. "Our region has everything it takes to lead the future of medical innovation, and this investment is proof that the rest of the country sees that, too. It will help create good-paying jobs, strengthen our regional economy, and reinforce America's supply chains and national security. I'm proud to have helped make this possible, and I'll keep fighting to bring more opportunities like this home to Kansas." “This award is a vote of confidence in the strength of our regional assets, the depth of our relationships with our partners, and the promise of our shared vision for the future,” said Melissa Roberts Chapman, President & Regional Innovation Officer, KC BioHub. “Together, we have demonstrated that our region has the talent, infrastructure, partnerships, and innovation necessary to onshore the manufacturing of biologics. As a consortium, we have positioned the Kansas City region to lead in the global race to build the next great biotech ecosystem.” The award marks the latest milestone for the KC BioHub. In 2023, the Kansas City region was selected as one of only 31 inaugural Tech Hubs nationwide because of its unique strengths in biotechnology and biomanufacturing. In 2024, after narrowly missing out on the first round of implementation funding, the consortium received a $500,000 award to continue developing projects and preparing for future investment. Today's announcement builds on that progress by providing approximately $34 million to help bring the region's vision to life. Led by… | 1 | 2026-07-21T07:32:02Z | 2026-07-21T07:33:33Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-cleaver-call-release-delayed-funding-supporting-local-history-tourism | Davids, Cleaver Call for Release of Delayed Funding Supporting Local History, Tourism | 2026-07-17 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | This week, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO-05) called on the Trump Administration to release overdue federal funding that supports museums, historic sites, classrooms, and tourism across eastern Kansas and western Missouri. Congress approved the funding more than five months ago, but local organizations are still waiting for the money they rely on to keep staff employed and programs running. “These repeated delays in funding are causing significant strain on our [National Heritage Areas] – many of which rely on small staffs and robust volunteer networks,” wrote the Members. “[The Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area] is facing this shortfall – and on the verge of having to lay off staff – while servicing a record number of grant applications, providing opportunities to 122 percent more students compared to the last fiscal year, and meeting increased tourism demand from the semiquincentennial and the FIFA World Cup 2026.” The federal funding helps preserve historic landmarks, support museums and cultural organizations, provide grants to local communities, expand educational opportunities for students, and attract visitors whose spending supports local businesses. Every federal dollar invested through National Heritage Areas is matched by at least one dollar in private funding and generates more than $5 in additional nonfederal investment. Established in 2006, the Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area (FFNHA) connects more than 300 museums, historic sites, libraries, trails, and cultural organizations across 41 counties in Kansas and Missouri. Together, these partners tell the story of the western frontier, Bleeding Kansas, the Civil War, Brown v. Board of Education, Native American history, and influential Americans like President Harry Truman and Amelia Earhart. The annual federal funding also allows Freedom's Frontier to award grants to local organizations, preserve historic sites, develop classroom programming, support heritage tourism, and coordinate pro… | 1 | 2026-07-18T06:58:50Z | 2026-07-18T07:00:34Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-return-bipartisan-farm-bill-tradition-center-forward-discussion | Davids Calls for Return to Bipartisan Farm Bill Tradition at Center Forward Discussion | 2026-07-16 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) joined Representative Brad Finstad (R-MN-01) and Center Forward for a bipartisan discussion on the future of the Farm Bill coalition. During the event, Davids emphasized that supporting farmers, strengthening rural communities, and keeping food affordable have long been bipartisan priorities — and urged Congress to move away from political games and get back to working together. "Kansas has a long history of showing that the Farm Bill works best when people come together,” said Davids. “Leaders like Senator Bob Dole and Senator Pat Roberts understood that supporting farmers and making sure families can put food on the table aren't competing priorities — they're connected. That's the bipartisan tradition that made the Farm Bill successful for decades. We need to stop playing political games, rebuild that coalition, and get back to passing a Farm Bill that gives producers certainty and keeps our food system strong." “As a fourth-generation farmer, I know firsthand the importance of delivering a strong, bipartisan Farm Bill that responsibly addresses the needs of my fellow Minnesotans,” said Representative Brad Finstad (R-MN-01). “While the Farm Bill is a critical tool for farmers and rural communities, it also serves as a crucial piece of legislation for strengthening food security across the country. Whether it be my colleagues in Congress or community members back home, what makes the Farm Bill effective is listening to others to ensure we are meeting the needs of Americans. I appreciated the opportunity to be a part of this bipartisan conversation about how we can continue to make the Farm Bill successful for generations to come.” “Bipartisan policymaking delivers durable results that benefit all Americans,” said Cori Kramer, Chief Executive Officer, Center Forward. “At Center Forward, we are proud to serve as Washington's leading bipartisan convenor, bringing together leaders to foster the conversations that make meaningful progress possibl… | 1 | 2026-07-17T07:15:58Z | 2026-07-17T07:17:05Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-bipartisan-lawmakers-urge-reinstatement-988-lgbtq-suicide-crisis-line | Davids, Bipartisan Lawmakers Urge Reinstatement of 988 LGBTQ+ Suicide Crisis Line | 2026-07-15 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids joined a bipartisan group of her colleagues to urge the Trump Administration to reinstate the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's LGBTQ+ phone line. One year ago, the administration ended the LGBTQ+ “Press 3” option. Following sustained bipartisan pressure and Congress appropriating funding to restore the service, the administration has announced plans to bring it back “by the end of the year” — but today’s coalition demanded that those lifesaving services be reinstated without further delay. “A year ago today, we stood here because the administration made the decision to shut down the 988 LGBTQ+ youth crisis line,” said Davids. “I said then that it was the wrong decision. It was and still is. Because this has never been about politics. It's about people. It's about a young person who feels completely alone and is trying to decide if tomorrow is worth it, and making sure someone is there to answer the phone in that moment.” Since its launch in 2022, the LGBTQ+ subline under the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has been a critical, life-saving resource for LGBTQ+ youth and adults facing mental health crises. The line has handled nearly 1.3 million calls, texts, and chats from LGBTQ+ individuals seeking support. Its closure comes at a time of growing need — just last year, over 40 percent of LGBTQ+ youth seriously considered suicide, according to national surveys. The decision to shut down the LGBTQ+ subline drew widespread concern from mental health experts and civil rights organizations. Although the administration has pledged to reopen the line, advocates remain concerned that organizations with the most experience serving LGBTQ+ youth, including The Trevor Project, which helped establish the original program, may not be included in the updated 988 Lifeline. Along with Davids, today’s press conference included Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-08), Mike Lawler (R-NY-17), and Seth Moulton (D-MA-06), as well as The Trevor Project and the American Foundat… | 1 | 2026-07-16T07:21:44Z | 2026-07-16T07:23:13Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-calls-stronger-water-infrastructure-reduce-flooding-risks | Davids Calls for Stronger Water Infrastructure to Reduce Flooding Risks | 2026-07-14 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, during a U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee markup of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), Representative Sharice Davids underscored the critical importance of investing in water infrastructure for Kansas communities facing both flooding and drought conditions. “Water infrastructure is not abstract for Kansas families — it’s personal,” said Davids. “From severe flooding in eastern Kansas that damages homes and roads to drought conditions in western Kansas that strain agriculture and local water supplies, our communities depend on smart, reliable investments. I’m focused on making sure Kansas has the tools it needs to manage both extremes and protect families, farmers, and local economies.” WATCH: Davids speaks on protecting Kansas communities from extreme flooding and drought WRDA is the primary federal legislation that authorizes U.S. Army Corps of Engineers water infrastructure projects, including flood control, levees, dams, navigation systems, and ecosystem restoration. For Kansas, these investments directly impact communities that regularly face weather extremes — helping reduce flood risk, improve water management, and strengthen long-term resilience. In 2024, Davids’ WRDA request was successfully passed, saving Kansas taxpayers $41 million in water contracts. This update provides significant financial relief for Kansas, benefiting municipalities, industries, and water supply districts relying on these reservoirs. It also ensures a more affordable and reliable water supply for residents and businesses, addressing the challenges of ongoing drought and extreme weather. Davids has consistently advocated for flood safety, including securing investments for the national levee safety initiative and advancing solutions to help Kansas communities respond to increasingly extreme weather. In partnership with local governments, she has also helped secure federal funding to address flooding in Princeton and support the Upper Turkey Creek levee project in Merriam… | 1 | 2026-07-15T07:12:08Z | 2026-07-15T07:13:45Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/city-lenexa-receives-16-million-build-grant-lone-elm-interchange | City of Lenexa receives $16 million BUILD grant for Lone Elm Interchange | 2026-07-13 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | The Kansas Department of Transportation announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded the City of Lenexa a $16 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) discretionary grant for the Lone Elm Interchange Project. The project, a partnership between KDOT and the City of Lenexa, will construct a new diamond interchange at K-10 and Lone Elm Road, along with two miles of auxiliary lanes between K-7 and Woodland Road. The new Lone Elm Interchange, which was identified as a priority during KDOT’s K-10 Corridor study, will provide a safe connection between the north and south sides of K-10. This interchange will also be constructed to accommodate future expansion of the K-10 corridor through Johnson County. "No one wants to spend more time in traffic than they have to. This federal grant will improve safety, reduce congestion and make it easier for families, workers and first responders to get where they need to go,” said U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03). “I'm thankful to the Kansas Department of Transportation and the City of Lenexa for the years of planning and am proud to have helped make this investment possible." “This project has been envisioned for decades and is an important connection in a growing part of Lenexa,” said Lenexa Mayor Julie Sayers. “The BUILD grant brings us closer to delivering an interchange that will improve safety, create more direct access for our students who attend school in the Olathe School District and support economic development for decades to come. We appreciate USDOT’s investment and look forward to working with KDOT to make this long-planned project a reality.” “This crucial project is the result of a partnership between the City of Lenexa, KDOT and local and federal partners, all of whom were imperative to bringing it to fruition,” said Governor Laura Kelly. “Their hard work has resulted in a critical investment that will drive economic growth and benefit all who travel through Kansas.” This interchange will r… | 1 | 2026-07-14T07:08:55Z | 2026-07-14T07:10:52Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-highlights-olathe-manufacturers-role-historic-artemis-ii-mission-moon | Davids Highlights Olathe Manufacturer’s Role in Historic Artemis II Mission to the Moon | 2026-07-07 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OLATHE, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited Mid-State Aerospace in Olathe, a small Kansas manufacturer whose components helped make NASA’s Artemis II mission possible — the first crewed flight to travel around the Moon in more than 50 years. During the visit, Davids highlighted her successful efforts earlier this year to push the Trump Administration to reverse funding cuts to a manufacturing program that provides critical technical assistance to Kansas manufacturers. “Mid-State Aerospace is exactly what Kansas manufacturing looks like — skilled workers, a small team doing big things, and products that end up supporting some of the most complex missions our country undertakes,” said Davids. “When I visited this company a few years ago, I saw firsthand the kind of precision and pride that goes into their work. I’m glad I got to come back and see how that same work helped power a mission around the Moon. It’s a reminder that Kansas manufacturing is part of America’s story.” "At Mid-State Aerospace, we believe that the next giant leap for mankind begins with precision manufacturing right here at home,” said Robert Somers, Vice President of Operations, Mid-State Aerospace. “By serving as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier for the Artemis mission, our local team is proving that the road to the Moon runs directly through our community's hard work and dedication. We aren't just building aerospace components; we are manufacturing the future of space exploration." Davids first visited Mid-State Aerospace in 2022 with former U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman. Today, Davids once again met with company leadership and employees to tour the facility and highlight the role Kansas manufacturers play in advanced aerospace supply chains and national space exploration efforts. Artemis II marks a major milestone in NASA’s efforts to return humans to deep space exploration, and Kansas companies like Mid-State Aerospace played a role in building key components used in both the rocket and spacecraf… | 1 | 2026-07-08T07:27:19Z | 2026-07-08T07:28:28Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-invites-kansans-share-their-stories-ahead-americas-250th-birthday | Davids Invites Kansans to Share Their Stories Ahead of America’s 250th Birthday | 2026-07-01 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | As the nation prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Representative Sharice Davids is inviting Kansans in the Third District to share what America means to them through a short video submission as part of her America 250 initiative. Kansans of all ages can submit their videos HERE. “Every community has a story to tell, and I want to make sure Kansans are part of how we mark this moment in our nation’s history,” said Davids. “I’m looking forward to hearing from people across the Third District about what they love about this country, what patriotism means to them, and what they hope for the next 250 years.” Participants are invited to submit a short video response addressing one of the following prompts: What do you love about America? What does patriotism mean to you? What is your hope for this country for the next 250 years? What would you like your fellow Americans to know? How are you celebrating America250? Video Submission Guidelines: Videos must be filmed horizontally (landscape mode) Participants should begin by introducing themselves Videos must be 1 minute or less and may be edited for final use Accepted formats: .mp4 or .mov All participants must sign an appearance release form to be featured; participants under 18 must have parent or guardian permission Release forms should be returned via email to DavidsPress@mail.house.gov or by mail to 9200 Indian Creek Parkway, Suite 562, Overland Park, KS 66210 Submissions must be made using the official form to be considered Only submissions from residents of Kansas’ Third Congressional District (KS-03) will be accepted Submissions must be original work; videos suspected of plagiarism or artificial intelligence generation will not be accepted Deadline for submission is July 10, 2026 | 1 | 2026-07-02T06:20:02Z | 2026-07-02T06:21:32Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-leads-over-100-lawmakers-urging-administration-protect-safe-drinking | Davids Leads Over 100 Lawmakers in Urging Administration to Protect Safe Drinking Water Standards | 2026-07-01 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) led over 100 of her House colleagues in urging the Trump Administration to protect safe drinking water standards and address PFAS contamination that poses risks to the physical health and environmental health of communities across America. In a new letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Congresswoman Davids and 112 of her colleagues in the House pressed the administration to reconsider eliminating the 2024 National Drinking Water Standards for four PFAS forever chemicals. The water standards established an enforceable limit of forever chemicals and required that public water systems monitor for PFAS, notify the public of PFAS, and reduce PFAS in drinking water. “Safe drinking water should never be a luxury or a legal debate. For families facing PFAS contamination, this is about the water they pour into a glass, cook with, and give to their children. America should be moving faster to get PFAS out of our drinking water—not giving families more years of uncertainty and harm. We will not stand by while protections are weakened and working families are left waiting. We will continue fighting to protect clean water, hold polluters accountable, and put public health ahead of the interests that created this crisis. We urge EPA to reconsider its proposals to eliminate and delay the 2024 National PFAS Drinking Water Standards and meaningfully protect Americans from PFAS contamination,” said the lawmakers. Nearly 98% of Americans have PFAS detectable in their blood, and as of March 2026, about 176 million Americans drink water contaminated with PFAS. By EPA’s own estimates, the Drinking Water Standards would protect as many as 105 million Americans from exposure to PFAS in their drinking water, prevent thousands of deaths, and reduce tens of thousands of serious PFAS-attributable illnesses. The EPA also cited economic benefits from the standards, estimating cost savings of over $1 billion in avoided health costs. A copy of the letter can be fo… | 1 | 2026-07-02T06:20:02Z | 2026-07-02T06:21:32Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-federal-grant-help-kansas-youth-young-adults-disabilities | Davids Announces Federal Grant to Help Kansas Youth, Young Adults with Disabilities Overcome Obstacles to Employment | 2026-06-29 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced a $7.1 million federal grant to help more Kansas youth and young adults with intellectual disabilities — particularly in underserved communities — access job training, build career skills, and connect with employment opportunities in high-growth industries. “Every Kansan who wants to work should have the opportunity to build a career and support themselves,” said Davids. “This investment will help more young people with disabilities gain the skills, training, and support they need to succeed in the workforce. That's good for those workers and their families, and it helps Kansas employers connect with talented people who are ready to contribute to our economy.” “We are thrilled to receive continued funding for this important initiative, ensuring that youth and young adults with disabilities across Kansas have greater access to the services, supports and opportunities they need to thrive,” said Mike Beene, Assistant Secretary, Kansas Department of Commerce. “This continued investment will strengthen Kansas’ capacity to expand transition services and build sustainable partnerships that help individuals and families navigate pathways to community participation, education, and most importantly, employment.” The $7,135,150 grant for the Kansas Department of Commerce was awarded through the U.S. Department of Labor’s Equitable Transition Model (ETM) Demonstration Grant Program. The program is designed to help participants successfully transition into competitive jobs, earn higher wages, and build long-term economic independence. | 1 | 2026-06-30T06:29:10Z | 2026-06-30T06:30:42Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-leads-congressional-action-new-world-screwworm-cases-threaten-kansas | Davids Leads Congressional Action as New World Screwworm Cases Threaten Kansas Beef Production, Prices | 2026-06-25 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Image June 25, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03), along with Representatives Jim Costa (CA-21) and Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), led 21 New Democrat Coalition members in demanding answers from Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins about the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) response to the emergence of New World Screwworm (NWS) and urging the Trump Administration to provide ranchers, farmers, and producers with the tools they need to contain the outbreak. “Across the livestock sector, producers and industry experts have made clear that they are prepared to work with USDA to eradicate this pest again,” the members wrote. “Right now, in the face of this serious and quickly developing situation, ranchers and farmers want real solutions, not excuses or finger pointing. It is time to take responsibility for events that occur under your leadership and move forward to work to improve the situation.” Davids and her New Dem colleagues are urging USDA to prioritize transparency, coordination, and science-based response. After years of drought, higher costs, and shrinking cattle herds, ranchers need clear federal guidance and a fast, effective plan to protect livestock and livelihoods. The last thing they need is a new parasite threatening herds and pushing beef prices even higher. During a previous U.S. House Agriculture Committee hearing, Davids questioned Secretary Rollins on the recent detection of New World Screwworm and the threat it faces everyday Kansans. Analysts estimate that even a limited NWS outbreak could cost producers approximately $732 million per year and result in $1.8 billion in total losses. The cattle industry alone represents a $15 billion sector in Kansas. You can read the full letter here, and below: Dear Secretary Rollins: On June 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed New World Screwworm (NWS) larvae in a calf in Zavala County, Texas, approximately 60 miles from the southern border. In the days since, USDA has confirmed additional ca… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-feenstra-introduce-bipartisan-bill-include-tribal-voices-federal-food | Davids, Feenstra Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Include Tribal Voices in Federal Food Programs After Shelves Went Empty | 2026-06-24 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Randy Feenstra (R-IA-04) introduced bipartisan legislation that would ensure the federal government does not make decisions about the nutrition assistance programs Tribes rely on without their input. These unilateral decisions, opposed by Tribal leaders, previously left grocery shelves empty in tribal communities across the country. “Last year’s food delivery failures made clear that Tribal Nations need a seat at the table when decisions are made about programs their communities rely on,” said Davids. “No family should have to wonder whether food will arrive on time because concerns raised by Tribal leaders were ignored. This bill helps ensure tribes are heard, strengthens accountability at USDA, and provides a clear plan to keep food flowing when supply chain disruptions occur.” “I’m pleased to help introduce this bill that would ensure those relying on food assistance programs in Tribal communities are not impacted by federal government shortcomings,” said Representative Randy Feenstra (R-IA-04). “The Increasing Tribal Input on Nutrition Act makes an important fix to strengthen USDA's response when disruptions occur and ensures they are working more closely with the communities they serve." In 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture shifted from using two vendors to a single national contractor to distribute food, which Tribal Nations and Indian Tribal Organizations warned could create serious risks for food delivery. Those concerns proved well-founded when tribal communities began experiencing delayed shipments, canceled deliveries, inventory shortages, and even expired food products. By the fall of 2024, some tribes reported bare shelves and significant food shortages, prompting USDA to acknowledge the problems and bring back a second contractor on an emergency basis. The Increasing Tribal Input on Nutrition Act would address the major failures by: Requiring USDA to include Tribal representatives in reviewing and awarding contracts under the Food Distr… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-votes-pass-bipartisan-housing-package-lower-housing-costs | Davids Votes to Pass Bipartisan Housing Package to Lower Housing Costs | 2026-06-23 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids once again voted to pass the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, major legislation aimed at lowering housing costs, expanding affordable housing supply, and strengthening renter protections. Following years of work led in part by Davids, the bill passed both the House and Senate with strong bipartisan support and now heads to President Trump’s desk. “Rising housing costs are hitting families across Kansas, and people are tired of feeling like homeownership or affordable rent is moving further out of reach,” said Davids. “This bipartisan bill takes practical steps to build more housing, strengthen protections for renters and homeowners, and crack down on large corporate investors buying up homes. It’s the kind of commonsense work Congress should be focused on to help lower costs and create more stability for families.” Davids previously voted for the legislation when it passed the House in May. The updated version reflects years of bipartisan work to cut red tape and remove unnecessary barriers to new home construction, as well as providing needed relief to community banks. The legislation would: accelerate construction of multifamily, manufactured, and rural housing; expand access to small-dollar mortgages; prohibit large institutional investors that own more than 350 single-family homes from purchasing additional single-family houses; strengthen protections for families living in federally assisted housing; establish a renter complaint hotline and public resource center to help resolve disputes with large institutional investor landlords; and support community banks, credit unions, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs), and rural lenders that help finance housing projects and mortgages. Across Kansas, there is a shortage of rental homes that are affordable and available to low-income households, causing many families to spend more than half of their monthly income on housing. It’s estimated that in 2021… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-davids-bipartisan-bill-boost-native-american-entrepreneurs-passes-us | PASSED: Davids’ Bipartisan Bill to Boost Native American Entrepreneurs Passes U.S. House | 2026-06-23 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, the U.S. House unanimously passed Representative Sharice Davids’ (D-KS-03) bipartisan Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act, legislation to strengthen the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of Native American Affairs (ONAA) and expand support for Native entrepreneurs. Davids, an enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin, is one of the first two Native American women elected to Congress. To introduce this legislation, she was joined by Representatives Eli Crane (R-AZ-02), Jake Ellzey (R-TX-06), and Kelly Morrison (D-MN-03). "Native entrepreneurs are creating jobs, strengthening local economies, and building opportunities in their communities, but too often they face barriers that make it harder to succeed," said Davids. "This bipartisan bill ensures Native business owners have a permanent advocate within the Small Business Administration and better access to the tools they need to grow. I'm proud to see it pass the House, and I'll keep working to get it signed into law." WATCH: Davids speaks on the House floor about the importance of supporting Native entrepreneurs Currently, the ONAA has a valuable but limited mission: to support Native American entrepreneurs, conduct outreach with tribal communities, and connect Native business owners with SBA resources. However, because the current SBA budget does not include explicit funding for the ONAA, the office can only support a small staff and can be unilaterally disbanded. The Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act would codify the ONAA into federal law, establishing an Assistant Administrator role to oversee its operations and report directly to SBA leadership. It would also create a better government-to-government working relationship with tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations. ONAA would also be able to expand its grant-making ability, conduct tribal consultation, utilize SBA’s entrepreneurial and contracting programs, and provide training, counseling, and technical assistance. “The Native American Entrepreneuri… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-visits-paola-restaurant-forced-raise-prices-amid-rising-food-costs | Davids Visits Paola Restaurant Forced to Raise Prices Amid Rising Food Costs | 2026-06-18 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | PAOLA, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited We B Smokin', a restaurant in Paola, where owners recently raised menu prices after sharp increases in the cost of beef and other food products. During the visit, Davids heard directly from the small business owners about the challenges rising costs are creating for restaurants and consumers alike. “Small businesses are doing everything they can to keep prices down, but they're getting hit by rising costs that are making it harder to stay afloat,” said Davids. “When the cost of basic ingredients keeps going up, local restaurants are often left with impossible choices. I'll keep fighting to bring costs down and pushing back against reckless policies that are making it harder for Kansas families and small businesses to get ahead.” “We did everything we could to avoid raising prices, but the cost of beef jumped so much that we had no choice,” said Gloria Bright, owner, We B Smokin’. “We raised some menu prices by 25 percent, and even then, we're still not fully covering our costs. Other meats are getting more expensive too, and if these increases continue, we'll have to raise prices across the board. We kept hoping prices would stabilize, but so far they've only continued to climb.” We B Smokin' recently increased menu prices after the cost of beef rose from $6.70 per pound to $8.88 per pound. According to the owners, profit margins on some beef items had already been reduced to zero in an effort to avoid raising prices for customers. However, continued increases in food costs ultimately forced the restaurant to raise prices by approximately 25 percent. Even after the increase, some menu items are still not covering their full costs. The owners also noted that the prices of other proteins — including turkey, pork, chicken, and ham — have continued to increase. They warned that if current trends continue, additional menu price increases may become necessary. Earlier this year, Davids called on the Trump Administration to reverse a policy that would signifi… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/part-her-america-250-week-davids-visits-john-brown-park-highlights-federal | As Part of Her America 250 Week, Davids Visits John Brown Park, Highlights Federal Investments in Kansas History | 2026-06-18 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OSAWATOMIE, KS — Today, as part of her America 250 Week, Representative Sharice Davids visited John Brown Park in Osawatomie to highlight federal funding she secured to refurbish the site and her ongoing efforts to strengthen Kansas’ history amid cuts from the current administration. “America 250 is about recognizing the places and stories that shaped our country, and Kansas has played a central role in that history,” said Davids. “John Brown Park is tied to the struggle over slavery and civil rights, and it deserves investment and care so future generations of Kansans and tourists can learn from it. I’m proud to have secured federal investments to help restore and improve this space, and I’ll keep fighting to protect Kansas history and the communities that preserve it.” During the visit, Davids toured John Brown Park, a historic site located in Osawatomie that sits on the grounds of the Battle of Osawatomie and serves as a key cultural and recreational destination for the community. She highlighted $3.81 million she secured for infrastructure refurbishment at the park, including improvements to aging streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and sewer systems, as well as enhancements to public engagement and historical storytelling spaces. Part of the funding was a joint request with U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS). Davids also highlighted her work to protect and restore funding for the Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area, which spans eastern Kansas and western Missouri and preserves sites tied to the Civil War era and the struggle over slavery and freedom in the region. Last year, Davids and Representative Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO-05) successfully pushed for the release of delayed federal funding for the Heritage Area after concerns that withheld funds were disrupting staffing, preservation work, and educational programming. In 2023, Representative Davids, alongside Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Roger Marshall (R-KS), urged the National Park Service (NPS) to assess the feasibility of designating John Brown P… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-schmidt-introduce-bipartisan-bill-protect-local-usda-field-offices-amid | Davids, Schmidt Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Local USDA Field Offices Amid Staff Cuts | 2026-06-17 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Tomorrow, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Derek Schmidt (R-KS-02) will introduce bipartisan legislation in response to significant United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) staffing reductions in Kansas and across the country. It would ensure farmers, ranchers, and rural communities maintain reliable access to local USDA services. “Farmers and rural communities shouldn’t have to worry about whether the USDA office they depend on will still be there or properly staffed when they need help,” said Davids. “Kansas has already lost more than 500 USDA employees since last year, and when offices are understaffed or disappearing, it makes it harder for rural communities to access basic services they’ve earned and deliver food more cheaply. Rep. Schmidt and I agree that all Kansas communities deserve dependable access to farm support.” "Farmers, ranchers, and rural communities depend on local USDA offices to access the programs and services they need," said Congressman Derek Schmidt (R-KS-02). "Whether it's disaster assistance, conservation programs, farm loans, or technical support, Kansans deserve reliable, in-person access to USDA resources. Yet many small offices are staffed by only one or two people, which means a reduction in staffing can leave the office unable to function. Our bipartisan bill helps ensure USDA remains accessible to the people it serves and that rural communities are not left behind." “County-level USDA staffing shortages have impeded program implementation for multiple administrations,” said Donn Teske, President, Kansas Farmers Union. “Cuts to the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and other USDA agencies have been detrimental to rural America and to the agencies' ability to fulfill their mission. Kansas Farmers Union opposes county office downsizing, consolidation, relocation, and/or closures. We call on USDA to increase funding, hiring, training, and pay for its staff so they can continue to provide quality service to the agriculture co… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/part-her-america-250-week-davids-hosts-bison-restoration-conversation | As Part of Her America 250 Week, Davids Hosts Bison Restoration Conversation on Significance of America’s National Mammal | 2026-06-17 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | SHAWNEE, KS — Today, as part of her America 250 Week, Representative Sharice Davids hosted a roundtable discussion with state and conservation leaders focused on bison herd restoration efforts and the cultural and historical significance of the American bison, the national mammal of the United States. “Bison are deeply tied to the history of the Great Plains, to Kansas itself, and to many Tribal Nations whose cultures and lifeways have long been connected to them,” said Davids. “Their recovery is one of the most important conservation success stories in our country, but it only happened because of sustained collaboration and commitment. As we reflect on America 250, it’s also a reminder that we have a responsibility to keep protecting and restoring what makes this place unique.” During the roundtable, participants discussed ongoing bison conservation and herd restoration efforts across Kansas and the broader Great Plains, including habitat management, land stewardship, and long-term strategies to support both wild and managed bison populations. The American bison was officially designated the national mammal of the United States in 2016 through the National Bison Legacy Act, signed by President Barack Obama. Once driven to near extinction in the late 19th century, when populations fell to approximately 541 animals by 1889 due to overhunting and habitat loss, bison have since recovered to an estimated population of more than 500,000 as of 2026. However, only approximately 5 percent exist in wild herds, underscoring the continued importance of conservation and habitat preservation efforts. “Bison are an iconic and integral part of North American grasslands,” said John Blair, Director, Konza Prairie Biological Station. “They also are a keystone species, altering prairie ecosystems in ways that allow other species to thrive. Our research at the Konza Prairie Biological Station is providing new insights into the ecological role of bison in Kansas prairies, where their presence increases biodiversity and enhances r… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/part-america-250-week-davids-visits-kansas-city-va-highlights-impact-pact-act | As Part of America 250 Week, Davids Visits Kansas City VA, Highlights Impact of PACT Act on Veterans’ Care | 2026-06-15 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, as part of America 250 Week, Representative Sharice Davids toured the Kansas City VA Medical Center to highlight the impact of the bipartisan PACT Act on veterans’ healthcare access, exposure screenings, and benefits delivery. “America 250 is about recognizing the people and service that have shaped our country; and that all must begin with our veterans,” said Davids. “The bipartisan PACT Act is making a real difference in Kansas, helping more veterans get screened, treated, and connected to the benefits they earned after toxic exposure while deployed. I’ll keep working to make sure we deliver on that promise.” “The PACT Act is a major victory for veterans, finally recognizing conditions like allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis as presumptive tied to toxic exposure,” said Rick McKenna, KS VFW Junior Vice Commander and Air Force veteran. “I’m grateful for leaders like Representative Sharice Davids, who voted to pass this historic law and ensure veterans receive the care and benefits we earned. This legislation is already making a real difference for veterans like me.” During her visit, Davids met with Ryan Locascio, Assistant Director of the Kansas City VA, and Rick McKenna, KS VFW Junior Vice Commander and Air Force veteran, to discuss implementation of the PACT Act and ongoing outreach efforts to veterans across the region. The PACT Act has provided approximately $40 million in funding to the Kansas City VA to expand care and outreach. At the facility, 76 percent of enrolled veterans have been screened for exposure — above the national average of 72 percent — and among more than 45,000 veterans screened, 48 percent have reported at least one exposure concern, consistent with national trends. The Kansas City VA has also expanded its capacity with two environmental health clinicians certified in Military Environmental