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EDA awards $99,772 in grants for economic development projects in Crawford County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $99,772 in grants for economic development projects in Crawford County, Kansas.

By SE Kansas News | Jan 20, 2025

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Senator Moran discusses Boeing's future with DOT nominee Sean Duffy

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) engaged in a discussion with Congressman Sean Duffy, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of the Department of Transportation, during a Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation hearing.

By SE Kansas News | Jan 15, 2025

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Senate member discusses tributes and key legislative actions

By SE Kansas News | Jan 13, 2025

This week, respects were paid to former President Jimmy Carter as he lay in state at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.

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Senator Moran calls for reform at Haskell Indian Nations University

By SE Kansas News | Jan 10, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran from Kansas addressed the Senate, highlighting the need for reforms at Haskell Indian Nations University to better support its students, faculty, and staff.

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Senators reintroduce bill against plea deals for 9/11 terrorists

By SE Kansas News | Jan 10, 2025

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran, Tom Cotton, and Mitch McConnell have reintroduced the Justice for 9/11 Act.

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Moran joins Senate agriculture committee; aims to support Kansas farmers

By SE Kansas News | Jan 10, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas has announced his appointment to the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry for the 119th Congress.

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Senator Moran honors WWII veteran Olen Mitchell on Senate floor

By SE Kansas News | Jan 8, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran recently paid tribute to World War II veteran Olen Mitchell on the Senate Floor.

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Senator Jerry Moran announces committee roles for 119th Congress

By SE Kansas News | Jan 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) has announced his committee assignments for the 119th Congress.

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Kansas Senator reflects on year-end activities including legislation announcements

By SE Kansas News | Dec 30, 2024

Robba and I extend our holiday greetings to everyone, wishing a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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Senator Moran highlights Kansas' role during National Aviation History Month

By SE Kansas News | Dec 20, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) recently spoke on the Senate Floor to recognize "National Aviation History Month" and highlight Kansas' significant contributions to the aviation industry.

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Kansas projects prioritized in new federal water infrastructure legislation

By SE Kansas News | Dec 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas expressed approval for the Senate's passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA).

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Legislation aims to enhance vetting process for law enforcement hires

By SE Kansas News | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Sheldon Whitehouse have introduced new legislation aimed at improving the vetting process for hiring local law enforcement officers.

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Senator Moran demands agricultural aid in Continuing Resolution

By SE Kansas News | Dec 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran from Kansas has expressed his stance on the ongoing debate regarding agricultural assistance in the Continuing Resolution (CR).

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Kansas legislators halt federal transmission corridor plan

By SE Kansas News | Dec 16, 2024

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Roger Marshall, along with Representative Tracey Mann, have announced that the Department of Energy (DOE) will not proceed with its proposed National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors (NIETC) in Kansas.

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Senator Moran introduces bill delaying federal business reporting requirements

By SE Kansas News | Dec 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran has introduced legislation aimed at delaying the enforcement of Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements.

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Senator Moran completes visits to all 105 Kansas counties in 2024

By SE Kansas News | Nov 27, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) announced the completion of his visits to all 105 counties in Kansas for the year 2024, with his final stop being Osage County.

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Senator urges mail-in option for rural compliance with new regulations

By SE Kansas News | Nov 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran has urged the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, Andrea Gacki, to permit rural business owners to submit their beneficial ownership information (BOI) via the United States Postal Service (USPS).

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Senator Moran highlights drought's impact on Kansas during appropriations hearing

By SE Kansas News | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) addressed the Senate Committee on Appropriations to discuss disaster funding needs, emphasizing the severe impact of drought in Kansas.

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Senator Moran criticizes delay in new farm bill release

By SE Kansas News | Nov 19, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas has expressed disappointment following the release of a proposed Farm Bill by Senator Debbie Stabenow, chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture.

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Senators urge reauthorization of special diabetes program before year-end deadline

By SE Kansas News | Nov 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, along with 54 other senators, has urged Senate leadership to prioritize the reauthorization of the Special Diabetes Program (SDP) before its expiration on December 31, 2024.