Tracey Mann

Rep. Mann Introduces Modern Skies Act to Update America’s Aviation System

Position: The release supports introducing the Modern Skies Act, legislation to invest in updating air traffic control technology, replacing aging aviation infrastructure, and improving airports nationwide, building on prior federal investment.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Aviation Subcommittee, introduced the Modern Skies Act, legislation to invest in updating America’s air traffic control system, rebuilding aging aviation infrastructure, and improving airports across the country. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) introduced the Senate companion legislation. The Modern Skies Act builds on the $12.5 billion investment Congress made through the Working Families Tax Cuts to begin replacing outdated air traffic control technology and infrastructure. The legislation provides the resources necessary for the next phase of modernization while investing in air traffic control towers, airport terminals, runways, and other critical aviation infrastructure. “America invented modern aviation, and we should have an aviation system that sets the standard for the rest of the world,” said Rep. Mann. “Last year, Congress worked with President Trump and Secretary Duffy to make a historic investment in replacing decades-old air traffic control technology. We are already seeing that investment at work, but the job is not finished. The Modern Skies Act builds on that progress by updating the technology our air traffic controllers rely on, replacing aging towers and facilities, and investing in airports nationwide. As a member of the House Aviation Subcommittee, I am proud to introduce this legislation and work alongside President Trump, Secretary Duffy, and Senator Schmitt to strengthen the safety and reliability of our National Airspace System and keep America the global leader in aviation.” “Air travel is more accessible than ever, but for too many Americans, getting where they need to go still feels like a gamble," said Senator Schmitt. "Travelers face long lines, aging airports, constant delays, and an air traffic control system in desperate need of attention. That is a far cry from the golden age of American aviation that St. Louis’ own Charles Lindbergh helped usher in. The Modern Skies Act will launch a new era of American aviation by building a world-class system that works better for air traffic controllers, airlines, and, most importantly, passengers. President Trump and Secretary Duffy are tackling these challenges head-on, and I’m proud to lead this effort alongside them to make air travel great again.” “Under President Trump, we have made historic progress revitalizing our airspace,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. “With investments from the Working Families Tax Cut, we’ve already replaced the majority of outdated copper wire with high-speed fiber in our towers, transitioned nearly a third of radios controllers used, and installed new surveillance technology in half of our target airports. We’ve also reimagined how we manage the airspace – deploying a state-of-the-art scheduling tool to prevent delays and cancellations. But to finally fix air travel for the American people, we need to pass the Modern Skies Act. This bill will give us the funding we need to modernize the digital architecture powering air traffic control, replace crumbling aviation infrastructure, and build world-class airports across the country.” The Modern Skies Act would invest $30 billion across America’s aviation system, including: $10.1 billion for air traffic control modernization to support the next phase of FAA modernization, including a common automation platform and controller workstation, cloud and telecommunications infrastructure, facility consolidation, and modern air traffic flow-management technology. $10 billion for an Aging Terminal Pilot Program to modernize or rebuild major terminals at up to three medium hub airports, increasing passenger capacity and supporting service to smaller communities. $10 billion for terminal, tower, and airport improvements, including $2 billion for air traffic control towers and facilities, $3 billion for Airport Improvement Program projects, and $5 billion for airport terminal modernization. Additional flexibility for existing air traffic control funding to allow the FAA to transfer previously appropriated funding among components of its modernization program as implementation progresses while maintaining congressional oversight and reporting requirements. Congress provided $12.5 billion through the Working Families Tax Cuts to begin modernizing the nation’s air traffic control system. The Department of Transportation is using that funding to replace aging telecommunications lines, radios and radars, transition towers to electronic flight strips, and deploy new surface-awareness technology. The FAA projects commercial flights will increase by more than 40 percent by 2046, alongside continued growth in drones, commercial space launches, and new aircraft technologies, increasing the need for a modern and resilient National Airspace System. The Modern Skies Act is supported by organizations representing nearly every segment of the American aviation industry, including Airlines for America, Air Line Pilots Association, National Air Traffic Controllers Association, American Association of Airport Executives, National Business Aviation Association and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. For more information on Rep. Mann visit www.mann.house.gov Issues:Transportation & Infrastructure