Medicine, increased outreach efforts in partnership with local veteran’s service organizations to improve access and awareness and began offering Military Environmental Exposure Asses… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/new-social-security-report-underscores-need-protect-earned-savings-davids-says | New Social Security Report Underscores Need to Protect Earned Savings, Davids Says | 2026-06-11 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids highlighted findings from the newly released 2026 Social Security Trustees Report, which shows the Social Security trust fund is now projected to become insolvent in 2032. If Congress fails to act, millions of Americans could face an automatic savings cut of roughly 20 percent, costing the average senior approximately $500 per month. "Social Security is a promise that Americans earn over a lifetime of work, and it's a promise we have a responsibility to keep,” said Davids. “This new report makes clear that the cost of inaction is simply too high — millions of seniors, people with disabilities, and families could see their savings cut through no fault of their own. We should be protecting and strengthening Social Security, not making it harder for people to access their earned savings or asking them to pay the price while billionaires get another tax break." The report comes as President Trump and congressional Republicans continue pursuing policies that undermine Social Security, including the largest staffing cut in program history and office closures at the Social Security Administration. President Trump previously called the program a “scam,” and earlier this week, Speaker Mike Johnson indicated Republicans could pursue additional changes to the program if they retain their House majority next year. WATCH: Davids speaks this week on the importance of protecting Social Security Last year’s report projected that Social Security would have a modest funding shortfall in 2034. Yet, after considering President Trump’s policies during his second term, this year’s report moves the date to 2032. Congress can prevent those cuts either by increasing revenue flowing into the program or by cutting savings. Davids has made clear that she opposes cuts and supports making billionaires pay their fair share. Social Security is the foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans and provides essential benefits to families and people with disabilities. In Kansas’ Third Distric… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-votes-bipartisan-bill-prevent-federal-fraud | Davids Votes for Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Federal Fraud | 2026-06-10 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Representative Sharice Davids voted to pass bipartisan legislation that strengthens oversight of federal programs by preventing individuals convicted of defrauding the federal government from continuing to receive taxpayer-funded contracts, grants, loans, and other federal assistance. The bill passed the House with bipartisan support. "Taxpayer dollars should be protected, and people who commit fraud against the federal government should be held accountable," said Davids. "This bipartisan bill takes a commonsense approach to addressing documented cases of fraud while helping ensure federal resources are available for the families, businesses, and communities they are meant to serve." The Federal Program Integrity and Fraud Prevention Act would establish an automatic three-year ban on individuals convicted of certain federal fraud and theft offenses tied to federal programs, helping ensure taxpayer dollars are protected and directed to those who need them most. The legislation was developed in consultation with inspectors general and is designed to streamline the process of preventing convicted fraudsters from receiving additional federal funding. According to the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, more than 95 percent of individuals convicted of pandemic-related federal program fraud were not suspended or debarred from doing business with the federal government. | 1 | 2026-06-26T06:29:35Z | 2026-06-26T06:31:46Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-statement-after-voting-against-partisan-budget-fails-lower-costs | Davids Statement After Voting Against Partisan Budget That Fails to Lower Costs for Families | 2026-06-09 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids released the following statement after voting against a partisan budget bill that uses taxpayer dollars for controversial immigration enforcement instead of lowering costs for hardworking families. “Kansans are struggling to afford gas, groceries, and rent. Instead of focusing on lowering those costs, Republicans in Congress are once again putting their party’s leaders over hardworking families. “Yes, our immigration system is broken. But we don’t fix it with partisan bills that lack oversight. We fix it by coming together on bipartisan solutions that secure the border, address the fentanyl crisis, and treat families and children with dignity and due process. “This is exactly why so many Kansans feel like Washington isn’t working for them — because what they see as Congress’ priorities don’t match their own. As always, I’m ready to work with anyone, Republican or Democrat, on real solutions that bring down costs for Kansas families. It’s not always easy, but it’s always possible.” Background Today’s bill comes from a budget process known as reconciliation, which allows certain legislation to move through Congress on a simple majority vote and is often used for partisan priorities instead of bipartisan compromise. Congressional Republicans could have used this bill to lower costs for families — the number one issue facing Americans right now — block the proposed "Anti-Weaponization Fund" for the president’s political allies and January 6 defendants, and prevent taxpayer dollars from being spent on ballrooms. Instead, they used it to advance partisan immigration priorities. | 1 | 2026-06-25T06:30:03Z | 2026-06-25T06:31:21Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-celebrates-start-fifa-world-cup-highlights-kansas-citys-global-stage | Davids Celebrates Start of FIFA World Cup, Highlights Kansas City's Global Stage | 2026-06-08 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids marked the start of the FIFA World Cup with remarks on the U.S. House floor, celebrating Kansas City's role as one of the tournament's host cities. Beginning this week, Kansas City will host six matches and serve as the home base for four national teams during the FIFA World Cup. Davids is the founder and co-chair of the Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus. The World Cup is expected to deliver significant economic benefits to Kansas City and communities across the country. With thousands of visitors expected to travel to the region, Kansas City could see approximately $650 million in economic activity. Nationwide, the tournament is projected to generate 185,000 full-time jobs, $30.5 billion in gross output, and $17.2 billion in GDP. For years, Davids has helped lead federal efforts to ensure host cities, including Kansas City, have the resources needed to successfully prepare for the tournament. Through her leadership, Congress secured more than $625 million for safety and security efforts and $100 million for transit operations to support host cities across the country. Davids has also convened multiple community conversations across the Kansas City region, bringing together federal, state, and local partners to coordinate preparations on public safety, transportation, healthcare, small business support, and other key priorities ahead of the tournament. Read Davids’ full speech below: Mr. Speaker, later this week, the FIFA World Cup will kick off here in the United States, and I couldn't be more excited for Kansas City to welcome the world. As the founder of the Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus, I've had the opportunity to see firsthand just how much work has gone into preparing for this moment. And today, I want to thank everyone who helped make it possible. From local leaders and small businesses to first responders, transit workers, volunteers, and organizers, countless people have spent years preparing for these next five weeks. The… | 1 | 2026-06-24T06:25:30Z | 2026-06-24T06:26:49Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-presses-usda-secretary-rollins-rising-costs-facing-kansas-farmers-flesh | Davids Presses USDA Secretary Rollins on Rising Costs Facing Kansas Farmers, Flesh-Eating Parasite Detected in United States | 2026-06-04 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, during a U.S. House Agriculture Committee hearing, Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) questioned U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins on the recent detection of New World Screwworm in the United States, as well as rising costs and staffing cuts affecting the Department’s ability to respond to agricultural threats. “I continue to hear from Kansas farmers and ranchers who feel like they are getting hit from every single direction,” said Davids. “When farmers are hurting, it doesn't stay on the farm. It affects food prices, local businesses, and the entire country and our rural communities. And that's exactly why farmers need a Department of Agriculture that they can count on. Instead, we have seen significant staffing cuts across the board.” WATCH: Davids speaks with USDA Secretary Rollins during today’s hearing The USDA confirmed yesterday that New World Screwworm larvae were detected in a three-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas — the first confirmed case in the United States in decades. The New World Screwworm is a flesh-eating parasite that can devastate livestock herds, threaten ranchers' livelihoods, and drive up grocery prices. Federal and state officials have established surveillance zones and initiated eradication measures, including increased deployment of sterile flies designed to stop reproduction of the pest. The parasite’s northward spread from Mexico has raised concern among agriculture experts due to its potential to rapidly damage cattle herds and other livestock. Analysts estimate that even a limited outbreak could cost producers approximately $732 million per year and result in $1.8 billion in total losses. The cattle industry alone represents a $15 billion sector in Kansas. “Yesterday, when confirming the New World Screwworm case in Texas, I have to say I was struck by your use of the phrase ‘as expected’ in the USDA post on X,” Davids told Secretary Rollins. “I know there were projections on timing, … but from talking to Kansans, … | 1 | 2026-06-24T06:25:30Z | 2026-06-24T06:26:49Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-davids-talks-rising-costs-healthcare-voting-access-support-kansas | ICYMI: Davids Talks Rising Costs, Healthcare, Voting Access, Support for Kansas Families on Up To Date | 2026-06-04 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Yesterday, U.S. Representative Sharice Davids joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss the issues she’s hearing most from Kansans: the rising cost of living and the need to focus on practical solutions rather than chaotic policies. During the interview, Davids highlighted her work to lower costs for families, protect healthcare access, support Kansas agriculture, and ensure Kansans can make their voices heard at the ballot box. She also raised concerns about the impacts of Medicaid cuts, rural hospital closures, rising prices driven by tariffs, and the lack of a clear strategy in the escalating conflict with Iran. Listen to Davids’ full interview HERE or read excerpts below: On Johnson County Early Voting Site Closures “Voting should be simple and accessible… There was one piece of the decision that I was glad to see, which is new locations in De Soto and Spring Hill, but closing early voting sites in busy parts of the county is going to make it harder for folks to participate… If voting location changes are going to happen, that's something that needs to be done out in the open with clear data, with community input. And that is not what it looks like happened here. And that's a huge concern.” On Lowering Healthcare Costs “Healthcare is one of the biggest pressures on families… I was so proud to be able to support and push for allowing Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices… [and to cap] the cost of insulin at $35 for our seniors, putting real money back in people's pockets… The ACA tax credits are one of the key pieces of helping Kansans afford coverage because after they expired, we saw a lot of premiums spike immediately.” On Medicaid Cuts “Right now, unfortunately, what we're trying to do is stop all these cuts from taking place in Medicaid… Tons of people are getting ripped off of their healthcare. So, what I propose and what I am fighting for is that instead of trying to score political points by talking about ripping away healthcare from people, that we actually try to figure out how to make sur… | 1 | 2026-06-24T06:25:30Z | 2026-06-24T06:26:49Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-bonamici-markey-pocan-introduce-legislation-care-rural-lgbtqi-seniors | Davids, Bonamici, Markey, Pocan Introduce Legislation to Care for Rural LGBTQI+ Seniors | 2026-06-03 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Mark Pocan (D-WI), and Senator Markey (D-MA) introduced legislation to offer LGBTQI+ specific services for older LGBTQI+ Americans and individuals living with HIV in rural communities. LGBTQI+ older adults in rural communities often face greater barriers to receiving the support and resources they need because of geography, costs, insufficient broadband infrastructure, and lack of specialized providers. Stigma can also deter members of the LGBTQI+ community and people living with HIV from seeking help. The Elder Pride Act would update the Older Americans Act (OAA) and provide funding to help rural Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) serve LGBTQI+ individuals and those living with HIV. "Many of our LGBTQI+ elders fought tirelessly for equality in a world that refused to accept their identity," said Congresswoman Sharice Davids, Co-Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus. "While they overcame tremendous odds to give future generations the rights they deserve, our elders, particularly those in rural communities, continue to face discrimination when accessing long-term care and healthcare. I am proud to support the Elder Pride Act because who you are and who you love should never increase your risk for isolation, poverty, and poor health outcomes as you age." “It’s unacceptable that many elder Americans are unable to access the care they need simply because of who they love and where they live,” said Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici. “I’m grateful to lead the Elder Pride Act with Representatives Pocan and Davids to help provide LGBTQI+ seniors and those who live with HIV in rural areas with the care they need to age with dignity.” “LGBTQ+ older Americans deserve the protections their neighbors are afforded. After decades of exclusion from and discrimination in health care settings, workplaces, and local communities, queer and trans elders should be able to age with dignity, grace, and surrounded by community. The Elder Pride Act will help… | 1 | 2026-06-23T06:27:52Z | 2026-06-23T06:29:20Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-d-fitzpatrick-r-seek-answers-delays-nih-research-funding | Davids (D), Fitzpatrick (R) Seek Answers on Delays in NIH Research Funding | 2026-06-03 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), and 37 others questioned Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about staffing shortages at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that are slowing the distribution of congressionally approved research funding. “These delays are not abstract,” wrote the Members. “They affect research into cancer treatments, Alzheimer’s and dementia, diabetes, and rare diseases that families across the country are living with every day. When grants stall, so does progress toward new therapies and potential cures.” Every dollar of NIH funding adds more than $2.50 to the economy, and annually, NIH awards support 400,000 jobs and $94 billion of economic activity. Yet this year, NIH awarded just 3,081 new grants between January 1 and May 10, roughly half the average number awarded during the same period over the previous five years. The impact is felt in Kansas. University of Kansas Chancellor Douglas Girod recently warned that federally funded research dollars are not reaching universities at their normal pace, reporting that the University of Kansas has experienced a decline of $182 million in research funding three quarters into Fiscal Year 2026. In their letter, Davids and Fitzpatrick asked HHS to provide information about current staffing shortages at NIH, plans to hire additional grants management specialists, whether the agency expects to fully distribute congressionally appropriated funding this fiscal year, and how NIH is communicating with grant recipients about funding timelines. A full copy of Davids’ letter can be found here or below: Dear Secretary Kennedy, We write to express concern about continued staffing challenges at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the impact on the pace and reliability of lifesaving health research. As you know, the NIH is the global gold standard of medical research. It’s robust budget funds efforts at institutions nationwide, leading to some o… | 1 | 2026-06-23T06:27:52Z | 2026-06-23T06:29:20Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-responds-changes-johnson-county-early-voting-locations | Davids Responds to Changes in Johnson County Early Voting Locations | 2026-06-02 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, following reports that the Johnson County Election Office is eliminating eight early voting sites ahead of the August primary, Davids released the following statement. “Every eligible voter should be able to cast their ballot easily and confidently, but while families are already facing high gas prices, they’re now being asked to travel farther just to participate in one of the most basic parts of our democracy. These eliminated sites serve dense communities currently represented by both Republicans and Democrats. It’s not about one political party; it’s about ensuring every Kansan can make their voice heard. “I’m always open to thoughtful conversations about aligning voting access with population growth, like in De Soto and Spring Hill, but those discussions should be transparent, data-driven, and open to the public. Instead, these changes appear to have moved quickly, with limited community input and without clear data shared publicly. Bottom line: we should be making it easier, not harder, to vote.” Background: | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-17-local-students-receive-us-service-academy-appointments | Davids Announces 17 Local Students Receive U.S. Service Academy Appointments | 2026-05-30 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OVERLAND PARK, KS – Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids announced that 17 students from Kansas’ Third District have successfully received their appointments to U.S. Service Academies following her nomination. At her annual send-off event in Overland Park, Davids presented each student with a certificate acknowledging their incredible achievement. “As the daughter of an Army veteran, I know the strength and sacrifice it takes to serve,” said Davids. “It’s an incredible honor to nominate these hardworking young Kansans to our nation’s Service Academies. Their dedication and drive represent the best of our community, and I have no doubt they’ll make us proud as the next generation of military leaders.” Davids’ nonpartisan Academy Panelist Board conducted personal interviews with each applicant, in addition to reviewing written applications, letters of recommendation, and GPAs. Davids then nominated the students based on the board’s recommendations. This year’s board included: Eries L.G. Mentzer, Colonel, United States Air Force (Retired) Mike Souder, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army (Retired) Steve Wallace, Lieutenant Colonel, Infantry, U.S. Army (Retired) After receiving a nomination from Davids, these 17 applicants successfully met the individual admission requirements for their respective academies, which made the final decisions on admission appointments. They include: United States Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, CO Cora Dow – Bonner Springs High School Kambree Duker – Saint James Academy James Dykes – De Soto High School Ryan Kwan – Blue Valley Northwest High School Neely Leathers – Olathe West High School Alex Roberts – Blue Valley Southwest High School United States Military Academy at West Point, NY Thomas Deppe – Rockhurst High School Vance Provost – Olathe North High School Malia Reeder – Blue Valley North High School United States Military Academy Preparatory School at West Point, NY Jason Brendel – Blue Valley High School United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD