Press Releases

Today, Representative Sharice Davids released her Housing Affordability Agenda, which lays out a path forward for bipartisan legislation in Congress to ensure every American has access to safe, decent, affordable housing and the amenities they need to thrive. The Agenda was debuted at the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation’s (KHRC) 2025 Kansas Housing Conference in Overland Park.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced she would refuse to accept a paycheck until both parties come together to end this costly government shutdown.

Today, Representative Sharice Davids hosted a press conference with Kansas farmers who have been impacted by the federal government shutdown. The shutdown has halted key agricultural services — from farm subsidies to crop reports and rural support offices — at a time when producers are already struggling with rising costs due to 

OLATHE, KS — Representative Sharice Davids visited the Johnson County Public Health walk-in clinic in Olathe to receive her seasonal flu shot and COVID-19 booster. She took the opportunity to spotlight the importance of immunizations in protecting public health and urged Kansans to take advantage of local immunization services.

KANSAS CITY, MO — Today, Representative Sharice Davids met with federal employees affected by the ongoing government shutdown, including several who have been furloughed without pay. The discussion centered on how the shutdown is straining Kansas families, disrupting local economies, and threatening essential public services. Davids shared her urgency to find a bipartisan solution to open the government as soon as possible.

Today, Representative Sharice Davids issued a statement following the release of Israeli hostages and the start of the ceasefire in Gaza secured through last week’s agreement:

“The ceasefire agreement and hostage exchange are welcome and long-overdue steps toward ending this devastating conflict in the Middle East. I sincerely hope this peace and cooperation holds. I also want to commend President Trump in helping see this deal through.

Today, Representative Sharice Davids released a statement in response to the Trump Administration’s announcement that it would begin firing federal workers during the ongoing government shutdown. While many legal scholars are questioning the legality of this decision, Davids is highlighting the reckless disregard for hardworking federal employees and the communities that depend on them.

Today, Representative Sharice Davids hosted a press conference alongside Kansans whose industries have been directly affected by the government shutdown. Those participants shared personal and professional stories, including how the shutdown impacts mental health services and infrastructure projects at home.