Senator Marshall Tours Central Kansas Businesses and Meets with Small Business Owners

Great Bend - On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), traveled to central Kansas for a series of stops highlighting workforce development, energy production, agriculture innovation, and the impact of the Working Families Tax Cuts Act on Kansas businesses.

Highlights from the visit include:

Barton Community College Ag Tech Program

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Senator Marshall toured Barton Community College's Ag and Transportation Complex, which opened in July 2024 and houses CDL, Top Tech, and agriculture-related programs in one location. The program partners with Case New Holland to provide hands-on training in electrical systems, hydraulics, diesel engines, and equipment diagnostics, preparing students for careers at equipment dealerships and repair shops.

Moly Manufacturing

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Next Senator Marshall stopped at Moly Manufacturing, a Kansas-based company specializing in hydraulically operated livestock handling equipment. The company's innovative chute systems and fabricated ranch equipment are designed to improve animal safety and operator efficiency.

During the visit, Senator Marshall highlighted manufacturing provisions in the Working Families Tax Cuts, including 100 percent bonus depreciation, expanded Section 179 expensing, and immediate expensing for factory construction and research and development costs to help Kansas manufacturers grow and create jobs.

Chipotle - Manhattan

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In Manhattan, Senator Marshall stopped by the new Chipotle location, the company's 4,000th restaurant nationwide, which opened in late 2025. The visit highlighted the restaurant's commitment to fresh ingredients and alignment with the Administration's emphasis on protein and food transparency.

NFIB Small Business Tax Roundtable

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Senator Marshall joined the National Federation of Independent Business for a small business roundtable. Participants included owners and operators from industries spanning financial services, auto sales, and insurance.

The discussion focused on the Working Families Tax Cuts' impact on small businesses, including the permanent 20% pass-through deduction, permanent full expensing for capital investments, and expanded childcare credits. Participants also discussed the impact of swipe fees and the need for healthcare reforms.

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