url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=0F230E45-FD2B-49A8-A0B8-41F713F15D7C,Sen. Moran Announces Opening of Hays VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic,2023-12-20,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – Ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – announced the opening of a new U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Hays. The CBOC has been relocated just north of Interstate 70 to increase access to care for veterans in northwest Kansas. The new facility includes three additional exam rooms, increased square footage, up-to-date telecommunication digital security requirements, and a room dedicated to group therapy and mental health needs.” “Access to critical and sufficient healthcare should not be difficult, especially for veterans,” said Sen. Moran. “The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center has put a tremendous amount of effort into creating an accessible and newer CBOC so that veterans across the state can receive the care they need.” “The CBOC in Hays was first opened in September 1999 and has served Veterans continuously since,” said the Dole VA Medical Center. “In the summer of 2022, it was announced the facility would move to its new location to provide more space for additional services as well as easier access to those traveling from outside the area.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=741BE08A-90E3-495E-8DCE-6A6190797183,Sen. Moran Hosts DOD Leaders in Wichita to Announce Partnership with Novacoast,2023-12-18,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense – hosted leaders from the Department of Defense’s (DOD) Office of Operational Test and Evaluation (DOT&E) at Novacoast Headquarters in Wichita to announce a partnership between DOD and Novacoast. Novacoast will support Browser Security Plugin Research through DOT&E to improve cybersecurity across the DOD. This program was made possible through funding Sen. Moran secured in FY2023 appropriations. “Novacoast’s expertise will be a tremendous asset to the Pentagon as they work to fortify cybersecurity across the military through this partnership,” said Sen. Moran. “A recent newcomer to Wichita, Novacoast is utilizing the talented workforce in Wichita to support our national security while bringing new cybersecurity jobs to the region.” “I would like to personally thank Senator Moran for his support in making the new partnership between Novacoast and DOT&E possible,” said Paul Anderson, CEO of Novacoast. “This partnership will enable Novacoast to bring our expertise and knowledge in cybersecurity to bolster our nation's security posture. This is incredibly valuable to help keep our nation secure and it would not be possible without the tireless efforts of Senator Moran.” Novacoast opened a Security Operations Center in downtown Wichita in 2022 and later moved its headquarters from Santa Barbara, California, to Wichita. Sen. Moran and Novacoast CEO Paul Anderson host DOT&E Program Manager Steve Gates at Novacoast Headquarters in Wichita. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=BFCFC280-6508-4391-94A7-C2D6AD61C64E,"Sens. Moran, Manchin Introduce Legislation to Increase Transparency in Bank Exams",2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.V.) today introduced legislation to help create a fair appeals process for banks and increase transparency for the bank examination process. A fair and effective supervisory examination process for banks is important for maintaining a healthy and transparent financial system. The Fair Audits and Inspections for Regulators’ (FAIR) Exams Act would bring more accountability to bank examinations by establishing an appeals process to resolve disagreements between banks and regulators by hiring an independent director to review appeals. This legislation would provide small lenders with more clarity and representation – allowing them to continue serving their communities efficiently by receiving results faster and more transparently. “The bank examination process should be free from bias and fair to bankers,” said Sen. Moran. “This legislation will help bring much-needed transparency to the examination process to make certain all banks – particularly rural, community banks – are treated fairly and afforded due process through a rigorous appeals process.” “An effective and fair examination process for financial institutions is vital to the health of our banking system and beneficial for consumers, especially in rural states like West Virginia,” said Sen. Manchin. “I’m proud to reintroduce the bipartisan FAIR Exams Act, which would ensure any bank or financial institution that undergoes a supervisory exam has an impartial third party that reviews these exam findings before regulatory agencies can take action against them. I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this commonsense bill to strengthen transparency in our financial institutions and increase accountability on agencies.” This legislation was also co-sponsored by Sens. