Press Releases

MISSION, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids brought together local leaders and transportation organizations for a roundtable discussion on the upcoming 2026 surface transportation reauthorization bill. The event is part of Davids’ ongoing efforts to ensure that Kansans have a strong voice in shaping national infrastructure policy.

Today, following the conclusion of last week’s National Transportation Safety Board's (NTSB) three-day investigative hearing into the tragic January midair collision between Flight 5342 from ICT to DCA with a military helicopter, Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement:

SHAWNEE, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids completed a supply chain tour across Kansas’ Third District to highlight how supporting local farms and food businesses helps lower grocery prices for Kansas families. From farm visits to kitchen incubators to local grocery stores, Davids met with producers and entrepreneurs working to strengthen our local food system.

KANSAS CITY, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited the University of Kansas Medical Center to speak directly with doctors, researchers, and public health advocates about the urgent need to protect medical research funding.

KANSAS CITY, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited El Centro’s Head Start program in Kansas City, KS to meet with students, educators, and staff. During her visit, Davids read to children and spoke with faculty about the importance of affordable, reliable early childhood education — especially for working parents.

Today, Representative Sharice Davids urged the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Chief Tom Schultz and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought to immediately release critical federal investments owed to the Kansas Forest Service (KFS).

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS), a member of the Ho Chunk Nation of Wisconsin, alongside Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA), introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act. The bill would help improve hiring and retention for tribal law enforcement officers in Central Washington and across the United States.  

Today, Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03), alongside Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), introduced the ABLE Employment Flexibility Act, a bill designed to help workers with disabilities build financial security without risking essential federal benefits.