{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=5F3BA90B-69C8-4067-9FA6-0E6CEEA419D1", "VIDEO: Sens. Moran, Reed Introduce Resolution to Recognize Army\u2019s 250th Anniversary", "2025-06-04", "2025", "2025-06", "Republican", "Senate", "KS", "Jerry Moran", "M000934", "www.moran.senate.gov", "moran", "https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) \u2013 co-chair of the Senate Army Caucus \u2013 spoke on the Senate floor to support a resolution he introduced with fellow co-chair Sen. Jack Reed (R-R.I.), recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Army and affirming the Senate\u2019s support for the Army and its soldiers.\n\n\u201cTwo hundred and fifty years ago, on June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress authorized what would become the most capable and lethal ground force the world has ever known \u2013 the United States Army,\u201d said Sen. Moran. \u201cMy state of Kansas is home to Fort Riley, the First Infantry Division, Fort Leavenworth and the Kansas Army National Guard. The men and women who serve on these bases are some of the finest individuals I have ever met, living their lives in accordance with the mission of the Army flag \u2013 \u2018this we will defend.\u2019\u201d\n\n\u201cAs we mark 250 years of the United States Army, we express our gratitude to these servicemembers and their loved ones who support them,\u201d continued Sen. Moran. \u201cFor two and a half centuries, 250 years, the American Solider has stood strong in the face of conflict. I am committed to continue supporting our Army so that it remains the strongest lethal force in the world for another 250 years.\u201d\n\nFull text of the resolution can be found HERE.\n\nClick HERE to Watch Sen. Moran\u2019s Full Remarks\n\nSen. Moran\u2019s Full Remarks as Delivered:\n\n\u201cI thank the Senator from Rhode Island, my colleague and friend, Senator Reed for co-chairing.\n\n\u201cI am the new one to this duo, and I consider it a privilege as a United States Senator to serve side by side with Senator Reed as we work together to promote and support the United States Army and those who serve in it.\n\n\u201cI also would highlight and honor my respects of Senator Jim Inhofe, the senator of Oklahoma, who I replaced in this capacity after his long tenure with Senator Reed in serving in this capacity to support and defend the Army of the United States.\n\n\u201cTwo hundred and fifty years ago, on June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress authorized what would become the most capable and lethal ground force the world has ever known \u2013 the United States Army.\n\n\u201cThe creation of General George Washington\u2019s Army coincides with the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Since our nation gained its independence, our Army has faithfully defended our freedom.\n\n\u201cThe \u2018Warrior Ethos\u2019 of the Army states: \u2018I will always place the mission first.\u2019 This is a calling that American soldiers have answered time and time again without regard to their personal safety, security or comfort.\n\n\u201cMy state of Kansas is home to Fort Riley and the First Infantry Division and Fort Leavenworth as well as the Kansas Army National Guard.\n\n\u201cThe men and women who serve in the bases are some of the finest individuals I have met, living their lives in accordance with the mission on the Army flag: \u2018This we will defend.\u2019 This short statement is a commitment to defending this nation, all Americans and the values we hold dear.\n\n\u201cThe embodiment of what it means to be an American Soldier is symbolized in the Army Values \u2013 Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity and Personal Courage.\n\n\u201cOver the years, the servicemembers of the Army have lived up to these ideals, putting their country and fellow citizens above themselves.\n\n\u201cNo matter how daunting the conflict, American soldiers will always carry out the mission entrusted to them.\n\n\u201cToday, we recognize this valor and celebrate the patriotism that motivates these brave men and women to dedicate their lives to defend the land they love.\n\n\u201cThe United States Army is the largest branch of the U.S. military with nearly 450,000 active duty personnel and nearly 500,000 in the reserves.\n\n\u201cAs we mark 250 years of the United States Army, we express our gratitude to these servicemembers and their loved ones who support them.\n\n\u201cFor two and a half centuries, 250 years, the American solider has stood strong in the face of conflict. I am committed to continue supporting our Army so that it remains the strongest lethal force in the world for another 250 years.\n\n\u201cI hope my colleagues will join me and Senator Reed in honoring our soldiers in supporting a resolution to mark to the 250th anniversary of the United States Army.\n\n\u201cToday, in this effort, we are reminded to say to those who serve, have served and will serve in the United States Army.\n\n\u201cWe respect you, we love you and we thank you for your service.\u201d\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:38Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=5F3BA90B-69C8-4067-9FA6-0E6CEEA419D1"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 1.5482071321457624, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}