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U.S. Senator Roger Marshall continued his 100-stop tour across Kansas this week, visiting a range of community organizations and businesses in Eastern and Central Kansas. Stops included Envision National Headquarters, Meals on Wheels, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, the Veterans Affairs Center in Leavenworth, and Council Grove’s bicentennial celebration.

During his visit to Envision in Wichita, Senator Marshall learned about the organization’s mission to support individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The visit focused on Envision’s efforts in workforce development, innovation, advocacy, and its work with veterans and underserved communities. "Senator Marshall’s engagement underscored his commitment to supporting inclusive employment and accessibility initiatives across Kansas," according to the release.

The senator also joined a Meals on Wheels route in Wichita, delivering meals to seniors. The Older Americans Act helps fund organizations like Meals on Wheels so that home-bound seniors can access nutritious food. "Proper nutrition is essential for people of all ages and the Older Americans Act provides funding to help organizations like Meals on Wheels ensure home-bound seniors still have access to proper nutrition," the statement read.

At Charlotte Pipe and Foundry’s new facility opening in Maize, Senator Marshall marked the launch of an $80 million plant that will manufacture PVC pipes for plumbing and irrigation nationwide. He called this "a major win for Kansas manufacturing and infrastructure."

While touring the Leavenworth Veterans Affairs Center, Senator Marshall visited newly renovated facilities including a women’s clinic, emergency department, and eye care clinic. He also discussed future VA infrastructure projects planned for Eastern Kansas.

The senator ended his week at Council Grove’s bicentennial celebration where he spoke with community members about the town's history.