Kaden A… | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-davids-warns-us-risks-falling-behind-china-without-long-term | ICYMI: Davids Warns U.S. Risks Falling Behind China Without Long-Term Infrastructure Investment | 2026-05-28 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids published an opinion piece in the Washington Examiner highlighting the importance of long-term infrastructure investment to strengthen America’s competitiveness against China, support economic growth, and keep Kansas moving forward. The piece comes after Davids voted last week in the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to advance a bipartisan, five-year surface transportation reauthorization bill investing in roads, bridges, transit, rail, and transportation safety programs. While the legislation does not include every Davids-supported provision, it would create good-paying jobs, strengthen supply chains, and improve the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. Read the full piece in the Washington Examiner or below: When most people think about infrastructure, they picture orange cones, traffic jams, and potholes. Trust me — I get frustrated by them, too. But as someone who proudly considers herself an infrastructure nerd, I also see something bigger: whether America is serious about competing for the future. That’s especially true in Kansas. Our state sits at the crossroads of the American economy. The roads, railways, bridges, broadband networks, and energy systems that run through Kansas help move crops to market, keep supply chains running, power manufacturers, and connect rural communities to opportunity. When those systems fail, the consequences ripple far beyond our state lines. That’s why, since coming to Congress, I’ve made infrastructure one of my top priorities as a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. I went to the White House to help negotiate the bipartisan infrastructure law, and I worked alongside colleagues from both parties to help write and pass it because I believed then — and still believe now — that America cannot afford to fall behind. Make no mistake: we are in a global competition. China is investing aggressively in transportation, logistics, ports, manufacturing capacity, and energy i… | 1 | 2026-06-16T06:53:21Z | 2026-06-16T06:55:02Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-hears-kansans-rising-costs-facing-families | Davids Hears from Kansans on Rising Costs Facing Families | 2026-05-27 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OVERLAND PARK, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids hosted a listening session with Kansans from across the Third District focused on the rising cost of living and the financial pressures families continue to face from higher prices on groceries, healthcare, housing, fuel, and utilities. Davids emphasized the need for practical, bipartisan solutions that lower costs for hardworking families instead of policies that reward billionaires and large corporations at everyone else’s expense. “Kansans are working hard, doing everything right, and still getting hurt by rising costs,” said Davids. “Families should not be paying more at the grocery store, more at the gas pump, and more for healthcare while billionaires and massive corporations keep getting tax breaks and special treatment. I wanted to hear directly from Kansans about what they’re experiencing so we can keep pushing for practical, bipartisan solutions that actually lower costs for everyday folks.” The discussion comes as many Kansas households continue reporting financial pressure due to rising inflation and reckless policy decisions in Washington that only favor billionaires. The average family is paying more than $2,500 extra this year due to tariffs and is expected to spend about $740 more on gas. In the past year, residential electricity prices have risen by 13 percent nationally, and families have paid more than $300 more for groceries. Davids discussed her work to lower costs for Kansans, including efforts to cap insulin at $35 for seniors, lower prescription drug prices through Medicare negotiation, expand affordable housing supply, strengthen Kansas agriculture and local food systems, support year-round E15 fuel access to lower prices at the pump, and extend Affordable Care Act tax credits that help families afford health coverage. She also highlighted her opposition to reckless tariffs and extreme Medicaid cuts that are closing rural hospitals and increasing healthcare costs for Kansas families. Each participant previously wrote to Davids’ … | 1 | 2026-06-12T06:37:16Z | 2026-06-12T06:39:00Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-major-federal-investment-build-new-air-traffic-control-tower | Davids Announces Major Federal Investment to Build New Air Traffic Control Tower at Olathe AirCenter | 2026-05-26 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) announced she secured a $2.6 million Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant to help build a new air traffic control tower at Olathe’s New Century AirCenter to improve safety and operations at one of the region’s key aviation hubs. “New Century AirCenter plays a vital role in supporting jobs, commerce, and connectivity across our region,” said Davids. “This investment, which I voted for, will help ensure pilots, workers, and passengers are operating in a safer, more modern facility that can meet the demands of continued growth in Johnson County and the Kansas City metro area.” New Century AirCenter is a critical hub for business aviation, freight activity, and regional economic development in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The new air traffic control tower will modernize operations at the airport by improving air traffic coordination, enhancing safety for pilots and airport personnel, and increasing the facility’s capacity to manage growing aviation demand. The project is part of a broader effort to ensure the airport can safely and efficiently support continued economic growth across Johnson County and the surrounding region. “This award represents a major milestone for Johnson County and underscores the critical role New Century AirCenter plays in supporting regional aviation and economic development,” said Bryan Johnson, Executive Director, Johnson County Airport Commission. “The investment reflects strong federal confidence in the airport’s continued growth and its importance as a transportation and business hub for the region.” Davids has long supported investments in New Century AirCenter and regional transportation infrastructure. She previously visited the AirCenter to share her priorities for the FAA reauthorization discussions. She also announced federal grants for structural and safety improvements to multiple runways that have experienced deterioration in recent years. With more than 96,000 operations each year, roughly 120 aircraft, and a 7,… | 1 | 2026-06-11T06:38:38Z | 2026-06-11T06:41:07Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-renews-calls-answers-after-25-missed-weather-balloon-launches-kansas | Davids Renews Calls for Answers After 25 Missed Weather Balloon Launches in Kansas Last Month | 2026-05-22 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Thirty days after Representative Sharice Davids demanded answers from the National Weather Service (NWS) following severe tornado outbreaks in Kansas, the agency has failed to respond — even as critical weather data collection disruptions continue and seven more tornadoes touched down across the state this week. According to publicly available upper-air data records, the standard 7 a.m. weather balloon launch was missed 25 out of the last 30 days at Kansas sites responsible for collecting atmospheric data used in severe weather forecasting. “Kansans deserve confidence that the systems meant to keep them safe are fully operational during tornado season, and meteorologists deserve the reliable data they need to do their jobs. Instead, we’re seeing ongoing data collection failures and no transparency from the National Weather Service about why this keeps happening,” said Davids. “These are not abstract bureaucratic problems — they can directly impact how much time families have to get to shelter before dangerous storms hit. After seven more tornadoes touched down in Kansas this week, the administration owes the public answers and immediate action to address these reported failures before tragedy strikes.” Last month, Davids sent a letter to the NWS after tornadoes struck Kansas’ Third District and reports emerged that routine morning weather balloon launches — a critical forecasting tool used to assess atmospheric conditions before severe storms — may not have occurred ahead of the outbreak. Despite requesting a response within 30 days, Davids has received no answers from the agency. Weather balloon launches provide forecasters with real-time atmospheric measurements, including temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind conditions that help determine tornado risk and storm intensity. Missing launches can reduce forecasting accuracy and limit the data available to meteorologists during dangerous weather events. “For decades, 7 a.m. weather balloon launches have been a standard part of how meteoro… | 1 | 2026-06-10T06:36:00Z | 2026-06-10T06:37:32Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-votes-advance-key-bipartisan-transportation-bill-invest-roads-bridges | Davids Votes to Advance Key Bipartisan Transportation Bill to Invest in Roads, Bridges, Transit, Rail | 2026-05-22 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Early this morning, Representative Sharice Davids voted to advance the bipartisan BUILD America 250 Act out of the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee — a five-year surface transportation reauthorization bill investing in roads, bridges, transit, rail, and transportation safety programs. While it does not include every Davids-supported provision, it creates good-paying jobs, strengthens the economy, and improves the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. “When infrastructure works well, it shows up in everyday life — less time sitting in traffic, businesses moving products, safer trips for families, and lower costs at the end of the month,” said Davids. “This bipartisan package is about making those basic things work the way they should, while creating good-paying jobs and ensuring Kansas and the country stay competitive in a global economy. We’ll keep improving it as it moves through Congress.” The legislation builds on the bipartisan infrastructure law — which Davids was the only Kansas Member to support — by investing in projects that improve the nation’s transportation systems, support workers, and maintain Buy America protections that strengthen American jobs and manufacturing. Specifically, the legislation includes support for: repairing and replacing aging bridges and roads; improving rail and transit systems; expanding bicycle and pedestrian safety infrastructure; improving accessibility at transit stations for Kansans with disabilities; giving local governments flexibility to pursue projects tailored to their communities; reconnecting neighborhoods divided by major highways; and more. The bipartisan infrastructure law, which has been called the most fiscally responsible infrastructure bill in the last decade by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is funded through a combination of new revenues and existing savings. To date, more than $3.2 billion has been invested in Kansas through the bipartisan infrastructure law – from expanding statewide rural broadb… | 1 | 2026-06-09T06:27:37Z | 2026-06-09T06:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-cleaver-demand-answers-halted-pediatric-brain-cancer-research | Davids, Cleaver Demand Answers on Halted Pediatric Brain Cancer Research | 2026-05-21 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) have called on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to provide information into the recent decision to cease federal funding for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium (PBTC), which is the oldest pediatric cancer research network in the U.S. and consists of 15 hospitals and research centers nationwide. The PBTC oversees early-stage clinical trials and plays a critical role in the nation’s work to treat and cure pediatric brain cancer. Following an announcement last year, the administration officially ceased federal funding for the PBTC in March. “Families facing pediatric brain cancer are already dealing with the unimaginable — they should not also have to worry about whether critical research and clinical trials will disappear," said Davids. "Cutting that research threatens to stall lifesaving progress and leaves patients, families, and researchers with an incredible amount of uncertainty. Representative Cleaver and I are demanding answers and fighting to make sure this work continues so more children have a chance to survive and thrive." “Brain cancer is the deadliest type of cancer among American children,” said Representative Emanuel Cleaver. “Rather than ending federal investments into essential studies and clinical trials that could provide the pathway to better treatments and an eventual cure, we should be increasing funding for pediatric cancer research. Even in today’s polarizing political climate, curing childhood cancer should have universal support. If the administration disagrees, I think the American people deserve to know why.” “The Head for the Cure Foundation strongly supports the continued Federal funding of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium (PBTC), which plays a critical role in advancing innovative research and clinical trials for children diagnosed with brain tumors," said Maggie Haynes, Executive Director, Head for the Cure Foundation. "Pediatric brain tumors remain the leading cause of cancer-related dea… | 1 | 2026-06-05T06:35:23Z | 2026-06-05T06:36:42Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-bill-revitalize-rural-hospitals | Davids, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Revitalize Rural Hospitals | 2026-05-21 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen rural hospital infrastructure and enhance patient care. With Kansas already losing several rural hospitals over the past decade — and last year’s devastating Medicaid cuts worsening the strain — this bill would help communities keep critical care closer to home and prevent more families from being forced to travel hours for treatment. “Rural hospitals are already hanging on by a thread, and extreme Medicaid cuts are now forcing closures and leaving families with hours-long drives just to see a doctor,” said Davids. “This bipartisan bill helps keep rural hospitals open by strengthening the resources they need to provide care close to home, so people aren’t left scrambling when they need help the most.” The Rural Hospital Revitalization Act would provide interest-free loans of up to 10 years through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Community Facilities Program to support the construction and renovation of rural hospitals. The bill would allow rural hospitals to reinvest the savings from reduced debt costs into clinical care, workforce retention, and other operational needs. Medicaid is a lifeline for rural hospitals, especially in states like Kansas that haven’t expanded coverage. Recent cuts, which Davids voted against, will strip more than $78 million annually from Kansas hospitals, threatening facilities that already serve large numbers of uninsured patients. With Medicaid covering one-fifth of hospital spending, these cuts will increase uncompensated care, worsen overall public health, and could push struggling hospitals past the breaking point — reducing access, worsening outcomes, and forcing Kansans to travel hours for treatment. In introducing the bipartisan bill, Davids was joined by Representatives Jack Bergman (R-MI-01), Lauren Boebert (R-CO-04), Maxine Dexter (D-OR-03), Shomari Figures (D-AL-02), Jeff Hurd (R-CO-03), Tracey Mann (R-KS-01), Carol Miller (R-WV-01), and Jill Tokuda… | 1 | 2026-06-05T06:35:23Z | 2026-06-05T06:36:42Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-votes-advance-bipartisan-housing-package-lower-costs-expand-affordable | Davids Votes to Advance Bipartisan Housing Package to Lower Costs, Expand Affordable Housing | 2026-05-20 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids voted to pass the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, legislation aimed at expanding affordable housing supply, lowering housing costs, strengthening renter protections, and supporting community financial institutions that help Kansans access homeownership and housing development opportunities. “Rising housing costs are hitting families across Kansas, and people are tired of feeling like homeownership or affordable rent is moving further out of reach,” said Davids. “This bipartisan bill takes practical steps to build more housing, strengthen protections for renters and homeowners, and crack down on large corporate investors buying up homes. It’s the kind of commonsense work Congress should be focused on to help lower costs and create more stability for families.” The updated House package — an amended version of the Senate bill — preserves nearly 90 percent of the Senate’s approach while restoring several bipartisan housing provisions the House previously passed and that Davids supported this year. It also addresses concerns raised about the Senate version by maintaining protections against large institutional investors purchasing single-family homes, while preserving new rental housing construction and preventing forced home sales that could lead to unnecessary evictions. The legislation includes provisions to: accelerate construction of multifamily, manufactured, and rural housing; expand access to small-dollar mortgages; prohibit large institutional investors owning more than 350 single-family homes from purchasing additional single-family houses; strengthen protections for families living in federally assisted housing; establish a renter complaint hotline and public resource center for resolving renter disputes with large institutional investor landlords; and support community banks, credit unions, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs), and rural lenders that help finance housing projects and mortgag… | 1 | 2026-06-04T06:38:12Z | 2026-06-04T06:39:44Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-davids-urges-colleagues-join-bipartisan-movement-lower-gas-prices | WATCH: Davids Urges Colleagues to Join Bipartisan Movement to Lower Gas Prices, Support Farmers | 2026-05-13 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, on the House floor, Representative Sharice Davids urged her colleagues to support year-round sales of E15 to help lower gas prices and strengthen American agriculture. E15 is a lower-cost fuel made from domestically grown crops that can help reduce what families pay at the pump, support Kansas farmers with a more stable market, and strengthen U.S. energy security by reducing reliance on foreign oil. WATCH: Davids urges the passage of year-round E15 during a speech on the U.S. House floor Earlier this year, House leadership failed to pass a Davids-supported bipartisan effort to allow year-round sales of E15. In its place, they created a federal task force to study the issue, which many farm groups and biofuel advocates found inadequate. Davids agreed and continues to push for year-round sales, which would be accomplished through this bill expected to be included in the Farm Bill. Rising fuel costs underscore the urgency of expanding access to lower-cost alternatives like E15. Since the outbreak of the Iran conflict, global oil prices have surged sharply, exceeding $100 per barrel. U.S. gasoline prices have followed, jumping from under $3.00 per gallon before the conflict to mor than $4.00 in recent weeks, with analysts warning prices could climb even higher if instability continues. Previously, Davids has taken multiple actions to lower gas prices for Kansans by: Securing an emergency waiver to allow the sale of E15 during the past four summers and 2026. Voting for the Year-Round Fuel Choice Act, which allows retailers the ability to sell higher ethanol-blended fuels year-round. Visiting East Kansas Agri-Energy (EKAE), a Garnett-based renewable ethanol producer, as part of her Farm Bill listening tour. EKAE has around 40 full-time employees and relies heavily on Kansas corn producers to supply the crops needed to make the biofuel. Helping to pass legislation that promotes sustainable aviation fuel, a liquid fuel that achieves significant emissions reductions compared to fossil-based jet fuel. Supp… | 1 | 2026-06-03T06:40:39Z | 2026-06-03T06:42:22Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-bacon-leger-fernandez-lujan-lead-bipartisan-bill-prevent-wrongful | Davids, Bacon, Leger Fernández, Luján Lead Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Wrongful Detention of Native Americans During ICE Enforcement | 2026-05-12 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03), Don Bacon (R-NE-02), and Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM-03) and Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) introduced the bipartisanRespect Tribal IDs Act to improve how Department of Homeland Security (DHS) personnel recognize and interact with tribal identification documents during immigration enforcement. The legislation comes amid growing reports of Native Americans being questioned, delayed, or detained after federal officers failed to recognize valid tribal IDs and documentation as proof of citizenship. “Tribal sovereignty is a legal and constitutional recognition of Tribal Nations and their citizens, and the federal government has a responsibility to respect that,” said Davids. “But lately, we’ve seen troubling reports of Native Americans being questioned or detained because federal officers lacked the training needed to recognize tribal documentation or understand Tribal Nation citizenship. This bipartisan bill is about preventing those failures, improving training and accountability, and making sure all people are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.” The Respect Tribal IDs Act would require DHS, in coordination with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal Nations, to develop standardized training for officers and employees involved in immigration enforcement. The training would include how to identify tribal documents, when tribal IDs qualify as proof of U.S. citizenship, proper protocols for interacting with enrolled tribal members, and the federal government’s trust responsibility to Tribal Nations. The bill also requires DHS to create region-specific guidance and reference materials for officers, including examples of tribal IDs used by federally recognized tribes in areas where agents operate. Officers would be required to complete the training annually and whenever they are reassigned to a new region. “The Respect Tribal IDs Act is a commonsense bill to ensure DHS personnel are properly trained to recognize Tribal IDs and work respectfully with Tri… | 1 | 2026-05-31T06:34:19Z | 2026-05-31T06:35:58Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-celebrates-major-expansion-aviation-communication-systems-manufacturing | Davids Celebrates Major Expansion of Aviation Communication Systems Manufacturing in Kansas, Supporting 200 Jobs | 2026-05-08 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OLATHE, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids participated in a “Sharice’s Shift” at Indra Group USA’s new manufacturing hub in Olathe, where she helped assemble one of their first NextComm radios, communication systems used between pilots and air traffic controllers. She was joined by Kansas Deputy Secretary of Business Development Joshua Jefferson as they highlighted the company’s expanded investment in Kansas manufacturing, innovation, and workforce. “Kansas has always been a leader in aerospace and advanced manufacturing, and that legacy comes with real responsibility,” said Davids. “After the recent plane collision that took Kansans’ lives, it’s impossible to ignore what happens when communication systems fail in the air. Pilots and controllers need tools they can rely on every second to keep people safe while in the sky. I’m immensely proud to see those systems being built right here in Kansas, creating good-paying jobs while making aviation safer where it matters most.” Indra Group USA’s new 118,000-square-foot facility at the Great Plains Commerce Center represents a $50 million investment in Kansas for advanced manufacturing of aviation communication, navigation, and surveillance systems. The expansion is expected to create more than 200 high-quality jobs over the next three years, tripling the company’s local workforce and complementing its existing 40,000-square-foot facility in Overland Park. The Olathe hub will produce next-generation air traffic surveillance radars for the Federal Aviation Administration, along with more than 20,000 NextComm radios and portable Tactical Air Navigation (MP-TACAN) systems for the U.S. Air Force, supporting both aviation safety and national security. The NextComm radios enable clear, secure communication between pilots and air traffic controllers to help guide aircraft safely in the air and on the ground. In January 2025, Flight 5342 departed Wichita, KS, bound for Washington, D.C. As the flight approached its destination, it collided midair with a military tra… | 1 | 2026-05-29T06:31:28Z | 2026-05-29T06:32:48Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-funding-improve-healthcare-access-kansas-third-district | Davids Announces Funding to Improve Healthcare Access in Kansas’ Third District | 2026-05-06 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $2.6 million to Health Partnership Clinic to expand access to primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services in the greater Kansas City area. The clinic, whose leaders warned about the impact of recent Medicaid cuts, will use the grant to keep locations staffed, sustain patient services, and maintain affordable care for underserved families in Kansas’ Third District. “Everyone should have access to quality and affordable healthcare, but many Kansans struggle to get the care they need due to skyrocketing costs, especially after last year’s extreme cuts to Medicaid ripped healthcare away from thousands of Kansans,” said Davids. “Health centers like this play a vital role in providing healthcare services to Kansans, no matter their income level or background. I’ll continue supporting all health centers in our community and working not just to protect, but also expand Medicaid to make healthcare more affordable for Kansas families.” “We are grateful for the continuation of our funding,” said Amy Falk, CEO, Health Partnership Clinic. “This is instrumental in allowing us to continue our mission of providing access to quality care to the over 11,000 individuals we care for in Johnson, Miami, and Franklin counties.” In 2024, Davids visited Health Partnership Clinic with Kansas Governor Laura Kelly to urge Medicaid expansion in Kansas. Last year, the clinic’s leadership also warned of the partisan Medicaid cuts, saying “these are not easy decisions.” That law, which includes the largest cuts to Medicaid in American history, will strip coverage from 92,937 Kansans, put six rural hospitals across Kansas at risk of closure, restrict reproductive health care, and increase Affordable Care Act premiums by $708 per year for Third District families. Since coming to Congress, Davids has worked to make healthcare more affordable and accessible to all Kansans. She helped pass legislation that, for the… | 1 | 2026-05-28T06:29:45Z | 2026-05-28T06:31:18Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-winners-2026-congressional-art-competition | Davids Announces Winners of 2026 Congressional Art Competition | 2026-05-04 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced the winner and runner-up of her 2026 Congressional Art Competition, which showcases the creativity and talent of high school students across Kansas’ Third District. The winning piece will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year, while the runner-up will be featured in Rep. Davids’ Overland Park district office. This year’s winner is Olivia Wang, an 11th grader at Blue Valley High School, for her piece titled “NOT a Collage: My Pieces.” Olivia was also the winner of last year’s competition. The runner-up is Sawyer Peralta, an 11th grader at Shawnee Mission South, for “The Coin Toss.” “Each year, I’m blown away by the creativity, talent, and perspective of students across our community,” said Davids. “This competition is a reminder that our young people have powerful stories to tell, and it’s an honor to help elevate their work. Congratulations to Olivia and Sawyer, and thank you to every student who participated this year.” WATCH: Davids congratulates this year’s winners Olivia’s winning artwork is a colored pencil drawing of a girl composed of multiple torn paper-like pieces, set against a black background with white cracked-glass detailing. The piece reflects themes of identity, pressure, and self-understanding as students approach major life transitions. Olivia describes the work as an exploration of how different parts of her personality and experiences come together to form a cohesive sense of self. “Winning means a lot to me,” said Olivia Wang, winner, 2026 Congressional Art Competition. “It’s truly a huge blessing and honor, and a great encouragement as I prepare to go to art school. It reminds me of the support I’ve received so far, and how much further I still have to grow. Seeing all the other amazing submissions motivates me to keep learning. I’m very grateful for this opportunity and honor.” “I think being the runner-up really shows that putting work into something like this pays off,” said Sawyer Peralta, runner-up, 2026 Congressional Art Comp… | 1 | 2026-05-27T06:38:34Z | 2026-05-27T06:40:17Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-helps-pass-bipartisan-farm-bill-deliver-stability-kansas-farmers-lower | Davids Helps Pass Bipartisan Farm Bill to Deliver Stability for Kansas Farmers, Lower Costs for Families | 2026-04-30 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids voted to pass the Farm Bill, emphasizing the need to provide certainty for Kansas farmers and address rising costs for families after years of delayed action in Congress. “Kansas farmers and families have been hit over and over again this past year — from unstable markets to rising input costs and the ripple effects of reckless tariffs,” said Davids. “What they need most right now is stability, not uncertainty. This bipartisan Farm Bill moves us toward more predictability for producers, lower costs for everyone, and a system that actually works for the people feeding and fueling this country. We still have work to do to ensure no family goes hungry, but this is a step toward giving farmers and families the certainty they deserve.” Today’s Farm Bill: Supports farmers’ bottom line: Expands access to farm loans, strengthens crop research, and invests in rural development Cuts red tape and boosts innovation: Increases federal support for precision agriculture tools and modern farming practices Protects food security: Adds cybersecurity safeguards for the agriculture and food supply chain Grows rural economies: Supports new markets for American-grown renewable fuels Lowers grocery prices: Strengthens the agricultural supply chain so farmers can produce food more efficiently, helping bring down grocery costs Davids-Led Provisions: Supports Kansas wheat farmers: Requires USDA study on winter wheat as a cover crop to reduce regulatory confusion and improve soil health Fixes Tribal parity gap: Ensures Tribes can access USDA agricultural credit and support programs under the same terms as states Last year’s partisan budget, which Davids voted against, took food off Kansans’ tables by cutting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to pay for tax breaks for billionaires. In Kansas’ Third District alone, 8,000 households could lose access to food assistance, and up to 27,000 grocery stores nationwide could close due to lost revenue. These cuts ar… | 1 | 2026-05-23T06:08:46Z | 2026-05-23T06:10:20Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-davids-goldman-introduce-bill-protect-native-american-culture-amid | Reps. Davids, Goldman Introduce Bill to Protect Native American Culture Amid Administration’s Removal of Historical Content at National Parks | 2026-04-28 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03), one of the first two Native American women ever elected to Congress, and Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10) introduced the Truth in National Parks Act, legislation aimed at stopping the Trump Administration’s ongoing efforts to erase and rewrite parts of Native American history at National Park Service (NPS) sites. “Growing up, I learned from my family and my community how important it is to tell the truth about our ancestors — even when it’s hard,” said Davids. “What we’re seeing right now is a deliberate attempt to erase the experiences of Native communities and other marginalized groups from places that are supposed to educate and inform the public. That’s unacceptable. Our national parks should reflect the full story of who we are as a country, not a version edited to fit a political agenda. This bill is about protecting the integrity of those stories, honoring Tribal voices, and making sure future generations learn the truth.” Recent actions at NPS sites across the country have raised concerns about the removal or alteration of interpretive materials related to Native American history, including exhibits addressing forced removal and the federal Indian boarding school system. In some cases, historically accurate displays have been taken down or edited without meaningful consultation with Tribal Nations, undermining longstanding government-to-government relationships and the NPS’s mission to preserve and interpret history for public benefit. “The Trump Administration’s relentless whitewashing and rewriting of American history is a disgrace to this nation’s fundamental values. Each national park site represents the rich cultural and historic roots that shaped America,” said Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10). “This legislation will safeguard sites in NY-10, such as the African Burial Ground, the Stonewall National Monument, and Ellis Island, and reverse any attempts to erase history at National Park sites — including the recent effort to take … | 1 | 2026-05-23T06:08:46Z | 2026-05-23T06:10:20Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-delivers-new-grant-kansas-manufacturing-after-administration-tried | Davids Delivers New Grant for Kansas Manufacturing After Administration Tried to Slash Support | 2026-04-23 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that Kansas will receive a major boost in its manufacturing sector, with the U.S. Department of Commerce awarding Kansas Manufacturing Solutions (KMS) $2.2 million in renewed funding through the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program. The new investment follows Davids’ vote to guarantee MEP funding after the Trump Administration attempted to cut it last year. “Manufacturing is a cornerstone of Kansas’ economy, and strengthening it starts with supporting the workers and small businesses who make it possible,” said Davids. “Kansas Manufacturing Solutions has been a critical partner in helping local manufacturers modernize, expand, and stay competitive while creating good-paying jobs. That’s why I fought for this investment, which ensures KMS can keep helping Kansas manufacturing grow, strengthening our supply chains, and supporting American-made production right here at home.” “On behalf of Kansas Manufacturing Solutions, we are grateful to Representative Sharice Davids for her continued support and for being a strong ally for Kansas manufacturers in Congress, as well as Senator Jerry Moran for his ongoing support of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership and the manufacturers who drive our state’s economy,” said Tiffany Stovall, CEO, KMS. “This funding ensures we can continue delivering the resources, expertise, and workforce initiatives Kansas manufacturers need to grow, compete, and strengthen our communities.” Last year, the Trump Administration cut off MEP funding, forcing KMS to lay off nearly half its staff and putting local jobs and economic growth at risk. In response, Davids introduced the Defend American Manufacturing Act, legislation to restore and protect critical funding for MEP programs like KMS. Following Davids’ advocacy and bipartisan pressure from Congress, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) temporarily restored funding to the MEP program. KMS has made a tremendous impact on the state’s economy, where 86 percent… | 1 | 2026-05-22T06:27:39Z | 2026-05-22T06:29:18Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/after-kansas-tornadoes-davids-demands-answers-weather-service-failures | After Kansas Tornadoes, Davids Demands Answers on Weather Service Failures Impacting Public Safety | 2026-04-22 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids demanded answers from the National Weather Service (NWS) following tornadoes that struck Kansas’ Third District. Davids raised serious concerns about potential breakdowns in forecasting and warning systems that may have put Kansans at risk during last week’s storms. Despite no reported fatalities, she emphasized that gaps in preparedness and response could lead to devastating consequences in the future. “The fact that Kansans avoided catastrophic loss in this instance does not excuse these breakdowns — it underscores how close we came, and what could happen if these failures continue,” wrote Davids. “These irresponsible decisions at the NWS have direct, real-world consequences for the safety of communities across Kansas and the country. Kansans should not have to wonder whether the systems designed to protect them are fully operational when severe weather strikes.” Davids’ demand follows reporting that multiple NWS offices in the region may not have conducted standard morning weather balloon launches on the day of the storms — a key tool used to assess atmospheric conditions and inform severe weather forecasts. Additionally, the Storm Prediction Center did not identify a tornado threat in a timely manner, and tornado watches were issued later than is typical. Davids underscored that missing data and staffing shortages can directly impact forecasting accuracy, reducing warning times and increasing risk to communities in the path of severe weather. This is not the first time Davids has raised concerns about staffing and operational capacity at the NWS. Last year, she pressed the administration for answers on workforce shortages and the agency’s ability to maintain around-the-clock operations. After receiving no response for nearly ten months, Davids is now renewing her call for accountability following the recent storms. In her letter, Davids requested a detailed response within 30 days on: Whether weather balloon launches were missing and why. Whether any missed data con… | 1 | 2026-05-22T06:27:39Z | 2026-05-22T06:29:18Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-sorensen-introduce-bipartisan-homegrown-fertilizer-act-lower-costs | Davids, Sorensen Introduce Bipartisan Homegrown Fertilizer Act to Lower Costs for Farmers | 2026-04-22 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Sharice Davids (KS-03), along with Reps. Eric Sorensen (IL-17), Ashley Hinson (IA-02), Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02), Tracy Mann (KS-01), Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), and Mike Bost (IL-12) introduced the bipartisan Homegrown Fertilizer Act to boost domestic fertilizer production and storage, lower costs for farmers, and reduce reliance on unstable global supply chains. The bill would provide grants and low-interest loans through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to expand fertilizer production and improve storage capacity here at home—helping make sure farmers have reliable, affordable access to the inputs they need. This legislation is led in the Senate by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Roger Marshall (R-KS). “Farmers in Kansas and across the country are getting squeezed by high input costs, and fertilizer is a big part of that. This new bill invests in more domestic manufacturing and storage, so producers aren’t at the mercy of supply disruptions caused by chaotic policy decisions. By boosting competition and supporting innovative, lower-cost alternatives, we can bring down fertilizer prices, help farmers keep their operations running strong, and ultimately lower grocery costs for families at the checkout line,” said Representative Davids. “Our farmers are already dealing with tight margins and unpredictable markets—and global conflicts are only making things worse,” said Congressman Eric Sorensen. “When fuel and fertilizer prices spike, it hits our farmers first. This bill is about cutting through those challenges by investing in American production, lowering costs, and giving farmers more certainty so they can keep doing what they do best.” “American farmers are struggling, and we should be using every option available to increase competition and grow our domestic supply of inputs like fertilizer. That’s why I’ve helped introduce this bipartisan bill that will help lower costs, shore up our supply chains, and break the stranglehold a handful of companies have over t… | 1 | 2026-05-21T06:28:16Z | 2026-05-21T06:29:43Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-reintroduces-bipartisan-bill-inspire-youth-entrepreneurship-0 | Davids Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill to Inspire Youth Entrepreneurship | 2026-04-21 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) reintroduced the bipartisan 21st Century Entrepreneurship Act to increase workforce and entrepreneurship opportunities, especially for students from underserved communities. “Whether it’s opening a shop on Main Street or starting something new from the ground up, entrepreneurship creates jobs and keeps our communities strong,” said Davids. “But too many young people — especially in underserved areas — don’t have a clear path to get started. This bill helps bridge that gap by giving students the tools, mentorship, and real-world experience they need to launch businesses and support their local economies.” “Across Bucks and Montgomery counties, some of the strongest pillars of our community are the entrepreneurs and small business owners who saw an opportunity, took a risk, and built something that now creates jobs and serves others,” said Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01). “I have seen how that kind of initiative can change the trajectory of a Main Street, a neighborhood, or a young person’s future. The 21st Century Entrepreneurship Act is about helping more students — especially those too often left outside these opportunities — gain the mentorship, skills, and real-world experience to turn ambition into enterprise and promise into progress. That is how we widen the pathway to entrepreneurship and expand economic opportunity for the long term,” Entrepreneurship is an engine of economic growth, job creation, and innovation, but American entrepreneurship has steadily declined over the past several decades. New businesses accounted for 38 percent of all businesses in the U.S. in 1982, compared to just 29 percent in 2018. The bipartisan bill aims to cultivate the next generation of entrepreneurs by requiring the Small Business Administration (SBA) to develop an entrepreneurship curriculum for students in the 21st century and encouraging mentorship from proven business leaders across the country. While most existing federal e… | 1 | 2026-05-14T06:11:37Z | 2026-05-14T06:12:56Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-davids-smucker-introduce-bipartisan-bill-strengthen-nutrition-based | Reps. Davids, Smucker Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Nutrition-Based Disease Prevention | 2026-04-21 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Lloyd Smucker (R-PA-11) introduced the bipartisan Accountable Produce is Medicine Act, legislation aimed at modernizing the U.S. health care system by incorporating proven nutrition-based interventions to prevent and manage chronic disease. “Kansas families know that good health doesn’t start in a doctor’s office — it starts at home, with what’s on the table,” said Davids.