WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) released the following statement after the fire at the Tyson beef plant in Finney County, Kansas:

“Thank you to the first responders for their quick and tireless work, as well as the support from local organizations and businesses to help get folks back on their feet following the devastating fire at the Tyson plant over the weekend. I have spoken with leaders at Tyson Foods regarding plans to rebuild the Holcomb facility, and I commend their commitment to the hardworking employees by ensuring they will receive pay during this time.

“The plan to rebuild is great news for the 3,500 plant employees impacted by the fire, and for all those in the cattle industry in Garden City and Southwest Kansas who will continue to be impacted by the plant closure. I will continue to work with my colleagues, Senator Jerry Moran and Congressman Roger Marshall, to monitor and support the rebuilding process.”

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