Republican Representative Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from Congress for over a month due to an undisclosed health issue, according to congressional records. Today, he provided the first public statement regarding his absence.

In a social media post, Kean stated that his doctors confirm he will recover fully and return to Capitol Hill soon. He emphasized his commitment to constituents and colleagues, noting that he “take[s] my responsibilities seriously” despite the disruption. The representative did not specify the nature of his medical condition in his statement.

Kean’s absence occurs amid critical legislative deadlines for House Republicans, who hold a slim majority. Every vote now carries significant weight as Congress navigates key bills, including a budget resolution to fund the Department of Homeland Security. Kean is also competing for reelection in one of the nation’s most competitive districts.

The representative acknowledged his team’s efforts to maintain constituent services and legislative operations during his absence, but declined to disclose details about his health condition publicly. His return timeline remains pending as he focuses on recovery.