Ron Estes
Representative for Kansas · Republican · United States
“Her presence in Kansas politics is deep, and a great number of elected officials at the State, local, and Federal levels have consulted with Debbie or sought her advice at some point in her career. Many Kansans know Debbie and have appreciated her dedication to serving the people of the Fourth District of Kansas.”
House of Representatives30 April 2025Source ↗
“Debbie is a battle-tested, stalwart conservative who is trusted by many throughout Kansas, and her conservatism isn't a fad or a political front, but it is who she really is. In fact, I have been known as a fiscal hawk throughout my time in public service, but she is pretty comparable, giving me a run for my money on that banner.”
House of Representatives30 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of advancing President Trump's America First agenda. It was less than 2 months ago that I stood on this House floor as Republicans passed our budget resolution, putting a marker in the ground to restore and secure our country both physically and financially.”
House of Representatives9 April 2025Source ↗
“By voting ``yes,'' we are voting for a path to make the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent. It means making economic growth provisions like research and development, the small business passthrough, interest deductibility, and immediate expensing permanent parts of our tax code.”
House of Representatives9 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, tonight we are gathered on the House floor to honor the men and women who tragically lost their lives on January 29. Together, we represent the districts and States impacted by the heartbreaking crash of Flight 5342 and a United States Army Black Hawk helicopter.”
House of Representatives4 February 2025Source ↗
“In homes, churches, and community gatherings across the country, Americans have paused to honor the 67 souls who perished last week. Tonight, on this first meeting of the full House since the tragedy, we will do the same. Mr.”
House of Representatives4 February 2025Source ↗
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“Debbie is a battle-tested, stalwart conservative who is trusted by many throughout Kansas, and her conservatism isn't a fad or a political front, but it is who she really is. In fact, I have been known as a fiscal hawk throughout my time in public service, but she is pretty comparable, giving me a run for my money on that banner. Debbie has also been a bridge builder and mentor. Even when factions arise, Kansans continue to trust her leadership and count on her to help bring people together. It is one of the reasons why she has made such a phenomenal district director. The staff in my office in Wichita has learned from her guidance and decades of experience, and she has fostered a family and not just a group of employees. Debbie was my very first hire following my special election in 2017.”
House of Representatives30 April 2025Source ↗
“Her presence in Kansas politics is deep, and a great number of elected officials at the State, local, and Federal levels have consulted with Debbie or sought her advice at some point in her career. Many Kansans know Debbie and have appreciated her dedication to serving the people of the Fourth District of Kansas. She is a pillar in Kansas politics and has been repeatedly recognized for her service, most recently receiving the Spirit of Unity Award from the Sedgwick County Black Republican Council. She has also twice received the Kansas Republican Party's Huck Boyd Volunteer of the Year Award. She has been an integral member of winning campaigns locally and statewide. She served as the chief of staff for the Kansas Senate Ways and Means Committee before joining my staff to lead my district office.”
House of Representatives30 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a friend and fellow fiscal hawk on her last day of work, my district director, Debbie Luper. How can I possibly frame up the service and political activities of Debbie Luper in one short floor speech?”
House of Representatives30 April 2025Source ↗
“In the opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being in the affirmative, the ayes have it. Mr. ESTES. Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered.”
House of Representatives9 April 2025Source ↗
“By voting ``yes,'' we are voting for a path to make the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent. It means making economic growth provisions like research and development, the small business passthrough, interest deductibility, and immediate expensing permanent parts of our tax code. A ``yes'' vote prevents the largest tax increase for Americans in history. As a fiscal hawk who will continue to work with the administration to rein in reckless spending, I am voting ``yes'' for the American people.”
House of Representatives9 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of advancing President Trump's America First agenda. It was less than 2 months ago that I stood on this House floor as Republicans passed our budget resolution, putting a marker in the ground to restore and secure our country both physically and financially. While I don't think this resolution goes far enough, the resolution that we are about to pass today is a positive step forward, and it is what Americans demanded 5 months ago. Yesterday, I had the opportunity to talk directly with President Trump in the West Wing. He is asking Republicans to support this budget resolution to move the process forward. This resolution is only one more step in the process to obtain these positive results. Voting ``yes'' means voting for a secure border and economic growth.”
House of Representatives9 April 2025Source ↗
“In homes, churches, and community gatherings across the country, Americans have paused to honor the 67 souls who perished last week. Tonight, on this first meeting of the full House since the tragedy, we will do the same. Mr. Speaker, I ask the House observe a moment of silence to remember the lives lost and the families and friends left behind.”
House of Representatives4 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, tonight we are gathered on the House floor to honor the men and women who tragically lost their lives on January 29. Together, we represent the districts and States impacted by the heartbreaking crash of Flight 5342 and a United States Army Black Hawk helicopter. American Eagle Flight 5342 left my hometown of Wichita, Kansas, at 5:22 p.m. with 60 passengers and 4 crew members on board.”
House of Representatives4 February 2025Source ↗