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Rep. Sharice Davids, a U.S. Congress member representing Kansas’ 3rd district since 2019, recently shared updates on her legislative activities and community engagements via social media posts. The representative has focused on initiatives aimed at enhancing financial security for people with disabilities and discussed local improvements in public transit and housing.

On December 6, 2024, Rep. Davids announced the introduction of the bipartisan ABLE Employment Flexibility Act, stating "Everyone deserves the opportunity to save for their future — including people with disabilities. That’s why I introduced the bipartisan ABLE Employment Flexibility Act." She emphasized that this legislation aims to empower workers with disabilities by providing them with opportunities to build financial security while equipping employers with additional support tools.

In a subsequent post on the same day, she described the act as "a commonsense fix that promotes equity, independence, and economic opportunity for millions of Americans." This statement further underscores her commitment to fostering inclusivity and equal opportunities within the workforce.

Later that day, Rep. Davids highlighted her meeting with local government officials from Wyandotte County and Kansas City, noting "I had a great meeting with the Unified Government of Wyandotte and Kansas City this week! We talked about improving public transit, expanding affordable housing, and creating economic opportunities for families." This engagement reflects her ongoing efforts to address key community issues such as transportation and housing affordability.