Press Releases
Sam Graves' role in KCI project called essential
By DAVE HELLING
The Kansas City Star
Sunday, August 25, 2013
Almost exactly a year ago, officials in Wichita broke ground on a new airport terminal, a $160 million project they had sought for more than a decade.
But Wichitans won't pay the full cost. Instead, the federal government is expected to kick in $60 million, thanks in part to the city's congressional delegation.
Graves touts need for flood control on river
By Marshall White
St. Joseph News-Press
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Congressman Sam Graves came to St. Joseph on Wednesday to listen. Chairman of the House of Representatives' committee on small business, Mr. Graves held a hearing on Missouri River management meeting the needs of small business.
After hearing from four area leaders and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mr. Graves promised to introduce legislation to make flood control the priority among the corps' eight authorized purposes.
Committee Field Hearing Highlights Economic Consequences of Missouri River Management Decisions
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Small Business Committee, led by Chairman Sam Graves (MO-06), today held a field hearing in St. Joseph, Missouri, examining management of the Missouri River and the effects on small businesses.
Congressman Sam Graves Holds River-Use Hearing
By John P Tretbar
St. Joseph Post
August 21, 2013
Several dozen people turned out at St Joe City Hall Wednesday morning, as Northern Missouri Congressman Sam Graves held a hearing on management of the Missouri River as it pertains to small businesses.
Graves says what he heard reinforces his belief that the Corps of Engineers needs to change its priorities.
No new KCI — but perhaps some upgrades, users say
By DAVE HELLING
The Kansas City Star
August 20, 2013
Opponents of a new single-terminal Kansas City International Airport lined up Monday to explain why they're fighting the $1.2 billion proposal.
It would be less convenient, they said. Too expensive. The area has other needs.
Public remains wary on terminal plan
By Ken Newton
St. Joseph News-Press
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
RIVERSIDE, Mo. — Congressman Sam Graves said he had yet to hear a convincing reason why Kansas City should build a new single-terminal international airport. After a public forum he hosted Monday afternoon, he still has not heard that reason.
Rep. Graves Visits Brookfield
Q&A Session Focuses on Healthcare and Compromise
By Dustin Watson
Linn County Leader
August 16, 2013
Sixth District U.S. Congressman Sam Graves (R-Tarkio) visited the soon-to-be-opened Brickhouse Bar and Grill in Brookfield while on his tour through the District this month. While at this event, Rep. Graves talked about healthcare, spending and cooperation in Congress.
Kansas City, MO– U.S. Congressman Sam Graves will be holding a series of Town Halls next Wednesday, August 21st. After conducting a House Small Business Committee field hearing in St. Joseph that morning, Graves will travel to Cameron, Hamilton, Gallatin, and Bethany for these public forums.
Study Makes The Case For Export Promotion Legislation
Opportunity for public to express opinions on proposed changes to Kansas City's airport