Rep. Mann Presses ATF For Clarity Following Suppressor Regulations

Position: Rep. Mann urges ATF to promptly issue clear guidance on implementing the Silencer Shop Foundation v. ATF ruling affecting NFA suppressor registration requirements, and states that the Second Amendment is a fundamental right. The release also references his prior opposition to the assault weapons ban and to ATF stabilizing-brace and zero-tolerance policies.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) sent a letter to Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Director Robert Cekada requesting clear and timely guidance for law-abiding firearm owners, manufacturers, and federally licensed firearms dealers following the August federal court ruling in Silencer Shop Foundation v. ATF. The ruling affects federal suppressor registration requirements under the National Firearms Act (NFA) and has created uncertainty regarding existing and pending applications, Form 4 approvals, and the requirements that remain in effect. In his letter, Rep. Mann urged ATF to promptly explain how it will implement the ruling and provide clear direction to Americans and businesses seeking to comply with federal law. “Law-abiding gun owners and businesses should not be left guessing about what federal law requires of them,” said Rep. Mann. “The Second Amendment is a fundamental constitutional right, and the federal government has a responsibility to provide clear, transparent guidance when a court ruling changes how firearm regulations are enforced. Without clear guidance from ATF, law-abiding Americans and businesses are being left to determine for themselves how this ruling affects their rights, responsibilities, and livelihoods. ATF should work directly with Congress and the firearms community to provide answers and restore certainty as quickly as possible.” Rep. Mann specifically requested information from ATF regarding: Steps the agency has taken to implement the Silencer Shop Foundation v. ATF ruling How the ruling will affect the Form 4 application and approval process Which federal NFA registration requirements will remain in effect How ATF will handle existing and pending applications What procedures firearm owners, manufacturers, and dealers should follow going forward When ATF intends to publish official, finalized guidance Rep. Mann is a staunch defender of the Second Amendment. In January 2025, Rep. Mann introduced the RIFLE Act of 2025. Rep. Mann also penned a letter to former ATF Director Steven Dettelbach in January of 2024, pushing back against President Biden's zero-tolerance policy. In June 2023, Rep. Mann voted to block ATF’s rule to reclassify pistols with stabilizing braces as short-barreled rifles and shotguns. Rep. Mann opposed the Biden Administration’s overreaching executive orders that made it harder for law-abiding citizens to own firearms and voted against legislation to establish an unconstitutional assault weapons ban. Click here to view the full text of the letter. Issues:Second Amendment

Rep. Mann Votes to Support American Troops, Strengthen National Security

Position: Rep. Mann voted to advance H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, and expresses support for its provisions on military pay, munitions production, nuclear deterrence, and defense spending. The release states support for codifying elements of the President's defense agenda and for strengthening deterrence against China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance H.R. 8800, theNational Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027(NDAA). The annual bill provides critical resources for U.S. national defense, military readiness, and support for the nation’s service members. Rep. Mann released the following statement after the vote. “Freedom is not free, and we have a duty to support the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to defend it,” said Rep. Mann. “This year’s NDAA advances peace through strength by building a ready, capable, and lethal fighting force and codifying key elements of President Trump’s America First defense agenda. I was proud to support the men and women serving at Fort Riley and around the globe by voting to give servicemembers a pay raise, revitalize our defense industrial base, rebuild depleted stockpiles, restore our warfighting capabilities, and strengthen deterrence against adversaries like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. I am proud to stand with our military. God bless our troops.” The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027: Expedites the production and acquisition of munitions, rebuilding our depleted stockpiles. Strengthens American nuclear deterrence and invests in innovative missile defense systems. Provides all servicemembers with a pay raise while improving housing, education, and access to childcare for all military families. Advances 65 of President Trump's executive orders and Legislative Proposals to efficiently build a ready, capable, and lethal fighting force. Streamlines Department of War operations and cuts nearly $30 billion in wasteful programs. ### For more information on Rep. Mann visit www.mann.house.gov Issues:Defense

Rep. Mann, Real Estate Caucus Co-Chairs Increase American Home Building Efficiency

