Political Quotes

“Mike Heldstab joined my staff in June of 2014. Serving as my State military liaison, he assisted well over a thousand Kansas veterans and Active servicemembers during his 6\1/2\ years on my staff. Mike would often travel the State in my stead, between communities in south central Kansas and our military installations--namely, Fort Riley and his hometown of Junction City. Mike is a tireless advocate for servicemembers and veterans. He is well known in the Kansas military and veterans communities as a trusted resource who produces results. Most notably, Mike advocated for a policy change in the VA's Specially Adapted Housing Program after working with the family of a disabled Army veteran to adapt their home. His efforts resulted in new legislation that was signed into law on August 8, 2020, that expanded this critical grant program so disabled veterans can adapt their homes to fit their disability. I am confident that Mike's selfless approach to service will continue in every aspect of his life. In addition to his work assisting veterans and military servicemembers, Mike was involved in Wichita-area volunteer organizations and strived to be a community leader. Mike has a passion for economic development that I am certain will serve him well in his next chapters in life. I commend his efforts to make Kansas and Wichita a better place.…”