“In too many rural and underserved communities, people are managing serious conditions like diabetes and heart disease without reliable access to healthy food. This bipartisan bill I'm leading with Representative Lloyd Smucker helps change that by bringing together doctors, care teams, and local food systems so patients can get the nutrition they need to stay healthier and out of the hospital.” This legislation would direct the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) to test a new bundled payment model that integrates “produce prescriptions” interventions into care for patients with chronic diseases. Through this “food is medicine” approach, eligible individuals would gain access to nutrition-focused support, including healthy foods, care coordination, and monitoring services, with the goal of improving health outcomes and reducing overall health care costs. More than 75 percent of adults in the United States live with at least one chronic disease, many of which are diet-related. Research shows that preventive, nutrition-based interventions can play a critical role in addressing this growing epidemic. “Diet-related chronic disease is one of our nation’s most pressing health challenges and a main driver of rising health care costs,” said Representative Lloyd Smucker (R-PA-11). “Our system can and must do more to prevent disease—not just treat it. I’m grateful for Rep. Davids’ partnership to advance preventive health measures that will improve the lives of Americans, including proven food is medicine interventions, and I look forward to working closely with Secretary Kennedy to make it po… | 1 | 2026-05-13T06:12:22Z | 2026-05-13T06:13:52Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-scanlon-introduce-bill-stop-social-security-cuts-seniors-people | Davids, Scanlon Introduce Bill to Stop Social Security Cuts for Seniors, People with Disabilities | 2026-04-15 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05) introduced new legislation to change a longstanding Supplemental Security Income (SSI) rule that can reduce benefits for seniors and people with disabilities simply because they receive basic help like food or housing from family, friends, or caregivers. “In Kansas, we take care of our neighbors — whether that’s a parent helping their child get through a tough month or a family making sure a loved one has a place to stay,” said Davids. “But right now, federal rules can actually punish seniors and people with disabilities for receiving that kind of support. That’s wrong. My new bill, which I’m leading with my colleague Rep. Scanlon, fixes it so people don’t lose out on their Social Security just because of the way Kansans naturally look out for each other.” “Social Security provides a critical social safety net for seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children,” said Representative Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05). “SSI’s rules disfavoring in-kind support and maintenance punish people receiving basic assistance from friends and family. At a time when the cost of living has skyrocketed, it is critical that we address these harmful rules, which discourage people from staying connected to their communities. I’m grateful for Rep. Davids’ partnership in making SSI more accessible for those who need it.” SSI is a federal program that provides monthly financial support to seniors and people with disabilities who have very low income. Under current rules, their benefits can be reduced if they receive basic help like food or housing from family or others, or if certain income from household members is counted toward them. These rules can also make the program more complicated to administer and harder for beneficiaries to understand. Davids’ bill would eliminate these reductions so that seniors and people with disabilities do not lose SSI benefits simply because they receive basic support to meet everyday needs. The legislation is aimed a… | 1 | 2026-05-09T06:00:32Z | 2026-05-09T06:02:31Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/kansas-city-area-lawmakers-introduce-bill-designating-quindaro-townsite | Kansas City-area Lawmakers Introduce Bill Designating Quindaro Townsite as National Historic Landmark | 2026-04-14 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | National Historic Landmarks are designated through the National Park Service System Advisory Board or an official act of Congress. Last May, the National Historic Landmarks Committee unanimously recommended Quindaro Townsite for designation as a National Historic Landmark, however the administrative process has since stalled. This bill would bypass the administrative process and designate the site by congressional action. “Quindaro was a place of courage, hope, and resilience — a sanctuary for those risking everything for freedom. Designating this site as a National Historic Landmark has been long overdue and would ensure future generations can learn from the sacrifices and triumphs of those who came before us. I’m proud to join Representatives Schmidt and Cleaver in this bipartisan effort to protect our Kansas City history and honor Quindaro’s legacy,” said Congresswoman Davids. “Quindaro holds an important place in the history of our region and nation,” said Congressman Schmidt, whose district includes the site. “Designating the site as a National Historic Landmark would ensure its legacy is properly preserved and recognized for generations to come. I’m honored to lead this bill and join Representatives Davids and Cleaver in supporting Quindaro.” “The Quindaro Townsite is an important piece of the regional history in eastern Kansas and western Missouri – and its legacy must be preserved for the generations still to come,” said Congressman Cleaver. “By designating Quindaro as a National Historic Landmark, we can ensure the story of those who resided on these grounds lives on through the locals and tourists who visit every day, spreading the inspiring story of Americans who fought to ensure the United States lives up to its highest ideals. I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation with Reps. Schmidt and Davids, and I look forward to working with them to ensure it is passed into law.” Founded in 1857, Quindaro emerged as a beacon for Free-State advocates during the turbulent “Bleeding Kansas” era. Str… | 1 | 2026-05-05T05:58:12Z | 2026-05-05T05:59:44Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-us-rep-sharice-davids-d-ks-03-bipartisan-bill-strengthen-aviation | PASSED: U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids’ (D-KS-03) Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Aviation Safety Passes U.S. House | 2026-04-14 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, the U.S. House passed Representative Sharice Davids’ ALERT Act, bipartisan legislation she introduced to modernize aviation safety systems, strengthen air traffic controller training, and reduce the risk of future tragedies. The bill, written in response to the tragic plane collision at DCA that took 67 lives, is supported by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), which investigates aviation accidents and issues safety recommendations to prevent future incidents. “The tragic loss of 67 lives, including Kansans on Flight 5342, is something our state and our country will carry with us forever, and it demands action,” said Davids. “I helped lead the ALERT Act to take bipartisan steps to strengthen aviation safety by modernizing technology, improving air traffic controller training, and addressing communication gaps so we can better protect passengers and crew. Kansans expect accountability and results, and this legislation reflects the work I’ve done with the victims’ families, safety experts, and federal agencies. Now, we need to finish the job with a final, bipartisan bill that ensures safety measures are implemented without delay.” WATCH: Davids speaks on the U.S. House Floor about the impact of her ALERT Act On January 29, 2025, Flight 5342 departed Wichita, KS (ICT), bound for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). As the flight approached its destination, it collided midair with a military training helicopter, tragically killing the two pilots, two flight attendants, and 60 passengers on the airplane, along with all three crew members aboard the helicopter. The ALERT Act, split between civilian air travel and military aircraft safety, is informed by recommendations from the NTSB and addresses concerns about airspace congestion, communication failures, outdated collision-avoidance systems, and coordination between civilian and military aircraft. Specifically, the ALERT Act would: Upgrade Aircraft Collision Warning Systems Direct the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to eval… | 1 | 2026-05-07T13:38:59Z | 2026-05-07T13:40:28Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-rep-sharice-davids-hosts-fifa-world-cup-briefing-cross-country-transit | U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids Hosts FIFA World Cup Briefing with Cross-Country Transit Agencies | 2026-04-14 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03), founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus, hosted her second Capitol Hill briefing with transit agencies from across the country to highlight the critical role transportation will play in ensuring the success of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Earlier this year, the U.S. House passed $100 million to help transit agencies cover costs associated with hosting the matches. “The FIFA World Cup is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to showcase our communities and our country on a global stage, and strong, reliable transit systems will be key to making that happen,” said Davids. “I’m proud to bring partners together to make sure transit agencies have the resources they need to move people safely and efficiently while supporting the economic benefits this event will bring to regions across the country. This is all about teamwork, on the field and off!” “Safe and enjoyable sporting events across America begin with properly functioning transit agencies, and the 2026 World Cup is no exception,” said Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA-01). “Working with Representative Davids, we secured critical funding to support these agencies as they prepare to host the World Cup. I’m excited and proud of Georgia's role as a host city for what’s on track to be the largest sporting event in history." The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest sporting event in history, with the United States hosting 78 matches over 39 days across 11 cities in 9 states. Each host city will manage the matches and the daily celebrations and movement of tens of thousands of visitors. To meet FIFA’s requirements, each stadium must be supported by a nearby airport capable of handling at least 1,450 passengers per hour. The economic impact is expected to be significant — generating an estimated 185,000 full-time jobs nationwide, $30.5 billion in gross output, and $17.2 billion in GDP. Today’s discussion brought together representatives from World Cup host cities to share the p… | 1 | 2026-05-01T06:06:26Z | 2026-05-01T06:08:22Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/kansas-reaches-stars-davids-highlights-states-role-artemis-ii-mission | Kansas Reaches for the Stars: Davids Highlights State’s Role in Artemis II Mission | 2026-04-10 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | As NASA’s Artemis II mission prepares to return to Earth today, Representative Sharice Davids is highlighting the critical role Kansas companies — including two in Kansas’ Third District — played in making the mission possible. The Artemis program, which Davids has voted to support multiple times, represents a new era of American leadership in space exploration, and Kansas workers and businesses are helping lead the way. “From right here in Kansas, our workers and businesses are helping power one of the most ambitious space exploration efforts in decades,” said Davids. “Artemis II shows what’s possible when we invest in innovation and American manufacturing. ‘Ad astra per aspera’ — to the stars through difficulties — isn’t just our state motto, it’s exactly what this mission represents. I’m proud to see companies from the Third District contributing to a moment that’s advancing science, strengthening our economy, and inspiring the next generation. I wish the crew a safe reentry and a successful return home.” According to NASA data, multiple Kansas-based companies contributed key components and materials supporting the Artemis mission. Kansas Third District Mid State Aerospace, Olathe: supplied parts for the Space Launch System (SLS), the powerful rocket that carried the Orion spacecraft into deep space. U.S. Bank National Association, Overland Park: supported Exploration Ground Systems (EGS), which manage the infrastructure and operations needed to launch and recover Artemis missions. Across Kansas D-J Engineering Inc., Augusta Galaxy Technologies, Winfield Globe Engineering Co., Inc., Wichita MPM Inc., Wichita Perfekta, Inc., Wichita Topeka Foundry & Iron, Topeka Vector Tooling Technologies, Winfield Wesco Aircraft Hardware Corp., Wichita Artemis II is the first crewed mission in NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to return astronauts to the Moon and lay the groundwork for future missions to Mars. During the mission, astronauts traveled beyond low-Earth orbit, testing systems needed for long-durat… | 1 | 2026-04-29T06:03:53Z | 2026-04-29T06:05:09Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-hosts-tariff-discussion-wyandotte-county-small-business-owners | Davids Hosts Tariff Discussion with Wyandotte County Small Business Owners | 2026-04-09 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KANSAS CITY, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids hosted a discussion with Wyandotte County small business owners and economic development leaders to talk about the successes and challenges facing local businesses, including the impact of reckless tariffs. Davids recently announced her support for new legislation that would provide automatic refunds to small businesses and families forced to pay President Trump’s tariffs. While large corporations can fight in court to reclaim their losses, most small businesses lack the resources to recover these payments — leaving them and their customers to bear the cost. “During our conversation today, I heard directly from small business owners here in Wyandotte County who are dealing with higher costs and tighter margins because of these reckless tariffs,” said Davids. “They shouldn’t have to spend time and money fighting to get back what was taken from them. I’m pushing for bipartisan solutions that make that process simpler and more accessible, so local businesses aren’t left carrying the burden of policies they had no control over.” Trump’s tariff policies have hit Kansas hard, driving up costs for families and threatening small businesses and farmers. According to estimates, average American households will pay roughly $2,500 more this year because of these policies. Local industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and retail, have faced higher costs for imported goods, forcing some businesses to raise consumer prices, cut jobs, or close entirely. The Supreme Court struck down these tariffs, but the administration is still moving forward with others. Refunds are being discussed, but under the current system, small businesses often lack the resources to reclaim funds, while large corporations can pursue lengthy litigation to recover tariff payments. The Restoring Economic Lifelines for Independent Enterprises and Family Businesses (RELIEF) Act would: Require automatic refunds for certain tariffs collected since January 1, 2025 – so small businesses and f… | 1 | 2026-04-25T05:38:36Z | 2026-04-25T05:40:21Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-highlights-federal-threats-reproductive-health-care-planned-parenthood | Davids Highlights Federal Threats to Reproductive Health Care at Planned Parenthood Press Conference | 2026-04-08 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KANSAS CITY, KS - Today, Representative Sharice Davids joined Planned Parenthood Great Plains and local health care advocates to highlight ongoing federal efforts to restrict access to reproductive health care and underscore the real-world impact these extreme policies can have on Kansas families. “In Kansas and across the country, extreme politicians are pushing policies that make it harder for people to get basic health care — from cancer screenings to birth control,” said Davids. “These efforts make it harder for providers to do their jobs and leave patients with nowhere to turn. I’ll keep fighting to make sure Kansans can access the care they need, when they need it, without unnecessary obstacles.” During the press conference, Davids emphasized that recent actions in Congress and at the federal level threaten not only abortion access but also essential preventive services like cancer screenings, birth control, and STI testing that thousands of Kansans rely on every year. Davids pointed to ongoing legal and legislative efforts targeting medication abortion, including proposals by Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) to restrict access to mifepristone and limit telehealth and mail delivery options. She noted that these changes would increase delays, force patients to travel farther for care, and strain already limited health care resources. She also raised concerns about broader federal funding threats, including a provision in last year’s House-passed budget that would block Medicaid patients from receiving care at Planned Parenthood health centers and similar providers — impacting access to a wide range of services beyond abortion care. While the policy is currently tied up in court, Davids is supporting a bill to overturn the policy permanently. Additionally, Davids highlighted instability in the Title X family planning program, where delays and administrative challenges have already begun to disrupt care for low-income and uninsured patients nationwide. She recently joined House colleagues in urging the Departme… | 1 | 2026-04-24T05:51:25Z | 2026-04-24T05:53:00Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/local-governments-join-davids-celebrate-her-federal-investments-14-community | Local Governments Join Davids to Celebrate Her Federal Investments for 14 Community Projects | 2026-04-07 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids joined local leaders to celebrate 14 newly secured projects across Kansas’ Third District that will strengthen local economies and keep families safe and healthy. These investments, totaling $17.8 million, will fund new manufacturing lab equipment to train students for the jobs of the future, improve flood mitigation infrastructure and maintain safe roads and bridges to keep Kansans safe, help protect our law enforcement, and support