Position: The representatives support streamlining federal Build America, Buy America compliance requirements for home builders and manufacturers by allowing HUD to recognize auditable systems that verify BABA-compliant materials, with the goal of reducing regulatory delays and increasing housing construction.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01), alongside Real Estate Caucus Co-Chairs Reps. Mark Alford (MO-04) and Lou Correa (CA-46), as well as Reps. Brad Finstad (MN-01) and Johnny Olszewski (MD-02), introduced the Build American Efficiency Act, legislation to help home builders and manufacturers more easily comply with Build America, Buy America requirements and build American homes faster. “America needs more homes, not Washington red tape,” said Rep. Mann. “The Build American Efficiency Act is a commonsense bill that will help builders, manufacturers, and housing providers navigate complicated federal compliance requirements without sacrificing our commitment to American-made products. By allowing HUD to recognize auditable and verifiable systems that identify BABA-compliant materials, this bill will reduce unnecessary delays, cut down on waiver requests, and help get more homes built across the country." “I’m proud to join our Real Estate Caucus Co-Chairs in introducing the Build American Efficiency Act,” said Rep. Alford. "This commonsense bill will reduce regulatory burdens by making Buy America, Build America compliance easier for our home builders and manufacturers. This bill clarifies that HUD can recognize auditable, verifiable databases — like the Make It American Process Standard — to help document compliant American-made products. It does not mandate any database, but simply gives builders better tools so we can build more American homes faster with American products.” “I am pleased to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan bill to speed up the building of new homes,” said Rep. Correa. “By cutting red tape, this bill helps builders comply with federal requirements to use American-made construction materials. It will increase our housing supply and make it easier for Southern Californians and others across the nation to afford the American Dream.” “Determining compliance in the Build America, Buy America (BABA) program often wastes valuable time submitting waivers and trying to determine approvals," said Rep. Finstad. "The Build American Efficiency Act streamlines this process for our nation’s home builders and manufacturers, reducing costly delays, boosting efficiency, and helping build American homes faster. I’m proud to join Congressman Tracey Mannas an original cosponsor on this important legislation for our housing industry and those who build the spaces we call home." “We need commonsense solutions to tackle our nation’s housing shortage and bring costs down for working families,” said Rep. Johnny Olszewski. “The bipartisan Build American Efficiency Act will make it easier for builders and manufacturers to comply with federal requirements, reducing unnecessary delays and helping to build more homes, faster. This is a practical solution that uplifts American-made products and American workers.” The Build American Efficiency Act would: Clarify that the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development has the authority to recognize auditable and verifiable systems that document products that comply with Build America, Buy America domestic content requirements Allow HUD to treat documentation generated under the Make It American Process Standard, or similar standards that provide an auditable and verifiable certification process, as sufficient evidence for domestic content certification Help manufacturers, builders, and funding recipients more easily determine which products comply with BABA requirements Reduce time spent navigating waiver requests, duplicative paperwork, and uncertainty over which products have or have not been approved Preserve flexibility by ensuring the bill does not mandate the use of any one database or prohibit recipients from using other lawful methods to certify compliance. The Build American Efficiency Act is supported by ABB, Associated General Contractors, Eaton, National Association of Electrical Distributors, National Association of Realtors, National Electrical Contractors Association, National Electrical Manufacturers Association, Prysmian, Schneider, Siemens, and Southwire. "In line with ABB’s local-for-local strategy, we applaud NEMA's Make It American™ program and its commitment to providing credible, transparent compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act, allowing agencies to authorize infrastructure projects faster," said Deni Miller, ABB Electrification Business Leader, U.S. "Representative Mann's legislation highlights the strength of U.S. manufacturing and accelerates the adoption of American-made solutions that meet the highest standards for reliability and quality while bolstering our nation's critical infrastructure." "We commend Congressman Mann for introducing the Build American Efficiency Act," said Wes Smith, President and CEO of the National Association of Electrical Distributors. "The bill provides a commonsense approach to Build America, Buy America compliance by recognizing NEMA’s trusted, third-party certification process that manufacturers can use to demonstrate domestic content compliance for HUD-funded projects. Greater consistency and transparency in compliance requirements will help manufacturers, distributors, and contractors reduce administrative burdens, support domestic manufacturing, strengthen supply chains, and ensure federally funded projects can move forward more efficiently while continuing to prioritize American-made products." "With nearly $200 billion invested in domestic manufacturing since 2018, the U.S. electroindustry is leading the charge on reshoring manufacturing — and the Make It AmericanTM certification program reflects that commitment in action. Through rigorous, independent third-party audits, NEMA’s Make It American program gives U.S. manufacturers a credible, government-recognized pathway to demonstrate compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act's domestic content requirements for federally funded projects," said NEMA Senior Vice President of Strategic Growth and Membership Alexa Burr. "The Federal Highway Administration has already designated Make It American as an official compliance resource for federal-aid highway projects. Rep. Mann's Build American Efficiency Act builds on that precedent by extending the same recognition to HUD-funded construction. By recognizing NEMA's Make It American Process Standard and certification offerings — covering company, facility, and product-level verification — as sufficient evidence of BABA compliance, this legislation gives manufacturers a clear path forward, empowers contractors and project owners to identify qualifying products through the NEMA BABA Registry, and ensures American tax dollars are invested in American communities through American-made materials. We commend Rep. Mann for taking this step and look forward to working with Congress to continue expanding recognition of the Make It American program across every corner of federal funding and procurement." “Siemens is a proud participant of NEMA’s Make It AmericanTM program, which offers a transparent framework for companies to document compliance with Buy America Preference requirements and ensures accountability in the manufacturing process,” said Barry Powell, President, Siemens Smart Infrastructure Electrical Products North America, and Vice Chair, NEMA Board of Directors. “Representative Mann’s legislation marks a critical step in expanding recognition of the Make It American certification among federal agencies—and would help accelerate U.S. electrical manufacturing investment across the United States.” For more information on Rep. Mann visit www.mann.house.gov

