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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) announced $14,021,668 in CARES Act funding for Wichita Transit through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). The City of Wichita can use funds for bus driver wages and personal protection equipment, as well as preventative maintenance and sanitation of vehicles. “As we start to reopen Wichita, it’s critical that workers and… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released a statement following the announcement that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will grant the state of Kansas $5,760,000 for food bank purchases. “Communities across Kansas are still feeling the effects of COVID-19 as the state slowly reopens,” said Rep. Estes. “This funding is… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) is cosponsoring the Reopening America by Supporting Workers and Businesses Act of 2020 – legislation encouraging Americans to return to work following months of forced shutdowns and layoffs.    "With so many businesses reopening in Kansas and throughout the country, it's critical that employees are there to fill the job openings… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement amid protests and riots in Kansas and across the country.    "Our country continues to react to the terrible murder of George Floyd," said Rep. Estes. "Many Kansans have peacefully rallied to mourn the loss of life and seek positive change in our society. Unfortunately, peaceful protests have been… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released a statement following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) announcement of $1 billion in loan guarantees to help ag businesses meet the needs of the American supply chain.  “These loan guarantees ensure that our farmers, ranchers and growers can continue to feed Kansas and the rest of the United States during this… Read more »

WICHITA — Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) announced the 4th District winners of this year's Congressional Art Competition today on social media. Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives hosts An Artistic Discovery: Congressional Art Competition for High School Students, which takes place in every congressional district with each first-place winner having their artwork on display in… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement after the IRS issued a new rule regarding donor information requirements for certain nonprofit organizations. "For years, Democrats have used IRS disclosure rules to shame donors who give to worthy, conservative nonprofits," said Rep. Estes. "Using a bully pulpit to intimidate Americans for the way they… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) applauded the Trump administration's negotiations of a $35-per-month co-pay cap for most seniors on Medicare.  "Many seniors rely on insulin, and now the 1 in 3 Medicare enrollees with diabetes will benefit from a newly negotiated $35-per-month insulin co-pay rate," said Rep. Estes. "This is reassuring for the 3 million… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) joined his colleagues in suing House Speaker Nancy Pelosi after House rules were changed, allowing Members to abdicate their responsibility and vote by proxy.  "The unconstitutional rule to vote by proxy empowers House leadership and devalues the representational aspect of our republic," said Rep. Estes. "When Americans vote, they… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) called on the Kelly administration Wednesday to disburse federal funds intended for cities, counties and other entities after a report showed Kansas is one of 32 states still withholding most of those dollars.  "Kansas communities have been negatively impacted by COVID-19-related health and economic challenges, which is why Congress… Read more »