U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann (KS)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Tracey Mann (KS)
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Mann, Costa, Moran, Colleagues Urge USDA to Restore NASS Surveys
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann, along with Representative Jim Costa and U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, have penned a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, urging the restoration of several National Agricultural Statistics Service reports. In the letter, Mann expressed concern over the cancellation of important reports, stating, “USDA’s decision to cancel the July Cattle Report and discontinue the Cotton Yield Objective Survey and all County Estimates for Crops and Livestock only exacerbates that risk."Senator Moran also highlighted the significance of these...
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Mann Blasts Antisemitism, Ill-Informed Mobs on College Campuses
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) showed his staunch support in the fight against antisemitism by voting in favor of the Antisemitism Awareness Act, H.R. 6090. The bill, co-sponsored by Rep. Mann, aims to address discrimination against Jewish students on college campuses.In a powerful speech on the House floor, Rep. Mann condemned the rise of antisemitic protests in the country, emphasizing, "These are not pro-Palestinian protests, they are ill-informed mobs who believe that Hamas, a terrorist organization, is good for the people of Gaza."...
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Mann, Pappas Introduce Legislation to Reduce Intoxicated Driving
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Chris Pappas (NH-01) introduced the End Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Act of 2024. The bipartisan legislation aims to reduce intoxicated driving incidents by implementing a national ignition interlock standard.Highlighting the importance of the legislation, Rep. Tracey Mann emphasized, “Every life has value and is worthy of protection from harm.” The bill proposes mandatory first-time ignition interlock laws to decrease recidivism and enhance road safety. Rep. Mann pointed out that, on average, 37...
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Rep. Mann Stands with Israel, Votes to Strengthen U.S. National Security
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) showed strong support for Israel by voting yes on H.R. 8034, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024, emphasizing the importance of standing by America's ally in the Middle East. The bill successfully passed in the U.S. House of Representatives with a significant majority of 366-58.After the vote, Rep. Mann expressed, "The U.S. always has and always will stand with our strongest ally and sole-democratic partner in the Middle East, Israel." He also highlighted concerns about President Biden's...
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Mann Votes to Boost American National Security, Deter Communist China
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) played a pivotal role in bolstering American national security by voting in favor of H.R. 8036, the Indo-Pacific Security Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024. The legislation, aimed at countering communist China’s influence and deterring their aggression in the region, received overwhelming support in the U.S. House of Representatives with a vote of 385-34.Representative Mann emphasized the importance of the relationship between the United States and Taiwan, stating, “For decades, Taiwan has been a...
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Mann Opposes Irresponsible $60 Billion Blank Check to Ukraine
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) took a strong stand against the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024, voting against H.R. 8035 which passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 311-112. Following the vote, Rep. Mann expressed his concerns, stating, “Being the leader of the free world comes with great responsibility – both at home and abroad. It is in America’s interest for Ukrainian forces to defeat Russia, but it is irresponsible and unsustainable to continue funding a war in Ukraine without any oversight as to...
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Legislation Introduced to Enhance Crop Insurance Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann, along with Representatives Austin Scott and Jimmy Panetta, unveiled the Ensuring Access to Risk Management Act aimed at bolstering the crop insurance program.Addressing the need for improvements, Rep. Mann emphasized, “The higher the risk, the higher the fall, and the stronger the safety net you need to survive.” Highlighting the urgency of the situation, he pointed out that the program’s administrative and operating costs have not been adjusted for inflation since 2015, despite inflation reaching a forty-year...
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Mann to Congress: Give Agricultural Producers Certainty, Pass a Five-Year Farm Bill
Rep. Tracey Mann from Kansas has urged Congress to pass a comprehensive, five-year farm bill to provide certainty to agricultural producers. During a speech on the House Floor, Rep. Mann emphasized the need for a farm bill that can adapt to market changes while offering stability to farmers. He stated, “American farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers need certainty like never before – and Congress must deliver for them with a five-year farm bill.”As a member of the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Mann has been advocating for various priorities in the farm bill...
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Rep. Mann Blasts President Biden's Weak Foreign Policy, Stands with Israel
Rep. Tracey Mann from Kansas strongly criticized President Biden's foreign policy, particularly regarding Iran and Israel. Mann expressed his frustration with the President's approach towards the Iranian regime and its impact on the Middle East region. He condemned Biden's appeasement tactics and highlighted the dangers it poses to American and Israeli lives. Mann emphasized the need for a strong stance in supporting Israel and opposing Iran-backed terrorism."Since day one, President Biden’s mission has been to appease the Iranian regime as if it would be effective in...
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Mann, Arrington, Pfluger Challenge Biden Administration’s Burdensome Methane Emission Rule
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann, together with Representatives Jodey Arrington and August Pfluger, have introduced a Congressional Review Act joint resolution of disapproval to nullify the Biden Administration's final rule on oil and natural gas methane emissions regulations. The rule, recently finalized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), mandates energy producers to report methane emissions using third-party monitoring technology under the newly established Super-Emitter Program.Representative Mann expressed his concerns about the impact of the rule,...
