Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Official Website
Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Official Website
Rep. Mark Alford, who represents Missouri’s 4th district in the U.S. Congress, posted a series of updates on October 16, 2025, regarding his recent visit to rural hospitals in Blue Springs, Missouri. Alford’s posts highlighted the challenges faced by healthcare providers in the region and the impact of federal policy on local healthcare services.
In his first post, Alford stated, " Blue Springs, MO Even though Schumer shut down our government—we made it a point to visit struggling rural hospitals in MO-04 to see what we in Congress can do to support." The post referenced ongoing government funding disputes and emphasized Alford's commitment to understanding the needs of healthcare facilities in his district.
Alford followed up with a message of appreciation for a local hospital: "We’re grateful to Saint Mary’s for the important work they do serving our community and for taking the time to share their firsthand experience on how federal policy affects local healthcare." This statement underscored the significance of direct engagement with healthcare providers and the influence of federal decisions on their operations.
Later that day, Alford encouraged constituents to tune in over the weekend, posting "TUNE IN THIS WEEKEND: https://t.co/9A5Ii84L6K".
Mark Alford has served as the U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District since 2023, succeeding Vicky Hartzler. He was born in Baytown, Texas in 1963 and currently resides in Lake Winnebago. Alford graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1988.
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