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U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently visited the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) training center in Kansas City, Kansas. The ABC Kansas City chapter is dedicated to workforce development and training for contractors and construction-related professionals, aiming to address the national skilled labor shortage in the construction industry. The chapter also offers networking, advocacy, and educational opportunities for its members.

During his visit, Senator Marshall highlighted the importance of addressing workforce shortages in Kansas. "A major limiting factor in industries across Kansas is a lack of skilled workers," he stated. He expressed appreciation for the efforts of ABC Kansas City, saying, "I’m grateful that ABC Kansas City and the meaningful work they are doing for our community and our state to address workforce shortages. They are delivering a message of what hope and hard work can do to keep boosting our Kansas City construction industry and helping our Kansas professionals."