other key community needs. “My job is to advocate for the Third District and make sure our community’s priorities are front and center in Washington,” said Davids. “We worked closely with local leaders and carefully vetted every project to ensure it delivers a strong return on investment for Kansas families. I’ve always pushed for responsible budgeting that protects taxpayers, and these investments do exactly that while making a real difference in our communities.” Davids was joined by community leaders from all corners of the Third District to celebrate the impact of these projects. The other speakers included Overland Park Police Department Deputy Chief Ryan Miller, Franklin County Commissioner Ianne Dickinson, and K-State Olathe Dean and CEO Ben Wolfe. Before the press conference, Davids toured the K-State Olathe Advanced Manufacturing and Bulk Solids Technology Center (BSTC) to highlight the $5 million she secured to purchase new equipment that will help train students for high-tech, good-paying jobs in supply chain research and advanced manufacturing. The center supports industry through specialized testing, education, and research on powders and dry bulk materials and is the only university-based facility in North America dedicated to advancing powder and bulk solids handling technology. “Kansas State University Olathe is honored and thrilled to receive federal funding to invest in education and research supporting the bio and advanced manufacturing industries,” said Ben Wolfe, Dean and CEO, K-State Olathe. “We are deeply grateful for th… | 1 | 2026-04-23T05:48:52Z | 2026-04-23T05:50:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-new-grant-strengthen-head-start-programs-anderson-miami | Davids Announces New Grant to Strengthen Head Start Programs in Anderson, Miami Counties | 2026-04-06 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded the East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation’s (ECKAN) Head Start program with a new federal grant. The $3.7 million will be used to continue providing early education opportunities and family support services to children and families in Andreson and Miami Counties. “Children who participate in Head Start programs receive countless benefits — they’re healthier, have better social skills, and are more likely to graduate high school and achieve further education,” said Davids. “That’s why I’m doing what I can to make education at every stage more affordable and accessible because when we invest in our kids, we’re strengthening our entire community.” “We’re excited that our refunding application has been approved by the Office of Head Start for the 2026–2027 year,” said Crystal Anderson, CEO, ECKAN. “At ECKAN, we’re proud to continue supporting children and families and helping them thrive, and we’re grateful for the support of Sharice Davids in advancing this important work.” Davids has long fought to protect education and child care in Kansas and has been a fierce critic of the administration’s efforts to defund and reorganize the Department of Education. She has visited multiple Head Start programs in Kansas and led multiple pieces of bipartisan legislation to allow Kansas families to save on high child care expenses and live more affordably. | 1 | 2026-04-22T05:46:42Z | 2026-04-22T05:48:06Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-celebrates-reopening-starbase-kansas-city-expanding-stem-opportunities | Davids Celebrates Reopening of STARBASE Kansas City, Expanding STEM Opportunities for Students | 2026-04-02 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KANSAS CITY, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids celebrated the reopening of the STARBASE facility at the Kansas City Readiness Center, which provides hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) learning experiences for elementary-aged students at no cost to school districts. Davids was joined by Governor Laura Kelly, Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS), Representative Derek Schmidt (R-KS-02), and community leaders, educators, and students. "Programs like STARBASE give Kansas students a head start in STEM, opening doors to careers in aviation, cybersecurity, engineering, and public service," said Davids. "These programs don’t just prepare kids for their futures — they strengthen our local economy by building a pipeline of talent that will attract businesses, create good-paying jobs, and keep Kansas competitive. I’m proud to support this bipartisan program that reaches students from all backgrounds, ensuring that opportunity is never limited by ZIP Code." The Kansas City facility, which was temporarily closed in 2023 due to water damage, has undergone a full remodel and reconstruction. Renovations included complete upgrades to the basement and first floor, modernized interiors, communications systems, lighting, and mechanical and electrical systems. The $6.8 million renovation was funded through a combination of $4.9 million in federal support and $1.9 million from the state. Kansas hosts five STARBASE locations, including Kansas City, Manhattan, Topeka, Salina, and Wichita. Davids has been a consistent supporter of STARBASE in Congress, including the program in her appropriations requests for four consecutive cycles. In early 2025, STARBASE faced a significant funding disruption due to the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) federal grant cuts. Davids worked to ensure that federal investment was restored, allowing STARBASE to continue serving thousands of Kansas students. STARBASE’s mission is not only to teach STEM skills but also to reach underserved communities and provide mentorshi… | 1 | 2026-04-22T05:46:42Z | 2026-04-22T05:48:06Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-visits-community-health-center-highlights-medicaid-cuts-impact-kansas | Davids Visits Community Health Center, Highlights Medicaid Cuts’ Impact on Kansas Health Care Access | 2026-04-01 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OTTAWA, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited Heartland Community Health Center’s Healthy Futures mobile dental program at Ottawa High School, which provides dental exams and cleanings to local students. Recent Medicaid cuts, which Davids voted against, are threatening the financial stability of Heartland and other federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), raising the risk that some clinics could be forced to scale back services or even close due to the loss of a major source of revenue. “Community health centers like Heartland are where people of all backgrounds and incomes go when they need care — whether it’s a kid getting a dental exam, a parent managing a chronic condition, or someone reaching out for mental health support,” said Davids. “When Medicaid is cut, it means fewer appointments, fewer providers, and clinics closing their doors altogether. If centers like Heartland are forced to scale back or shut down, families in these communities will have to travel farther, wait longer, or go without care entirely. That’s the real impact, and it’s why I’m fighting to protect access to care across Kansas.” Last year, Davids voted against an extreme, partisan budget law, which included the largest cuts to Medicaid in American history. The law stripped health coverage from 92,937 Kansans, put six rural hospitals at risk of closure, restricted reproductive health care, and increased Affordable Care Act premiums by an average of $708 per year for families in Kansas’ Third District. FQHCs, which mainly serve low-income families, depend heavily on Medicaid reimbursements to sustain their operations. When fewer people are covered by Medicaid, these clinics lose a major source of funding while still caring for uninsured patients. Davids warned that because of extreme Medicaid cuts, clinics like Heartland may be forced to reduce services, limit patient care, or struggle to recruit and retain providers — ultimately pushing more patients to seek care in already strained emergency rooms. "Heartland's Health… | 1 | 2026-04-16T05:48:36Z | 2026-04-16T05:50:08Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-hosts-world-cup-conversation-public-health-and-safety | Davids Hosts World Cup Conversation on Public Health and Safety | 2026-03-31 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KANSAS CITY, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids, founder of the bipartisan Congressional FIFA 2026 World Cup Caucus, hosted her latest World Cup Community Conversation focused on public health and safety planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing together local, state, regional, and federal leaders, trade professionals, and community experts to coordinate efforts ahead of the tournament. “The 2026 FIFA World Cup gives our region a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shine, but it also means more cars on the road, bigger crowds at stadiums, and more pressure on our first responders and hospitals,” said Davids. “Thanks to federal investments and close coordination with local leaders, we’re making sure people can get where they need to go, stay safe in their communities, and enjoy the games without worrying about emergency services or public health challenges. This is a team effort, and I’m excited for all the hard work to pay off.” During the panel, Davids emphasized the progress made through bipartisan federal support to ensure host cities are ready to welcome millions of visitors while keeping residents safe and healthy. Davids worked across the aisle to secure $625 million in federal funding to strengthen safety and security in all 11 U.S. World Cup host cities, $59 million of which is coming to Kansas City. It will help fund first responders, emergency services, crowd management, and public health resources throughout the event. Kansas City will host six matches and serve as the home base for four teams during the FIFA 2026 World Cup. With thousands of visitors expected, the region could see $650 million in economic activity. To prepare, Davids has helped secure $100 million in federal investment for transit improvements and helped coordinate regional planning through Johnson County United, ensuring safe, efficient transportation and strong public health and safety measures for residents and visitors alike. On today’s panel, Davids was joined by Dr. Bryan Beaver, Associate Professor of Emergency … | 1 | 2026-04-15T05:46:42Z | 2026-04-15T05:48:27Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-introduces-bipartisan-price-transparency-bill-iran-war-drives | Davids Introduces Bipartisan Price Transparency Bill as Iran War Drives Up Fertilizer Costs | 2026-03-30 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Recently, Representative Sharice Davids helped introduce the bipartisanFertilizer Transparency Act to increase transparency in fertilizer markets and provide farmers with better information on the price of crop inputs. The ongoing war in Iran is driving up energy and fertilizer costs, putting the livelihoods of farmers in jeopardy and making groceries more expensive. This legislation will help ensure farmers have the timely, reliable information they need to plan ahead and stay competitive. “Farmers are already dealing with enough uncertainty — from weather to reckless tariffs and global markets — and they shouldn’t be left in the dark about the cost of the fertilizer they rely on,” said Davids. “With rising fertilizer prices driven by global conflict and supply disruptions, it’s more important than ever that producers have clear, up-to-date information. This bipartisan bill is about giving our farmers the transparency they need to make informed decisions and lower grocery costs.” The energy-rich Middle East plays a central role in global fertilizer production. As the war in Iran disrupts shipping routes, fertilizer shipments are backing up near the Strait of Hormuz — a critical chokepoint through which nearly a third of the world’s fertilizer supply passes. At the same time, rising natural gas prices, a key input in fertilizer production, are increasing manufacturing costs. Ongoing supply chain uncertainty and export disruptions are adding further strain, raising costs for farmers and potentially driving up food prices for consumers. The bill would require the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish a mandatory reporting program for fertilizer prices and quantities sold in the United States. The data would be published weekly to give farmers clearer insight into fertilizer markets. Currently, USDA publishes the data annually on a voluntary basis. | 1 | 2026-04-15T05:46:42Z | 2026-04-15T05:48:27Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-slams-house-leadership-blocking-bipartisan-deal-fully-reopen-government | Davids Slams House Leadership for Blocking Bipartisan Deal to Fully Reopen Government | 2026-03-28 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Sharice Davids released the below statement after U.S. House Republican leadership refused to vote on a bipartisan funding deal — already passed by the Senate — to support the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Coast Guard, and other critical programs. This deal, which ensures federal workers are paid, does not include immigration-related agencies, as funding for those was already approved last year under a separate partisan budget. Instead, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, who called the bipartisan deal a “joke,” pushed a partisan funding package with little chance of becoming law. Davids is urging House leaders to pass the bipartisan agreement immediately and continue negotiations on comprehensive, bipartisan immigration enforcement reform. | 1 | 2026-04-15T05:46:42Z | 2026-04-15T05:48:27Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/following-deadly-midair-collision-davids-passes-bipartisan-aviation-safety | Following Deadly Midair Collision, Davids Passes Bipartisan Aviation Safety Bill Out of Committee | 2026-03-26 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Sharice Davids released the following statement after voting in the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to support the ALERT Act, bipartisan legislation she introduced to modernize aviation safety systems, strengthen air traffic controller training, and reduce the risk of future tragedies. The bill is supported by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), which investigates aviation accidents and issues recommendations to prevent future incidents. “Since last year’s devastating midair collision, I’ve stayed in close contact with the Kansas families who lost loved ones. Their grief is something no one should have to carry — and their courage in pushing for meaningful change has guided this process every step of the way. “I’m proud to have helped lead the bipartisan ALERT Act and to vote for it today because it reflects their voices and has earned strong support from aviation safety experts. It takes important, evidence-based steps to strengthen training, modernize safety systems, and reduce the risk of future midair collisions. “No bill can undo the pain these families have experienced. But we have a responsibility to listen, to act, and to make our aviation system safer for everyone — from passengers and crew to military personnel and communities on the ground. This is an important step forward, but it is not final. I also voted to pass reforms proposed by the Senate and I’ll keep working with Kansas families, safety experts, and my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to strengthen the final product, work through differences, and deliver a solution that improves safety while bringing everyone to the table.” Background: On January 29, 2025, Flight 5342 departed Wichita, KS (ICT), bound for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). As the flight approached its destination, it collided midair with a military training helicopter, tragically killing the two pilots, two flight attendants, and 60 passengers on the airplane, along with all t… | 1 | 2026-04-11T05:33:44Z | 2026-04-11T05:34:52Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-acts-lower-gas-prices-kansas-summer-travel-approaches | Davids Acts to Lower Gas Prices in Kansas as Summer Travel Approaches | 2026-03-25 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids once again urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to lower gas prices by issuing an emergency waiver allowing the sale of E15 during the 2026 summer driving season in Kansas. E15, which is made from domestically grown crops, is typically less expensive than unblended gasoline. The waiver, granted over the past four years, would help lower fuel costs for Kansans, support local farmers, reduce our reliance on foreign oil, and build U.S. energy security. “This issue is more urgent now than ever. Given the United States’ war with Iran, gas prices are surging,” wrote Davids. “In Kansas, the average price of gas has increased $0.77 in one month and barrel prices have hovered around $100 since late February. Additionally, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has skyrocketed fertilizer prices, burdening our producers even further amidst the worst farm economy in decades. Ensuring the summertime sale of E15 in Kansas will lessen this extreme burden on farmers and lower costs for hardworking families.” Rising fuel costs underscore the urgency of expanding access to lower-cost alternatives like E15. Since the outbreak of the Iran conflict, global oil prices have surged sharply, exceeding $100 per barrel as shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten the world’s oil supply. U.S. gasoline prices have followed, jumping from under $3 per gallon before the conflict to nearly $4 in recent weeks, with analysts warning prices could climb even higher if instability continues. Davids’ push comes amid ongoing debate in Congress over expanding access to E15 nationwide. Earlier this year, House leadership failed to pass a Davids-supported bipartisan effort to allow year-round sales of E15 to lower gas prices and support farmers. In its place, they created a federal task force to study the issue, which many farm groups and biofuel advocates found inadequate. Davids agreed and continues to push for year-round sales, as proposed through her Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer … | 1 | 2026-04-11T05:33:44Z | 2026-04-11T05:34:52Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-davids-senator-smith-reintroduce-legislation-tackle-maternal-mortality | Rep. Davids, Senator Smith Reintroduce Legislation to Tackle Maternal Mortality Crisis Through Improved Data, Research | 2026-03-25 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Senator Tina Smith (MN) introduced legislation to address America’s worsening maternal mortality crisis, underscoring their commitment to expanding research and improving maternal health care nationwide. Their Data to Save Moms Act aims to better understand the root causes of this crisis by strengthening data collection on maternal mortality and morbidity. “The U.S. is falling desperately short on the issue of maternal health, and frankly, it is shameful — but we can’t fix a problem we don’t fully understand,” said Davids. “By listening to the physicians and mothers who are on the front lines of this crisis and improving our existing data collection methods, we can take informed action and save lives.” “It’s not radical to believe that every woman giving birth should be able to access high-quality health care, and that we should focus on areas where we see the biggest disparities in health outcomes,” said Senator Tina Smith (MN). “By funding research on maternal health, this legislation will help to understand the root causes of health complications from pregnancy and labor so we can tackle them head on.” The United States remains the only industrialized country with a rising maternal mortality rate, with the crisis disproportionately impacting communities of color. Black mothers are dying at three to four times the rate of their white counterparts, and Native Americans are more than twice as likely to die from pregnancy-related causes. According to NurtureKC, these disparities are reflected in Kansas, where Wyandotte County has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the state, with 83.5 deaths per 10,000 live births. A key focus of the Data to Save Moms Act is strengthening Maternal Mortality Review Committees (MMRCs). These multidisciplinary panels — composed of experts such as obstetricians, forensic pathologists, and community representatives — operate across the country to review deaths occurring during or within one year of pregnancy and identify … | 1 | 2026-04-11T05:33:44Z | 2026-04-11T05:34:52Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-bipartisan-boxing-bill-passes-house-strengthening-protections-fighters | Davids’ Bipartisan Boxing Bill Passes House, Strengthening Protections for Fighters | 2026-03-24 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, a bipartisan bill sponsored by Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Brian Jack (R-GA-03) that modernizes and strengthens protections for professional fighters across the country. This legislation modernizes the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act