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May 25, 2023

Today, Representative Sharice Davids voted for bipartisan legislation that would restrict access to fentanyl and provide greater resources to local law enforcement to combat its use in Kansas. The HALT Fentanyl Actwould permanently place all fentanyl-related substances into a schedule I class, labeling the drug with a high potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical value.


May 19, 2023

Today, during National Police Week, Representative Sharice Davids took official action to boost resources for local law enforcement departments, reduce gun violence in Kansas, and support individual officers. Davids' decision to support the public safety package comes after a discussion earlier this week with police chiefs and sheriffs from Kansas' Third District, who shared their opinions on the legislation.


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Data to Save Moms Act
May 15, 2023

Today, Representative Sharice Davids recognized Mother's Day by reintroducing legislation to address America's worsening maternal mortality crisis and reaffirming her support for increased research and attention on maternal health care. Davids' Data to Save Moms Act seeks to understand the root causes of this emergency by improving data collection on maternal mortality and morbidity.

Issues:Health Care

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Rep. Sharice Davids announces her “State of our Systems: Safety” report in Westwood, Kansas.
May 12, 2023

Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) $100,000 to lower energy costs, enhance indoor air quality, and improve student health.

Issues:Education

May 11, 2023

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.


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Rep. Davids with student
May 11, 2023

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.


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Davids asks SBA Administrator Guzman to provide an update on SBA’s anti  fraud efforts for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and EIDL programs
May 9, 2023

Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids urged the Biden Administration to work across the aisle to help pass a comprehensive immigration reform bill. More than one year ago, Davids said the Title 42 public health order should remain until a bipartisan plan was reached.


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Rep. Davids in the House Small Business Committee markup hearing.
May 8, 2023

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.


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Rep. Sharice Davids visiting McLaine’s Market in Shawnee during her “Main Street Stroll.”
May 2, 2023

SHAWNEE, KSToday, 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.


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Rep. Sharice Davids eating lunch with Olathe Public Schools students.
May 1, 2023

OLATHE, KSToday, 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.


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January 29, 2026

Kansas lawmakers marked the one-year anniversary of the deadly midair collision involving American Airlines Flight 5342 by honoring the 67 people killed and renewing calls for stronger aviation safety reforms.

 


January 28, 2026

Kansas Congresswoman Sharice Davids visited Emerson Elementary School in Kansas City, Kansas after she introduced the Afterschool ACCESS Act to make afterschool care more accessible for working parents.

 

“We’ve been in this childcare deficit for a long time,” she said.

 

“We got to we’ve really got to start thinking outside the box to try to solve these issues.”

Issues:Education

January 28, 2026

Kansas Congresswoman Sharice Davids has introduced legislation aimed at expanding afterschool programs — but the people who run those programs say it won’t address their biggest challenge.

 

Issues:Education

January 27, 2026

A Kansas City-area U.S. representative secured about $9 million in federal infrastructure funds in Congress’ latest budget to finance projects in Wyandotte, Johnson and Miami counties, according to a news release sent last week.

 

The projects, championed by U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, are designed to improve road, water and aviation infrastructure in Kansas’ Third District.

 


January 22, 2026

The House of Representatives passed $100 million on Thursday to help transit agencies cover costs in the 2026 World Cup host cities.

 

Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids made the announcement. She is also the founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus.

 


January 10, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Kansas City area Democratic lawmakers voted torestorehealthinsurancetaxcreditsafter hearing from constituents whose premiums skyrocketed.
 
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Issues:Health Care

January 6, 2026

Originally, they were told it would be an extra seven days than expected. Their flight, along with hundreds of others, were cancelled due to the FAA shutting down airspace over the Caribbean.

 

Royals say Salvador Perez, Maikel Garcia are safe following raid in Venezuela

Some wouldn’t be too upset about extra days in paradise, but the Bernards were ready to get home and back to work, especially with some medication running low.


December 13, 2025

This month, President Donald Trump called affordability a “hoax,” a “con job” and a “scam.” Meanwhile, Kansas families are struggling to keep up with skyrocketing costs, especially during the holidays.

 

In Washington, too many decision-makers simply don’t feel these price increases themselves. When you’re wealthy and insulated, affordability becomes just another message in a polished campaign ad — not a reality you have to live with.


December 12, 2025

Lawmakers from both parties and businesses spanning the airline and farming industries want sustainable aviation fuel to take off.

 

A bill introduced by Republican and Democratic lawmakers this week would strengthen a credit for SAF producers that was recently pruned, while also aiming to create thousands of jobs in agriculture and other areas.

 


December 11, 2025

U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01), Mike Flood (NE-01), Sharice Davids (KS-03), and Troy Carter (LA-02) introduced the Securing America’s Fuels (SAF) Act, bipartisan legislation that strengthens the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry, creates economic opportunities for farmers, and reduces emissions in the transportation sector.