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

In a social media post, Kean stated that medical professionals confirm his recovery will be complete and that he expects to return to Capitol Hill soon. He emphasized his commitment to responsibilities and acknowledged the difficulty of his absence, noting pride in his Congressional team’s efforts to maintain constituent services and legislative progress during his absence.

Kean also expressed gratitude to colleagues and constituents for their patience during this period. His return is anticipated as House Republicans navigate critical votes on key legislation, including a budget resolution for the Department of Homeland Security. Kean faces re-election in New Jersey’s competitive district this year, where every vote carries significant weight given the GOP’s narrow congressional majority.

The situation follows recent concerns about lawmaker health amid heightened risks within Congress, though Kean’s specific condition remains confidential per his statement.