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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,...

  • Local Government

    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...

  • Local Government

    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....

  • Local Government

    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...

  • Local Government

    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...

  • Local Government

    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...

  • Local Government

    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...

  • Local Government

    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,"...

  • Local Government

    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...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Mann Helps Pass Tax Relief for American Families

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) has voted in favor of H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, which recently passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 357-70. This legislation aims to restore pro-growth tax policies that were implemented under the Trump Administration's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), providing much-needed relief for American farmers and businesses, cutting taxes for working families through an enhanced Child Tax Credit (CTC), and enhancing competitiveness against China.According to Rep....

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