Email from Rep. Mann Thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. Message from Rep. Tracey Mann. Having Trouble Viewing? Click Here. Fellow Kansan, Thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. After 41 days of Washington Democrats’ shutdown, the Senate has finally found an off-ramp to reopen the government. I am travelling back to Washington, D.C. to vote on the bipartisan agreement that advances three appropriations bills to be signed into law and allows the House to return to our legislative business. If you would like more information on what I am working on this week, be sure to follow me on social media. I do not serve in Congress to be a caretaker in the slow demise of America— I serve to fight and work to make it stronger. That’s what I am doing while believing our brightest days are yet to come. Yours in service, Click below to follow me on social media. Mann.House.Gov Honoring Our Nation's Veterans Happy Veteran's Day! The price of freedom is not free, and we are forever indebted to the men and women in uniform who put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. Today and every day, we remember and honor those who have defended our nation over the last 249 years and protected the liberties and freedom we enjoy as Americans. We do not take your service for granted. Thank you, veterans for all you have done to make America the greatest and freest country in the world. Putting an End to Washington Democrats' Political Games After more than 40 days of unnecessary delay, the Senate has finally taken a step toward reopening the federal government. The House passed a clean, non-partisan continuing resolution in September to keep the government open at current funding levels. Since then, Senate Democrats voted down that CR 14 separate times, choosing political theatre over the well-being of Americans. This weekend, the Senate finally agreed to a funding extension that reopens the federal government, allows vulnerable families to receive the benefits they depend on, and pays the hard-working men and women in the federal workforce. It’s time to end the political posturing, restore regular order, and get back to business. This agreement was the right thing to do, and I am grateful the shutdown is nearing an end. Interviewing Students for our Military Academies Last month, I hosted our fifth annual Big First Congressional Military Academy Nomination Day in Abilene, Kansas—the hometown of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. It’s one of my greatest honors in Congress to nominate students from the Big First to attend our nation’s service academies. A panel of distinguished Kansas leaders helped interview some of the brightest, most committed young men and women in our district—students who are eager to serve their country and lead the next generation of military officers. I'm grateful to the panel for sharing their time and experience, and to the students for their willingness to answer the call to serve. The dedication and character these students displayed give me great confidence in the future of our country and its next generation of leaders. Military Academy Nomination Day Serving The Big First My offices in Washington, D.C., and across the Big First remain open and ready to help. Whether you’re planning a trip to our nation’s capital, need assistance with passports or a federal agency, or want to request an American flag flown over the Capitol, we have resources available.  We’re also proud to assist Kansas veterans with accessing benefits and resolving issues with the VA. You can find helpful information and request services anytime at mann.house.gov, or feel free to call one of my offices in Washington, Manhattan, or Dodge City. My team and I are here to serve you. Constituent Services     Visiting Washington, D.C.? Contact My Office One of my favorite parts of representing the Big First District in Congress is hosting Kansans when they visit our nation’s capital. If you are planning a visit to Washington, D.C., please contact my office. My staff and I can help schedule tours of the White House, the U.S. Capitol, and answer any questions that you may have. For more information or to schedule a tour, please visit my website and submit a tour request form, or call my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 225-2715. We look forward to seeing you! Click here to submit a tour request Please note: White House tour requests must be requested at least one week in advance. Space is limited and a tour request does not guarantee a spot. CONSTITUENT SERVICES     Manhattan Office 317 Houston Street Suite A Manhattan, KS 66502 Phone: (785) 370-7277 Dodge City Office 100 Military Avenue Suite 203 Dodge City, KS 37801 Phone: (620) 682-7340 Washington, D.C. Office 344 Cannon HOB Washington, D.C. 20515  Phone: (202) 225-2715 If I can do anything to help you, please reach out to my office. Sincerely,   Rep. Mann | 344 Cannon House Office Bldg. | Washington, DC 20515 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice