US Senator Jerry Moran (KS)
Recent News About US Senator Jerry Moran (KS)
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Kansas senator engages communities on Veterans Day; discusses energy projects
On November 11, Americans honored veterans for their service in the armed forces.
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Wichita chosen by Bell Textron for future assault aircraft fuselage assembly
Bell Textron has announced that Wichita will remain the manufacturing site for the fuselage assembly of the Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA).
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Commerce establishes subcommittee for major sporting event preparedness
The U.S. Department of Commerce, in collaboration with the Department of State, has announced the formation of a Subcommittee on Large Scale Sporting Events under the Tourism Policy Council.
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Kansas veterans affected by VA electronic system failure
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, the ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, has been informed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) about a malfunction in an electronic fax system.
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Senator Moran proposes bill after reports of aircrafts near U.S. military base
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran has announced plans to introduce new legislation in response to reports of unidentified aircrafts hovering over a U.S. military base. According to the senator, these incidents lasted for 17 days without any intervention.
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Senator highlights infrastructure projects across Kansas
On Wednesday, a major milestone was reached with the completion of the Manhattan levee. This project, which has been in progress for decades, aims to protect the Manhattan community from flooding and also serves as an outdoor recreational space known as the Linear Trail. The project was a collaborative effort involving local, state, and federal entities.
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Wichita's USPS processing center assured to remain open
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran has confirmed that the Wichita U.S. Postal Service processing center will remain operational. This assurance comes after discussions with U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, who guaranteed that the facility would neither be closed nor consolidated.
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Senator Moran reaffirms U.S. support for Israel on attack anniversary
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) has released a statement marking the first anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attack against Israel by Hamas. He emphasized the loss of 1,200 lives, including 40 Americans, and reaffirmed U.S. support for Israel's security measures to prevent future incidents.
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U.S.-Israel relations remain strong one year after Hamas attack
On the first anniversary of Hamas' attack on Israel, the U.S. remembers the 1,200 lives lost, including 40 Americans. The assault is condemned as unjustified, and support for Israel's efforts to prevent future attacks continues. The plight of hostages held by Hamas remains a concern.
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Senator Moran urges action from Biden Administration on national port strikes
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) has called on the Biden administration to address the ongoing maritime port strikes across the United States. The strikes follow the expiration of a contract between the International Longshoreman (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance.
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Senators launch bipartisan Senate Sustainable Aviation Caucus
U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) have initiated the Senate Sustainable Aviation Caucus to support the aviation industry's sustainability and renewable fuels sector.
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Bipartisan bill aims to help veterans transition military skills into civilian jobs
U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) have introduced legislation aimed at assisting servicemembers transitioning from military to civilian jobs. The Translating Military Skills into Civilian Jobs Act proposes the creation of a military training and competency record, which would document the training, certifications, and qualifications acquired during military service.
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Senators introduce bipartisan bill aiming at easing rural housing shortages
U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Angus King (I-Maine) introduced legislation to address the national housing shortage and make it easier for rural workers to live in the communities they serve. The Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act would expand the existing Housing Preservation Grants (HPG) program to allow rural homeowners to construct additional housing on their property, such as an attached apartment unit or a small home nearby, to be available for rent. Currently, HPGs are underused and receive limited funding that can only cover small costs and repairs. This...
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OSHA reconsiders regulations affecting volunteer firefighters after pressure from lawmakers
This week, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) responded to calls from Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and his colleagues to reevaluate and exempt volunteer fire departments from parts of a proposed rule that would impose burdensome regulations on volunteer fire departments across the country.
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Lawmakers introduce bill against use of taxpayer funds for seizing private property
U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.), along with U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (R-Kan.), have introduced legislation aimed at preventing the federal government from using taxpayer dollars to seize private property for electric transmission lines.
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Bipartisan bill aims to improve access to federal water conservation funds
U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), along with U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) and Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), have introduced the Water Project Navigators Act. This bill aims to establish a new program at the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) to fund navigator positions within states, Tribes, and rural communities. The objective is to enhance capacity for developing, funding, and implementing water management and conservation projects.
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Legislative updates shared at Kansas Hospital Association convention
The Kansas State Fair is currently open until September 15, with staff available daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Pride of Kansas building to answer questions and provide information.
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Senators urge exemption for volunteer fire departments from new OSHA regulations
U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) have called on Acting Secretary of the Department of Labor, Julie Su, to exempt volunteer fire departments from parts of a proposed rule by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The new rule would require fire departments to furnish additional reports, training, equipment, and health services.
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Boeing CEO tours Wichita operations amid company acquisition talks
On Monday, the new Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg and Boeing’s Chairman of the Board Steven Mollenkopf visited Wichita. They toured Spirit AeroSystems to review current operations, including defense programs contracted out to Spirit and the final integration process of the 737 MAX. Discussions were held regarding Boeing's agreement to acquire Spirit and its implications for Wichita's workforce.
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Kansas residents oppose federal plans for electric transmission corridor
Many Kansans have expressed opposition to the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) proposal for a National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (NIETC) across much of Kansas. The plan would grant increased authority to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), potentially affecting thousands of residents.