Press Releases

WASHINGTON–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) questioned Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar today during a Ways and Means Committee budget hearing. The Congressman also asked the Secretary about rural health care and his appointment today of former Kansas Governor Dr. Jeff Colyer. "I'm particularly proud to hear about your announcement earlier today about the former governor from Kansa... Read more »

WASHINGTON-Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) announced the U.S. Department of Labor has certified the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) petition for Spirit AeroSystems and on-site leased workers affected by recent production halts. "Today's certification of a Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) petition is welcome news to the men and women impacted by recent aerospace production halts," said Rep. Est... Read more »

WASHINGTON-Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement concerning the threat of coronavirus and the actions taken by the United States: "The president and the administration are taking the appropriate steps to keep Americans safe," said Rep. Estes. "I’ve been in contact with health officials at the federal level as well as in Kansas, ensuring that the $2.5 billion in requeste... Read more »

WASHINGTON-Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement announcing Supplemental Emergency Relief grants totaling $3,776,956 for Kansas: "In 2019 our state was impacted by incredible floods that damaged homes, businesses, farms and infrastructure," said Rep. Estes. "Kansans are resilient, and we are working to rebuild our lives following those devastating downpours. Through gra... Read more »

WASHINGTON–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement after Monday's Ninth Circuit decision upholding Title X regulations and Tuesday's U.S. Senate vote on two pro-life bills: "Kansans value life and repeatedly reaffirm their commitment to the unborn. Monday the Ninth Circuit upheld common sense regulations that prevent Title X Family Planning dollars from going to abortion ... Read more »

WICHITA–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) has announced two opportunities available to high school students in 2020 – the annual Congressional Art Competition and nominations to U.S. service academies. "These two opportunities for high school students are incredible ways for young Kansans to showcase their talent and ability through the arts and service," said Rep. Estes. "Each year I'm encouraged ... Read more »

WASHINGTON–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released a statement following yesterday's Ways and Means Committee markup of the bipartisan Consumer Protections Against Surprise Billing Act: "An emergency room visit or scheduled procedure can be stressful if it's followed by an unexpected medical bill from an out-of-network provider. Even when Kansans do their due diligence to find covered providers,... Read more »

WASHINGTON–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) has announced new communications roles for two members of his staff. Roman Rodriguez will move from Press Secretary to Communications Director and continue to serve from the Wichita District Office. Grace Davis will move from Scheduler and Executive Assistant to Press Secretary and continue to serve from the Washington, D.C., office. “Roman and Grace hav... Read more »

WASHINGTON–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement after the Senate acquitted President Donald Trump on both articles of impeachment: "Our founders established a Constitution and a government that is rooted in freedom, truth and the will of the American people. The articles of impeachment that were passed in the House and debated in the Senate did not reach the Constituti... Read more »

WASHINGTON–Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement after President Donald Trump delivered the State of the Union address to Congress: "Tonight was a clear message of freedom and prosperity for the American people," said Rep. Estes. "The state of our union is stronger than ever before, and all Kansans are benefiting from this great American comeback. Unfortunately, Speaker... Read more »