Friend,
I want to start off by offering my sincerest prayers and well wishes to those recovering from natural disasters in Mexico and Puerto Rico. I have been in communication with Congresswoman González-Colón from Puerto Rico, and it is clear that they have a long way to go. I encourage you to give what you can to causes that will help the victims, and to keep them in your prayers.
As always, if you have any questions, concerns or know of ways my office can be of assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us.
In the House
Congressional Delegation to China
Several of my colleagues and I are in China this week for meetings on trade and national security.
The picture to the left was taken after our meeting with Zheng Zeguang, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs with a focus on North America. We discussed our long term shared goals for national security, and specifically focused on the threat posed by North Korea.
In addition to Zheng Zeguang, we met with the U.S. Ambassador to China, Terry Branstad and James Green of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative. We discussed our new agreement to sell U.S. beef in China, DDG exports to China, ethanol and other ways to expand our trade partnership. As the former Governor of Iowa, Ambassador Branstad understands agriculture, and the economies of states like Kansas. He is, and will continue to be, a great advocate for our producers.
My colleagues and I also had the chance to meet with Secretary Liu Jiayi of the Shandong Province (shown right). Shandong is the home of Confucius, and the Secretary made a point to quote the philosopher on promoting peace.
The Secretary also spoke positively about the increased trade between our countries, and our efforts to expand those agreements even further.
Military academy nomination deadline approaching
My office will be accepting applications to attend the United States service academies through Friday, Oct. 6!
Individuals ages 17 to 22 residing in Kansas’ 1st Congressional district may apply. All applications can be submitted on my website.
For questions or more information, call 620-765-7800.
Kansas state fair visitors
Thanks to all those who visited with my staff and me at the Kansas State Fair! Hearing the comments, concerns and ideas from Kansans all over the state helps us serve you better. If you’d like to weigh in on the upcoming tax reform debate, CLICK HERE.