Press Releases
Today, Representative Sharice Davids released the following statement after Republicans in the House passed an extreme, partisan immigration proposal that would weaken the nation's border security by diverting law enforcement resources away from preventing drug trafficking and intercepting national security threats to detaining asylum seekers and criminalizing Dreamers.
Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced two regional universities, Kansas State University and the University of Missouri-Kansas City, have received U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Engines program awards. These awards will help transform the region into a hub for advanced research and manufacturing, using our world-class educational institutions to boost Kansas' STEM workforce amid a national surge in manufacturing jobs.
Today, in a letter to United States Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Representative Sharice Davids urged the Biden Administration to work across the aisle in determining a comprehensive immigration plan, as Congress will debate the issue in the coming weeks.
SHAWNEE, KS– Today, Representative Sharice Davids held a "Main Street Stroll" in Downtown Shawnee to celebrate National Small Business Week, visiting four small businesses and hosting the owners for a roundtable discussion. During the roundtable, they discussed current challenges facing Kansas small business owners, including workforce issues, access to capital, and inflationary pressures.
OLATHE, KS– Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited the Olathe Public Schools Food Production Center and served lunch at a local elementary school as part of her Farm Bill listening tour. Davids spoke with students and staff about the importance of improving nutrition for Kansas youth, families, and seniors. Her tour will continue at farms, ranches, and businesses across the Third District as Davids prepares to consider the 2023 Farm Bill through her position on the House Agriculture Committee.
Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) followed through on Representative Sharice Davids' request, issuing a national emergency fuel waiver to allow the sale of E15 – fuel blended with 10.5 to 15 percent ethanol – during the 2023 summer season in Kansas.
Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded $1.3 million to the University of Kansas for the development of new technology used to recycle decaying solar panels. The project is partially funded through the bipartisan infrastructure law, which has been called the most fiscally responsible infrastructure bill in at least a decade by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Davids serves on the U.S.
Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced new federal grant opportunities to improve roadway safety and climate resiliency in Kansas' Third District. This funding is provided through the bipartisan infrastructure law, which has been called the most fiscally responsible infrastructure bill in at least a decade by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Davids serves on the U.S.