Rep. Mann Supports Kansas Producers, Funds Critical Agricultural Programs

Position: Rep. Mann voted to pass the FY2027 Agriculture Appropriations Act, which funds agricultural research, animal health programs, rural community investments, and the Food for Peace program while reducing regulatory burdens on livestock and poultry producers.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01), Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee, voted to pass the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2027in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation supports America’s farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, and rural communities while refocusing federal spending on core priorities. Rep. Mann released the following statement after the vote. “American farmers and ranchers feed, fuel, and clothe the world, and Congress should be doing everything we can to give them the tools they need to succeed,” said Rep. Mann. “This appropriations bill supports agricultural research, strengthens animal health programs, invests in rural communities, and reins in burdensome regulations that hurt our livestock and poultry producers. I also worked to secure funding for Food for Peace, which expands markets for American-grown commodities while feeding hungry people around the world. I was proud to support this legislation and will keep fighting to make sure Kansas producers have a strong voice in Washington.” Many of Rep. Mann's submitted priorities were included in the FY2027 Agriculture Appropriations Act: Long-term funding for the Food for Peace program, which uses American-grown commodities to feed hungry people worldwide Language prioritizing Food for Peace grants through public-private partnerships Support for the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program Investments in agricultural research that keep U.S. agriculture on the cutting edge Funding for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) research Support for USDA’s Center for Veterinary Biologics and language to promote efficiency and modernization within the center During Secretary Brooke Rollins’ hearing today before the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Mann asked her about USDA’s successful administration of the Food for Peace program and the importance of keeping American-grown commodities at the center of international food assistance. He also spoke on the House floor earlier this week in support of the bill, emphasizing the importance of Food for Peace for American farmers and hungry people around the world. ### Issues:Agriculture

Rep. Mann Votes for Rural Infrastructure Investment, Five-Year Reauthorization of Highway Bill

Position: Rep. Mann supports the BUILD America 250 Act, a five-year surface transportation reauthorization that invests in roads, bridges, rail, and freight infrastructure while streamlining permitting and strengthening the Highway Trust Fund.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance the BUILD America 250 Act out of the Transportation & Infrastructure Committee by a vote of 62 to 2. The bipartisan bill reauthorizes and invests in America's most critical Surface Transportation programs and infrastructure projects for the next five years. “Strong roads, bridges, rail, and freight infrastructure are essential to keeping people and goods moving safely and efficiently across our country,” said Rep. Mann. “The BUILD America 250 Act focuses on the basics by investing in the core infrastructure Americans rely on every day, cutting red tape so projects can be completed faster, giving states the flexibility to meet their unique transportation needs, and strengthening the Highway Trust Fund. The Big First has more bridges than any congressional district in the country, so I am proud that this bill makes the largest investment in American bridges in our nation’s history while supporting the industries that power our state. Seventy years after President Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act into law, this legislation honors his legacy by keeping America moving.” The Build America 250 Act: Cuts red tape and speeds up permitting timelines to deliver projects more quickly and reliably Strengthens the Highway Trust Fund by ensuring all users, including EVs, pay their fair share Provides the largest investment ever in American bridges Ensures funding flexibility for states, recognizing they know best how to address their transportation needs Improves highway safety by supporting law enforcement and consolidating federal safety programs for easier administration Rep. Mann spoke in favor of the legislation on the House floor, asking his colleagues to honor President Eisenhower's legacy and vote for this investment in America's surface infrastructure. ### Issues:Transportation & Infrastructure