to protect athletes at every stage of their careers and represents Davids’ fourth bipartisan bill to pass in a Republican-controlled Washington during President Trump’s second term. The bipartisan legislation — which is endorsed by Lonnie Ali, widow of Muhammad Ali and longtime advocate for boxing and athlete rights — establishes baseline standards for pay, strengthens health and safety requirements, and creates additional pathways for fighters to compete and build their careers. Importantly, the bill gives fighters more choice and flexibility. They can continue operating under existing structures if that works best for them, while also benefiting from stronger protections and clearer rules. The legislation reflects Davids’ commitment to fairness, opportunity, and accountability in American sports, drawing on her personal experience as a former Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter. Having stepped into the ring herself, she understands firsthand the physical risks fighters take, the importance of clear contracts, and the need for strong health and safety protections. | 1 | 2026-04-11T05:33:44Z | 2026-04-11T05:34:52Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-vasquez-urge-trump-administration-reverse-plan-increase-argentinian | Davids, Vasquez Urge Trump Administration to Reverse Plan to Increase Argentinian Beef Imports | 2026-03-23 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03) and Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) called on the Trump Administration to reverse a new policy that would significantly increase imports of Argentinian beef, warning it would harm American ranchers and fail to lower costs for consumers. The administration received bipartisan backlash over its original beef trade deal last year. “Your prior policies, including the original bailout and now this expansion of Argentinian beef imports, continue to undermine domestic producers and fail to lower grocery costs for Americans,” the lawmakerswrote. In a letter to President Trump and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, Davids and Vasquez raised concerns about a recent executive action allowing up to four times more Argentinian beef imports this year. Argentina made up just two percent of U.S. beef imports in 2024, and economists say increasing imports is unlikely to lower consumer prices — while potentially increasing market volatility and benefiting large corporations over family ranchers. Farm bankruptcies are also rising, and more imports risk further squeezing struggling operations without delivering meaningful relief at the grocery store. The lawmakers urged the administration to reverse the decision and instead prioritize policies that support American cattle producers and stabilize prices. “This new Argentinian beef announcement threatens this by increasing market volatility at a time when American producers need support, not sabotage,” the lawmakers continued. “We urge you to reverse the Executive Order on Argentinian beef imports and instead invest in the domestic cattle industry, including smaller, family-owned operations that feed our country.” Davids and Vasquez have consistently worked to protect American agriculture from harmful trade decisions. Davids previously led efforts urging the administration to reverse its original Argentina bailout and has pushed back against expanded beef imports that undercut Kansas ranchers. She has also supported bipartisan efforts, includ… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-affordable-care-act-anniversary-davids-calls-extend-health-care-tax | WATCH: On Affordable Care Act Anniversary, Davids Calls to Extend Health Care Tax Credits, Lower Costs for Kansans | 2026-03-23 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, on the anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, Representative Sharice Davids is once again calling on Congress to extend critical health care tax credits that have helped more than 160,000 Kansans afford coverage and save an average of $700 annually. Because Republican politicians refused to act, these enhanced tax credits have expired — driving up costs and putting affordable coverage out of reach for working families, seniors, and small business owners. “Families are already feeling the squeeze from rising costs, and higher health care premiums are only making it harder to get by,” said Davids. “These tax credits made a real difference for Kansans, helping them afford doctor visits and prescriptions, and giving them peace of mind. On the anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, we should be building on that progress, not going backward. Congress needs to act to extend these savings and bring stability back to the health care marketplace.” WATCH: Davids speaks on the necessity to overcome partisan gridlock and extend health care tax credit The enhanced ACA tax credits previously helped lower costs for Kansans, but their expiration is now leading to steep premium increases. Some Kansans are facing dramatic spikes in their monthly costs: A Mission Woods resident saw premiums rise by more than $17,000 annually A Prairie Village resident saw premiums rise by more than 3,000 percent An Edwardsville resident saw premiums rise by more than $2,000 annually Nationally, the lapse in these tax credits is projected to increase premiums by an average of 77 percent and could push millions of Americans off their health insurance. Health policy experts warn that as premiums rise, healthier individuals may drop coverage, leaving a smaller, higher-risk insurance pool—driving costs even higher for those who remain insured. | 1 | 2026-04-09T05:39:42Z | 2026-04-09T05:40:59Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-backs-bill-ensure-any-tariff-refunds-reach-kansas-small-businesses | Davids Backs Bill to Ensure Any Tariff Refunds Reach Kansas Small Businesses, Families — Not Just Big Corporations | 2026-03-19 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced her support for new legislation that would provide automatic refunds to small businesses and families forced to pay President Trump’s reckless tariffs. While large corporations can fight in court to reclaim their losses, most small businesses lack the resources to recover these payments — leaving them and their customers to bear the cost. “Reckless tariffs are a direct tax on Kansas families, raising prices on groceries, gas, and everyday goods, and squeezing small businesses,” said Davids. “The Supreme Court has made clear that these tariffs were illegal, yet the Trump Administration continues to announce more. This new bill would ensure hardworking Kansans and small businesses actually get the refunds they deserve — not just the largest, wealthiest corporations. This is a necessary step to restore fairness, lower costs, and protect Kansas communities.” WATCH: Davids speaks on her support for the Restoring Economic Lifelines for Independent Enterprises and Family Businesses (RELIEF) Act Trump’s tariff policies have hit Kansas hard, driving up costs for families and threatening small businesses and farmers. According to estimates, average American households will pay roughly $2,500 more this year because of these policies. Local industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and retail have faced higher costs for imported goods, forcing some businesses to raise consumer prices, cut jobs, or close entirely. While the Supreme Court ruled these tariffs illegal, the administration is still implementing them. Refunds are being discussed, but under the current system, small businesses often lack the resources to reclaim funds, while large corporations can pursue lengthy litigation to recover tariff payments. The RELIEF Act would: Require automatic refunds for all tariffs collected since January 1, 2025 – so small businesses and families don’t have to wait years or hire lawyers to get back the money they were forced to pay. Ensure refunds are processed within 90 d… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-rep-sharice-davids-pushes-restore-birth-control-cancer-screening-access | ICYMI: Rep. Sharice Davids Pushes to Restore Birth Control, Cancer Screening Access | 2026-03-17 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | In case you missed it, new reporting from NPR underscores growing concerns about access to birth control, cancer screenings, and STI testing after the Trump Administration moved to withhold critical Title X funding from clinics across the country, including in Kansas. Title X is the nation’s only federal program dedicated solely to family planning, supporting clinics that provide preventive care to millions of low-income and uninsured patients each year. But this year, the application opened months late, giving grantees just seven days to apply instead of the typical four months. Additionally, the office responsible for reviewing applications is severely understaffed after the Trump Administration fired the entire team last year — and senior officials are already warning they may not be able to process applications in time. In response, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) joined House Democrats in pressing the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., to issue a one-year extension for current grantees and prevent further disruptions to care. The lawmakers warn that delays and confusion are already forcing providers to cut services and putting care out of reach for vulnerable communities. Davids has been a leading advocate for protecting access to affordable health care, including Title X. After President Trump withheld congressionally approved funding from clinics last year, she pushed HHS to restore it immediately. She also introduced the Expanding Access to Family Planning Act to strengthen and protect the program long term. Read more from NPR: “Reproductive health clinics scramble as Title X funding cliff approaches” By Selena Simmons-Duffin “A group of 128 Democratic members of Congress is calling on the federal government to prevent a funding shortfall for reproductive health clinics in two weeks. […] “The role Title X plays in keeping communities healthy is practically invisible, explains Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., one of the House members who helped gather co-… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-visits-merriam-manufacturer-highlight-small-businesses-challenges | Davids Visits Merriam Manufacturer to Highlight Small Businesses Challenges | 2026-03-12 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | MERRIAM, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited K.C. Strings, the largest instrument string manufacturer in the state of Kansas, to see the company’s manufacturing operations and hear directly from the owners about their new ventures and the challenges they face due to chaotic federal policies set by the administration. “Small businesses like K.C. Strings are part of what makes our communities strong,” said Davids. “But I’m hearing from more and more Kansas business owners who are worried about rising costs and unpredictable policies coming out of Washington. Reckless tariffs and economic uncertainty make it harder for small manufacturers to plan, hire, and grow. I’ll keep working across the aisle to support small businesses, strengthen our domestic supply chains, and make sure entrepreneurs here in Kansas have a fair shot to succeed.” While Davids previously released an updated report on the state of Kansas’ small business ecosystem that found strong entrepreneurial growth in Kansas’ Third District — including more than 10,700 new business applications in 2023 — many small businesses now report they are struggling. Rising costs and reckless tariffs are forcing small businesses to raise prices, delay expansion, and cut jobs. In November 2025 alone, businesses with fewer than 50 employees laid off 120,000 workers — the largest monthly total for small businesses in five years. Recent reports also show half of small business owners have raised prices, one-fifth have delayed expansion plans, and 74 percent are concerned about surviving the next 12 months. “We have a unique business here which also happens to be one of the largest of its kind in the Midwest,” said Jim Upton, General Manager, K.C. Strings. “We're also looking for opportunities to expand our operation, perhaps using 3D printing. We are very proud of what we do here and are glad for Rep. Davids to see what we're up to.” During her time in Congress, Davids has worked across the aisle to support small businesses. As a former member of the H… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-johnson-county-leaders-launch-regional-effort-prepare-2026-fifa-world | Davids, Johnson County Leaders Launch Regional Effort to Prepare for 2026 FIFA World Cup | 2026-03-11 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OVERLAND PARK, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids spoke at the launch of Johnson County United, a regional initiative to coordinate planning and community engagement ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Davids, who founded and co-chairs the bipartisan Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus, has been working with federal, state, and local partners to ensure host communities have the resources needed to safely and successfully welcome visitors from around the world. “The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a chance to showcase the Kansas City region on a global stage while making smart investments that benefit our communities for years to come,” said Davids. “By working together across all levels of government, we’re making sure Johnson County is prepared to welcome visitors, support local businesses, and create lasting economic opportunities for families across the region.” Johnson County United brings together Johnson County, local cities, regional partners, and state and federal leaders to coordinate preparations for the tournament. Planning efforts include new transportation services to help residents and visitors travel between cities and key destinations, coordinated public safety planning, and community programming so local families can participate in the World Cup experience. Leaders also launched a virtual hub for information on transportation, events, and visitor resources. “The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to showcase Johnson County to the world while delivering lasting economic and community benefits,” said Mike Kelly, Chair, Johnson County Board of County Commissioners. “We’re grateful for the strong federal partnership that makes this work possible — especially Representative Sharice Davids, whose leadership in securing safety and transit investments is helping ensure our region is ready to welcome the world.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-delivers-key-federal-investment-boost-city-princetons-flood-resilience | Davids Delivers Key Federal Investment to Boost City of Princeton’s Flood Resilience | 2026-03-10 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | PRINCETON, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited Princeton to highlight how her successful project request to improve the city’s storm drainage system will help prevent flooding, protect local infrastructure, and support future business and job growth. Davids secured $610,000 for the project, which is one of 14 she delivered for Kansas’ Third District to strengthen community safety, improve local infrastructure, and expand economic opportunity across the region. “This storm drainage project in Princeton will help prevent flooding, protecting homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure while ensuring the community is ready for future growth,” said Davids. “By working with local leaders to identify fiscally responsible projects, we’re making smart investments that strengthen local economies, create jobs, and give families and small businesses the confidence to thrive.” This project includes ditch repairs, tube replacements, and other upgrades to better manage water flow and reduce flooding throughout Princeton. These improvements will enhance the city’s ability to manage, treat, and recapture stormwater and subsurface drainage water, helping prepare for future storms while making the community safer and more resilient. “We are grateful for the efforts of Representative Davids to bring funding to the City of Princeton,” said Paul Bean, Executive Director, Franklin County Development Council. “These funds will help this rural community make improvements to the streets and storm drainage that would not be possible without this funding.” Earlier this year, President Trump signed two bipartisan funding agreements into law, both supported by Davids, which included 14 of her project requests to improve education, public safety, and water infrastructure across Kansas’ Third District. Projects totaling $17.8 million include road safety upgrades in Overland Park, reconstructing the Kansas Avenue Bridge in Wyandotte County, providing body cameras for all Overland Park police officers, and purchasing lab equ… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-announces-major-grant-replace-rehabilitate-bus-services-kansas-city | Davids Announces Major Grant to Replace, Rehabilitate Bus Services in Kansas City | 2026-03-09 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $13.3 million to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) to purchase replacement buses and rehabilitate a local bus facility in the Kansas City region. The award stems from the recently passed bipartisan funding agreement for Fiscal Year 2026, which Davids helped pass. “This new federal investment means safer, more reliable buses and better service for the Kansans who depend on public transit every day,” said Davids. “Whether it’s getting to work, school, or a doctor’s appointment, strong transit systems keep our communities moving. I’m proud to help deliver bipartisan results that bring real improvements home to the Kansas City region.” Through the Department of Transportation, the Federal Transit Administration’s Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program provides funds to state and local transit agencies across the country to revitalize and purchase buses and vans for transport purposes and renewing previous bus transport facilities. “We are grateful to our bistate congressional delegation for working so hard to earn this grant award and for their continued support of mobility in the Kansas City region, especially as we prepare for the World Cup,” said Chuck Ferguson, Interim President and CEO, KCATA. “We also appreciate the continued partnership with Unified Government Transit and Johnson County Transit. Together, we are committed to improving transportation options that connect people to opportunities. This grant will improve mobility for thousands of transit riders who depend on bus service every day, expanding access to employment, education, healthcare, and other important services in their communities.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases/davids-advances-farm-bill-pushes-stability-lower-costs-and-return | Davids Advances Farm Bill, Pushes for Stability, Lower Costs, and a Return to Bipartisanship | 2026-03-05 | 2026 | 2026-03 | Democrat | House | KS | Sharice Davids | D000629 | davids.house.gov | davids | https://davids.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | This morning, Representative Sharice Davids offered the following statement after voting to pass a Farm Bill out of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee: “It’s been eight years since Congress passed a Farm Bill, and Kansas farmers are operating in an environment of high input costs, tight margins, and unstable markets due to reckless tariffs. I voted to advance this Farm Bill because it strengthens crop insurance, invests in agricultural research and rural development, and keeps us moving toward the certainty producers need. “That said, this should have been a more bipartisan, consensus-driven process. Farm Bills are strongest when they are built together, and maintaining that coalition — including strong nutrition assistance programs that help families manage high grocery prices while supporting farm demand — is critical to long-term success. This is not a final product, but moving it forward keeps us on a path toward delivering the predictable policy, open markets, and lower costs Kansas producers and families are asking for.” Background: Davids submitted several amendments to strengthen the bill for Kansas families and producers, including one praised as “an excellent amendment" by Republican Chairman "GT" Thompson (PA-15). The accepted amendment is supported by Kansas Wheat and would direct the Natural Resources Conservation Service to study the impacts of winter wheat as a cover crop through harvest. Currently, winter wheat is treated one way if it’s grown as a cover crop and another way if it’s grown as a regular cash crop, even though it can do both at the same time when managed properly. Studying this could remove this unnecessary red tape, help farmers make better choices, protect the soil, and support rural communities. | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
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