WASHINGTON – This week, Congressman Tim Huelskamp welcomed a delegation of local leaders from western Kansas, including representatives from Hays, Garden City and Liberal. Delegates had the opportunity to ask questions of congressional staff covering specific issues areas and later each community met with the Congressman to discuss their concerns.

Some of the shared concerns included protecting rural hospitals, ensuring Veterans can receive health care close to home, need for immigration reform, and preventing more over-regulation by Washington bureaucrats. In particular, these leaders outlined concerns with the proposed ‘Waters of the U.S.’ rule, listing under the Endangered Species Act, and government barriers to economic growth, affordable housing, and job creation.

In their meeting with the Congressman, Hays representatives discussed development of the R-9 Ranch, water conservation efforts, and continued job growth in Hays and throughout Ellis County.

Congressman Huelskamp made the following statement: “After 11 town halls back home in the last two weeks, it was great to then hear directly from leaders throughout western Kansas. Each year, I look forward to this visit from western Kansas and the opportunity to learn more about the issues and concerns on the minds across my home region. I use what they share to continue fighting for the needs of the Big First district.”