Rep. Mann, Real Estate Caucus Co-Chairs Applaud Passage of Bipartisan Affordable Housing Bill

Position: The representatives support the House-passed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which expands homeownership and affordability by increasing housing supply, removing regulatory barriers, expanding financing options, protecting renters, and limiting institutional investor purchases.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Real Estate Caucus, Reps. Tracey Mann (KS-01), Mark Alford (MO-04), Lou Correa (CA-46), and Brittany Pettersen (CO-04), celebrated the House Amendment to the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act passing the U.S. House of Representatives with overwhelming bipartisan support. The House version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act expands homeownership and makes housing more affordable by focusing the efforts of local, state, and federal governments on reforming housing programs, removing unnecessary barriers to housing development, expanding financing, providing new protections for renters, and preventing large institutional investors from pricing families out of the market. “Homeownership is central to the American Dream, but for too many Kansas families, that dream feels further out of reach every year,” said Rep. Mann. “The best way to bring down housing costs is to increase supply, cut through red tape, and support policies that allow more homes to be built. As Co-Chair of the Congressional Real Estate Caucus, I was proud to work with my colleagues to improve this legislation and remove provisions that would have lowered our housing supply. The House-passed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act takes a commonsense, bipartisan approach to expanding access to affordable housing and helping more Americans achieve the dream of owning a home.” “I hear from hardworking Missouri families every single day about how the skyrocketing cost of housing is crushing their budgets,” said Congressman Alford. “Today, Congress is finally doing something about it. I was proud to support this commonsense legislation to expand homeownership, lower costs, and increase supply. We’re one step closer to saving the American Dream, and I urge my colleagues in the Senate to swiftly pass this amended bill to send it to President Trump’s desk.” “The housing affordability crisis hit people across Orange County particularly hard, with skyrocketing home prices shutting out too many people from owning their own home, a core component of the American Dream,” said Rep. Correa. “I am pleased that this bipartisan legislation would make housing more affordable and encourage the building of new homes. This will benefit not only families in Southern California, but across the country.” In April, the Real Estate Caucus Co-Chairs led a letter signed by 76 Members of Congress urging House leadership to strip or revise provisions to ban Build-to-Rent homebuilding from the Senate’s ROAD to Housing Act before any package came to the House floor. The House Amendment successfully addresses those concerns, which is why the Real Estate Caucus officially endorsed the updated legislation last week. ###

Rep. Mann Votes to Support Kansas Farmers, Give Americans Choice at the Pump

Position: Rep. Mann supports the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, which allows year-round nationwide sales of E15 fuel by removing seasonal federal restrictions. He argues the legislation strengthens agricultural markets, supports domestic energy production, expands consumer choice, and reduces regulatory barriers.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to pass the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, legislation he cosponsors, in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 218 to 203. The bill allows E15 fuel to be sold year-round nationwide by removing burdensome federal restrictions that currently limit sales to the summer months. “Year-round E15 is a major win for Kansas agriculture, American energy, and families looking for more choices at the pump,” said Rep. Mann. “Kansas farmers help feed, fuel, and clothe the world, and this commonsense legislation strengthens markets for our producers, supports domestic energy production, and reduces unnecessary regulatory barriers. As a member of the Rural Domestic Energy Council, I have worked directly with producers, refiners, and energy stakeholders to craft this legislation, and I look forward to getting it across the finish line.” The Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act: Allows E15 fuel to be sold year-round nationwide by removing seasonal federal restrictions on its sale Strengthens markets for agricultural producers by increasing demand for ethanol-based fuels Expands consumer choice at the pump by making higher-ethanol fuel blends permanently available, but not required Supports domestic energy production by allowing more American-grown biofuels to reach consumers Adds more than 100,000 rural jobs at refineries nationwide Reduces unnecessary regulatory barriers that increase costs During debate on the legislation, Rep. Mann emphasized how both American families and agricultural producers will benefit from this policy. ### Issues:Agriculture Energy

