U.S. Representative for Kansas’s 4th District
Ron Estes
Position · +0.65
- In office
- House 2017–now
9 years in CongressMore senior than 58% of the House - Breaks on
- Economics and Public Finance 10% · Armed Forces and National Security 3%
- Committees
- Ways and Means · Budget · Joint Economic Committee
- Bills on
- Taxation · Health · Crime and Law Enforcement
- Age
- 70
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
Where Estes has influence
Roles
- Chair · Social Security (Ways and Means)
- Ways and Means · 8th in seniority on the majority side
- Budget · 12th in seniority on the majority side
- Joint Economic Committee · 3rd in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 10334 EFIN Verification Act of 2026 · Out of committee
Talks most about
Not enough statements yet.
Where Estes breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Estes voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Economics and Public Finance 10% · 5 of 49 party 7%
- Armed Forces and National Security 3% · 1 of 38 party 3%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Estes broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/16/26 | Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".On Passage · This joint resolution revokes the partial authorization granted to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to amend its Commercial Harbor… | Yea |
| 09/16/26 | PROOF ActOn Passage · Preventing Rip-offs and Obtaining Oversight of Funds Act or the PROOF Act | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/21/26 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/15/26 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 03/17/26 | MAWS Act of 2026On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Mitigation Action and Watermen Support Act of 2026 or the MAWS Act of 2026Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 02/24/26 | ROTOR ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform Act or the ROTOR ActBroke w/ party | Yea |
| 01/14/26 | Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026On Agreeing to the Amendment · This bill provides FY2026 appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for activities and programs related to financial…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Estes is saying
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Estes Introduces Bill to Update US International Tax Rules
Rep. Ron Estes (R-Kansas) on Wednesday introduced the U.S. Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act of 2026, which would improve the international tax rules for companies that operate both in the U.S. and overseas.
“When it comes to international taxes, American businesses and workers should come first.”
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Congressman Estes Announces New Communications Director
U.S. Representative Ron Estes (R-Kansas) has hired Jackson Baker as communications director, replacing Natalie Turner.
“I’m glad to welcome Jackson to Team Estes as we continue delivering results for Kansans throughout the 4th District.”
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Rep. Estes Introduces Legislation to Prevent Fraudulent IRS Returns
U.S. Representatives Ron Estes (R-Kansas) and Jimmy Panetta (D-California) introduced legislation on Thursday to help prevent the submission of fraudulent IRS returns before they are filed.
“The EFIN Verification Act of 2026 will reduce the risk of fraudsters using stolen or compromised EFIN numbers to file IRS returns.”
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Rep. Estes Highlights Deep Community Engagement Across Kansas During August
U.S. Representative Ron Estes (R-Kansas) concludes the August working period today.
“Hearing directly from the people of south-central Kansas is the most important part of my job.”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Estes voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 366 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Estes’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 16
- Action in committee 1
- Action beyond committee 1
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
16 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 16 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 20 sponsored billsSponsored 20 (House median 25) · cosponsored 124 (median 289), 0 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Taxation, Health, Crime and Law Enforcement.
- H.R. 10334 EFIN Verification Act of 2026Requires verification procedures for Electronic Federal Taxpayer Identification Numbers. AI-readTaxation · Introduced Sep 28, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 10431 U.S. Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act of 2026Taxation · Introduced Sep 16, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7520 Efficiency Adjustment Delay ActHealth · Introduced Sep 1, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1340 Expressing strong opposition to the imposition of digital services taxes and other relevant similar measures by other countries that unfairly discriminate against United States companies.Foreign Trade and International Finance · Introduced Jun 4, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8101 Ensuring Better Interest Treatment and Deductibility Act (EBITDA)Taxation · Introduced Apr 14, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1152 Expressing appreciation and recognition for the contributions of the American cowboy and historic cattle trails in advancing American history in celebration of the Nation's 250th anniversary.Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Apr 6, 2026 In committee
- H.Con.Res. 76 Recognizing the visionary leadership of Chief Richard LaMunyon and the profound global impact of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Mar 5, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 7096 Ensuring Seniors’ Access to Quality Care ActHealth · Introduced Feb 3, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 157 | 89% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 69 | 57% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 61 | 79% | Pro |
| Energy | 38 | 76% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 85% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 32 | 72% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 30 | 83% | Pro |
| Commerce | 27 | 81% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 26 | 50% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 26 | 81% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 80% | Pro |
| Immigration | 17 | 76% | Pro |
| Education | 16 | 69% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 13 | 77% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 92% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 45% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 63% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 100% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 71% | Pro |
| Taxation | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RMike JohnsonLA-499%agreement
- RMatt Van EppsTN-799%agreement
- RScott FranklinFL-1898%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Estes most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Estes’s campaign raised $1.9M: $312K (17%) from individuals and $1.1M (59%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.8M.
Through Jul 15, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Estes
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 307.
- American Bankers Association (ABA) Trade association PAC
- National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors Trade association PAC
- American Council of Engineering Companies Trade association PAC
See how much each organization gave Estes this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inEstes’s own leadership PAC: Restoring Our Nation PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Estes’s measures across every Congress on file.
Start with a free account Log inRésumé and contact
Career in Congress
- U.S. House, KS-4Republican2017–present
Seat
- State
- Kansas
- District
- 4
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 70
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-6216
2234 Rayburn House Office Building - District offices
- Wichita
- Website
- estes.house.gov
- RepRonEstes
- RepRonEstes
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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