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Rep. Mann Opposes Second Bloated Spending Package
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) took a firm stand against the Further Consolidation Appropriations Act, 2024, voting against it during the recent session in Congress. The bill, aimed at exceeding bipartisan spending caps set under the Fiscal Responsibility Act and bypassing the regular order on passing individual appropriation bills, faced opposition from Rep. Mann, who voiced concerns over the impact on taxpayers.In a statement following the vote, Rep. Mann emphasized, "Kansans are tired of Washington recklessly spending their hard-earned tax...
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Rep. Mann Continues Fight Against President Biden's Farm Killer Tax
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has voiced his concerns over President Biden's proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget and revenue proposals, specifically highlighting the threat posed to the agricultural community by the potential elimination of the stepped-up basis and the introduction of 'marked-to-market' capital gains taxes on longstanding family-owned farmland. In a statement, Rep. Mann emphasized the impact of these tax changes on generational farmers, stating, "Taxing the unrealized gains of generational farm assets threatens the livelihoods of the people who feed,...
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Rep. Mann Responds to President Biden's Unrealistic Budget Proposal
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has spoken out against President Biden's Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal, labeling it as wasteful government spending aimed at funding a partisan wishlist at the expense of American taxpayers. Rep. Mann criticized the President's approach, stating, "President Biden is spending money and buying votes. His new budget is more of the same." He emphasized the dire financial situation, pointing out that the country is already $34 trillion in debt, and expressed concern about the impact on future generations, saying, "President Biden is...
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Rep. Mann Responds to President Biden's State of the Union Address
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has issued a response to President Biden's recent State of the Union address. In his statement, Rep. Mann criticized the President's speech, highlighting various concerns regarding the administration's policies and priorities."Last night, President Biden touted a long list of partisan priorities that will cost American taxpayers more money and make our nation less safe," Rep. Mann stated. He expressed disappointment in the President's address, emphasizing the need for a focus on real issues and collaboration with House Republicans....
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Rep. Mann Urges President Biden to Address Key Issues in State of the Union
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has called upon President Biden to address crucial issues facing the nation in his upcoming State of the Union address. In a statement made on the House Floor, Rep. Mann emphasized the need to tackle challenges such as border security, inflation, national debt, and the weaponization of the federal government.Highlighting the urgency of the situation, Rep. Mann stressed the importance of bipartisan cooperation, stating, "I am hopeful that he will speak to the real issues before us and detail how he plans to work...
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Rep. Mann Opposes Bloated Spending Package
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has voiced his opposition to the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, citing concerns about the excessive spending it entails. In a statement, Rep. Mann emphasized the urgency of addressing the country's growing debt, stating, "America is $34 trillion in debt, and every corner of America is feeling the burden of out-of-control spending."Rep. Mann criticized the legislation for surpassing the bipartisan spending caps established under the Fiscal Responsibility Act and for bypassing the traditional process of passing individual...
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Rep. Mann, Colleagues Call on President Biden's EPA to End Burdensome Agricultural Processing Rule
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann, along with U.S. Senators Deb Fischer and Joni Ernst, have taken a stand against a proposed rule by the Biden Administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that would impact meat and poultry processing and rendering facilities.In a letter addressed to U.S. EPA Administrator Michael Regan, the members expressed their concerns about the proposed rule, stating, "This costly and technically complex proposed rule would burden hundreds of meat, poultry, and rendering facilities with unnecessary red tape."Representative Mann criticized...
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Rep. Mann Votes NO on Fourth Continuing Resolution
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has taken a firm stance by voting against H.R. 7463, the Extension of Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act of 2024. Rep. Mann expressed his dissatisfaction with the continuous reliance on short-term funding measures, stating, "We are living the same story over and over again." He emphasized the need for Congress to prioritize responsible spending and pass individual appropriation bills that address the genuine needs of the country.During the recent vote, H.R. 7463 passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a margin of...
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Rep. Mann Fights President Biden's War on American Energy
U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has taken a stand against the Biden Administration's approach to American energy production. In a recent vote, Rep. Mann supported H.R. 7176, the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act, which aims to lift restrictions on liquified natural gas (LNG) imports and exports, with the exception of those involving foreign adversaries, and streamline the export approval process."President Biden's war on American energy threatens the livelihoods of Americans, jeopardizes our allies' energy security, and compromises our national security,"...
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House Education and Workforce Committee Advances Rep. Mann's FAFSA Exemptions for Family Farms and Businesses
Last week, the House Education and Workforce Committee passed H.R. 1250, the Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act, as part of H.R. 6951, the College Cost Reduction Act. This legislation, led by Representatives Tracey Mann and Jimmy Panetta, aims to restore certain exemptions for family farms and small businesses under the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Representative Mann highlighted the importance of supporting family farms and small businesses, stating, "Family farms and small businesses exemplify the American dream. When young people from...