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Today, on the three-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, Representative Sharice Davids joined her colleagues to introduce two important bills aimed at restoring and protecting reproductive freedom nationwide. After Dobbs, Kansas became the first state to hold a vote on abortion access, overwhelmingly choosing to protect reproductive rights.
"Protecting U.S. safety and security is my top priority, and I will be closely reviewing the intelligence on whether these actions effectively addressed the threat of Iran’s nuclear program. My respect is with all service members stationed around the world. But let me be clear, President Trump’s unilateral decision to launch military action against Iran without constitutionally-mandated congressional approval puts American troops and global stability at risk and threatens another endless war.
Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded the University of Kansas Medical Center’s Project Eagle, a Head Start project, with a new federal grant. The $5.68 million will be used to continue providing early education opportunities and family support services to children and families in Wyandotte County.
Today, Representative Sharice Davids demanded answers from United States Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on critical staffing shortages at the National Weather Service (NWS) that are putting Kansans at risk amid an increasingly severe storm season.
Last week, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) called on the Trump Administration to immediately release long-overdue funding for National Heritage Areas (NHAs), which preserve local history, create jobs, and drive tourism across the country.
Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Frank Lucas (R-OK-03) introduced the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill aimed at improving access to healthy food for tribal communities across the country.
Today, during a U.S. House Agriculture Committee hearing, U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) questioned United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins on the recent terminations of federal workers, including at the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas. Rollins called the firings an “imperfect process.”
Today, Representative Sharice Davids reintroduced her Empowering Parents’ Healthcare Choices Act, a bipartisan bill designed to cut insurer red tape, avoid surprise medical bills, and give parents decision-making power over their infant’s health care — not the insurance company. She was joined by Congressman Gabe Evans (R-CO-08).
Last week, ahead of the 60th anniversary of the landmark Griswold v. Connecticut decision affirming the constitutional right to contraception, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Judy Chu (CA-27), and Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) demanded the Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced a federal grant to help two rural Kansas nursing and rehabilitation centers lower their energy costs through solar power. The investments, totaling nearly $200,000, are part of the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), which helps small businesses and farms in rural areas make energy-efficient upgrades. Davids was the only member of Kansas’ Congressional Delegation to vote for the Inflation Reduction Act, which supports this program.
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U.S. Representative Sharice Davids, along with three other lawmakers, has introduced the Securing America’s Fuels (SAF) Act. This bipartisan bill aims to strengthen the sustainable aviation fuel industry, create new opportunities for farmers, and cut emissions from transportation.
TOPEKA — U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids of Kansas joined five dozen colleagues requesting a House vote on legislation extending federal tax credits set to expire at the end of December that were implemented to moderate Affordable Care Act insurance costs.
TOPEKA — U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids of Kansas joined five dozen colleagues requesting a House vote on legislation extending federal tax credits set to expire at the end of December that were implemented to moderate Affordable Care Act insurance costs.
Representative Sharice Davids and 58 other House Democrats are calling for an immediate vote to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, matching a promise already made in the Senate. They say this is urgent because, without action, Kansans could see their monthly health insurance premiums jump by an average of 77 percent, putting coverage at risk for millions of Americans.
With the government reopened and the end of ObamaCare open enrollment fast approaching, House Democrats are calling on House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to hold a vote on extending the law’s enhanced premium tax credits.
It was a balmy, beautiful fall Friday afternoon as dozens of community members, elected officials, and parks staff gathered at two neighborhood parks in eastern Kansas City, Kansas to celebrate over $1.5 million in park improvements that officials say will be a milestone for historically underserved areas of Wyandotte County.
TOPEKA — Kansas turned in a 60-page application last week in hopes of receiving a share of $50 billion in federal money designed to transform rural health.
Nearly one-third of Kansans live in rural communities, and the state’s Rural Health Transformation Plan aims to improve health in those areas.
KANSAS CITY — Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kan, participated in a ceremony aimed at honoring local veterans, with a particular focus on celebrating the service and sacrifices they have made.
This event was more than just a ceremonial gathering; it served to highlight and address the sometimes-overlooked contributions of veterans within the community.
A significant moment during the event occurred when Rep. Davids returned stolen medals to a Vietnam veteran.
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Kansans are experiencing firsthand how much their monthly insurance costs will increase if Affordable Care Act tax credits expire at the end of the year, with some facing premium jumps of more than $1,400 per month.
The tax credit extension has been central to the record-breaking government shutdown discussions. People who purchase insurance on the open market qualify for the credits.
The government shutdown is the second longest in U.S. history. The House of Representatives has voted to pass a funding bill for the federal government, although Davids voted against it Sept. 19. Davids is a Democrat in a Congress where Republicans control the House, the Senate and the White House.