Rep. Mann Votes for Passage of 2026 Farm Bill

Position: Rep. Mann voted for and supports passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, which reauthorizes farm programs, expands market access, improves credit access for farmers, and invests in rural infrastructure including broadband and water systems.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01), Chairman of the Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Subcommittee, voted to pass H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation, which passed by a vote of 224-200, authorizes vital farm programs across all 12 titles for the next five years. Rep. Mann released the following statement after the vote. “Passing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 is a win for the American farmer, rancher, and consumer,” said Rep. Mann. “Under Chairman Thompson’s strong leadership, we secured a Farm Bill that provides stability and certainty for agriculture while strengthening rural communities and keeping America’s food supply secure. This legislation follows years of bipartisan work and listening sessions around the country, hearing from producers like those in the Big First about the challenges they face every day. It builds on the foundation we laid in the Working Families Tax Cuts and finishes the job by reauthorizing key farm bill programs, expanding market access, improving access to credit, and investing in rural infrastructure like broadband, health care, and water systems. I am especially proud that this bill includes my legislation to permanently move the Kansas-born Food for Peace program to USDA, its rightful home, ensuring American-grown commodities remain the focus of the program and increasing accountability of taxpayer dollars. This is a commonsense bill that supports our farmers and ranchers who feed, fuel, and clothe the world and helps ensure American agriculture remains the greatest in the world." The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026: Builds on the historic agricultural investments included in the Working Families Tax Cuts Completes overdue reauthorization of key farm bill programs across conservation, rural development, research, trade, energy, and specialty crops Permanently moves Food for Peace to USDA, prioritizing American-grown commodities and cutting unnecessary bureaucracy Expands market access for U.S. agriculture by strengthening export promotion programs and reducing trade barriers Improves access to credit for farmers and ranchers while supporting young and beginning producers Invests in rural communities through stronger broadband, rural health care access, water infrastructure, and workforce development Promotes precision agriculture, research, and innovation to keep American producers competitive Supports voluntary, locally led conservation programs that protect working lands without adding unnecessary regulations During debate for the legislation, Rep. Mann shared the farm economy's need for the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, which delivers the certainty farmers and ranchers depend on, strengthens national security, and invests in rural America. ### Issues:Agriculture

Rep. Mann Votes for Passage of Comprehensive Aviation Safety Reform

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance H.R. 7613, the ALERT Act. This legislation, which Rep. Mann cosponsors, is the most comprehensive modernization to aviation safety in decades and directly addresses the probable causes and contributing factors of the January 29, 2025 DCA collision. The bill was passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 396 to 10. Rep. Mann released the following statement after the vote. "For Kansans, this legislation is deeply personal,” said Rep. Mann. “American Eagle Flight 5342 originated in Wichita, and our state will never forget the lives lost, the families forever changed, or the grief felt across our state. The ALERT Act is a comprehensive, bipartisan response that addresses the root causes identified by the NTSB and strengthens safety across our airspace to ensure no families have to experience that tragedy again. This legislation will modernize safety systems, improve airspace coordination, and enhance oversight to better protect the flying public going forward.” The ALERT Act: Implements all 50 safety recommendations from the NTSB to address the root causes of the DCA collision and strengthen aviation safety nationwide Requires advanced collision avoidance technology, including ADS-B In and next-generation ACAS Xa systems, to enhance pilot awareness and prevent midair collisions Improves coordination across the national airspace by strengthening communication and situational awareness for pilots and air traffic controllers Enhances air traffic control training, procedures, and oversight to promote a stronger safety culture and reduce risk Increases transparency and accountability by establishing new data tracking systems, a public safety dashboard, and improved FAA oversight mechanisms Rep. Mann emphasized how important this legislation is to Kansans during the bill's debate on the House floor. In March, Rep. Mann supported its passage during the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee bill markup. H.R. 7613 will now go to the U.S. Senate for further consideration. ### Issues:Transportation & Infrastructure