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.). The FAIR Exams Act would: Require the appropriate regulatory agencies to issue timely responses to bankers during the examinations process; Require the Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) to make available upon request the information relied upon for determinations; Create an Independent Examination Review Director within the FFIEC to address examination complaints and procedures; Provide financial institutions with the right to seek review of supervisory determinations with the Independent Examination Review Director; and Authorize the director to review the examination record and, at the institution’s request, refer the appeal to an administrative law judge. “ICBA and the nation’s community banks strongly support policy reforms that will ensure due process for banks appealing supervisory decisions to promote trust and accountability in the appeals process,” said Rebeca Romero Rainey, ICBA President and CEO. “Following the FDIC’s disbandment of its independent appeals office less than six months after it became operational, we thank Sen. Moran for introducing the FAIR Exams Act to provide for a fair and effective supervisory bank examination process, which will help maintain a healthy and transparent financial system.” “ABA applauds Sen. Moran and his cosponsors on their introduction of the FAIR Exams Act, a bipartisan bill that will bring clarity to the examination process and provide due process for community banks,” said Rob Nichols, President and CEO of American Bankers Association. “By ensuring greater transparency for banks and greater accountability for examiners, this bill will make the examination process fairer and our financial system stronger.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=CEC9B274-A318-4BEF-A422-34E2841FAA87,"Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Supports Military Readiness",2023-12-14,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today applauded the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation will now go to the President to be signed into law: “Responding to threats from around the world begins with a strong military. This year’s NDAA invests in our nation’s weapons stockpiles and technology, provides support and resources for our military families and makes strategic investments to fortify our defenses against adversaries like China and Russia. It also makes strategic investments at our southern border to enable the Department of Defense to help counter cartels and traffickers. I worked to also include a number of my priorities in NDAA to protect benefits for spouses of fallen servicemembers, invest in Kansas military bases and expand TRICARE services.” Sen. Moran’s priorities included in the FY2024 NDAA: Protecting Benefits for Military Spouses – Allows surviving spouses to retain certain benefits upon remarriage at any age. This provision is part of a more comprehensive bill Sen. Moran introduced – the Love Lives on Act. New Investments at Fort Riley – Authorizes $105 million for the construction of an Aircraft Maintenance Hangar at Fort Riley, $1.6 million for the planning and design of a new Air Traffic Control Tower, and $15.6 million in cost-to-complete funding for a power generation and microgrid. TRICARE Pharmacy Benefit Analysis – Analyzes the impact transitioning to TPharm5 is having on stakeholders, including servicemembers, their dependents and veterans. TRICARE Hearing Aids for Dependents of Retirees – Allows the dependents of retired servicemembers to maintain hearing aid coverage through TRICARE Prime. Resources for Forbes Field – Authorizes $5.9 million for a microgrid and backup power generator at Forbes Field. Establishes New Rank of National Guard Vice Chief – Elevates the National Guard Vice Chief to a four-star general. Red Hill Long-Term Health Study and Registry – Establishes an exposure registry to address CDC recommendations due to ongoing health impacts and limitations of Department of Defense’s (DoD) tracking system. This provision also requires the DoD to conduct an epidemiological study to assess health outcomes for individuals affected by the Red Hill Incident. Military Mental Health Referrals – Currently, servicemembers must obtain a referral through their primary care doctor before seeking care in the community, leading to longer wait times to receive care. This provision requires the DoD to provide a report on how removing the referral requirement impacts servicemembers seeking mental health care. Supporting Children with Disabilities Around the World – Bolsters U.S. support for children with disabilities, helping support local disabilities rights organizations and families of children with disabilities around the world. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=71777CE4-3D36-4904-BFE9-9BDFEEE751C0,"Sen. Moran Statement on the Confirmation of Captain Richard Federico, of Kansas, to be U.S. Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit",2023-12-11,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement after voting to confirm Captain Richard Federico, of Kansas, to be a United States Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit: “Captain Richard Federico has faithfully served his country through a distinguished career in the Navy JAG Corps, serving as a prosecutor, defense attorney and as a military judge. Captain Federico is a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Law, a fact I made sure to highlight when I introduced him and his family before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing. I appreciated the opportunity to meet with him in Kansas and Washington, D.C. to discuss his commitment to practice judicial restraint by relying on the Constitution and the relevant statutes Congress passed when presiding over cases. Congratulations to Judge Federico on his confirmation.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=F4FB2D8C-505B-4B84-9C26-F113EB084456,Sen. Moran Announces Grant to Begin Work on Connecting the Heartland Flyer to Kansas,2023-12-08,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today announced a $500,000 Federal Railroad Administration grant to begin planning and development for an extension of Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer that will connect the existing rail service between Oklahoma City and Fort Worth with Wichita and Newton. The proposed extension would also include additional stops in Wichita, Newton and a new stop in Arkansas City. “I have been working with local, state and federal leaders for several years to connect Kansas to the Heartland Flyer by rail,” said Sen. Moran. “Connecting communities across these three states will support new economic opportunities for businesses and provide a new means of travel along this busy route. I am pleased to see the first step in this corridor progress and look forward to seeing the project benefit Kansas and the region and look forward to continued dialogue with local stakeholders.” Sen. Moran led a meeting in 2021 with Amtrak leaders, Kansas legislators and officials from Texas and Oklahoma to discuss the benefits of connecting the Heartland Flyer to Kansas. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=022F5CA3-70F9-493F-995F-E637331910E5,"Sens. Moran, Bennet Raise Concerns with Emergency Relief Program for Farmers and Ranchers",2023-12-06,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) led their colleagues in the Senate and U.S. House of Representatives in raising concerns regarding the 2022 Emergency Relief Program (ERP) to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack. “The 2022 crop year was challenging for many of America's farmers and ranchers who were saddled with record-high production costs, inflation, and met with historic drought conditions in the West and significant flood and freeze events in other regions of the country,” the members wrote. “In light of these challenges, we thank you for the swift assistance made to livestock producers with drought or wildfire losses in 2022. However, following the USDA’s 2022 ERP rollout for qualified crop losses, we have heard from producers in our states with concerns regarding the new program.” The senators outlined several questions for Secretary Vilsack to increase transparency on how the emergency reimbursements were calculated, administered and what will be done with remaining funds. “We recognize that ad hoc disaster assistance is costly to U.S. taxpayers and only a band aid to issues exacerbated by extreme weather volatility,” the members continued. “It is for this reason that we believe an adequate farm safety net, including conservation investments that address persistent drought, are critical in any upcoming multi-year Farm Bill reauthorization.” Sens. Moran and Bennet were joined by Sens. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), James Lankford (R-Okla.) and Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), and Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), Henry Cuellar (D-Texas), Nathaniel Moran (R-Texas), Lance Gooden (R-Texas), Jim Costa (D-Calif.), Pete Sessions (R-Texas), Yadira Caraveo (D-Colo.), Jake Ellzey (R-Texas), August Pfluger (R-Texas), Troy Nehls (R-Texas) and Vincente Gonzalez (D-Texas). The full letter can found here and below. Dear Secretary Vilsack: We write to you concerning the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) 2022 Emergency Relief Program (ERP). Almost a year ago, Congress passed, and the President signed into law the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023 (P.L. 117-328), which authorized $3.74 billion in emergency financial relief through the ERP to America’s farmers and ranchers who were afflicted by devasting natural disasters last year. As you know, the 2022 crop year was challenging for many of America's farmers and ranchers who were saddled with record-high production costs, inflation, and met with historic drought conditions in the West and significant flood and freeze events in other regions of the country. In light of these challenges, we thank you for the swift assistance made to livestock producers with drought or wildfire losses in 2022. However, following the USDA’s 2022 ERP rollout for qualified crop losses, we have heard from producers in our states with concerns regarding the new program. To that end, we request your prompt response to the following questions: 1. Can you explain the economic justification of the new progressive payment factor for ERP Track 1 and Track 2 losses, recognizing that 2022 losses far exceeded the $3.7 billion disaster assistance authorization? a. How will the progressive payment factor for ERP Track 1 and Track 2 losses translate into total payments to states? b. Specifically, will the top states with losses in 2022 – Texas, Kansas, Nebraska, California, South Dakota, Montana, and Colorado – be the same top states with disaster payments made to producers? c. If not, which states will likely see the most payments? 2. In the Federal Register Notice of Funds Availability (Docket ID FSA-2023-0020)1, the agency includes an additional 75% payment factor for all calculated Track 1 and Track 2 payments for eligible crop producers, including underserved producers. This additional reduction of 25% is not currently included in the publicly available program factsheet posted on USDA’s website. Can you confirm that all Track 1 and Track 2 payments for eligible crop producers will see the additional 75% proration? 3. According to USDA estimates, ERP Track 1 benefits will reach more than 206,000 producers who received indemnities for losses covered by federal crop insurance and more than 4,500 producers who obtained Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) coverage for the 2022 crop year. What is the average payment USDA will likely issue compared to the amount of actual loss not covered through crop insurance and NAP indemnities? a. How much does USDA estimate to issue in total to recipients with losses under Track 1? 4. In the 2020 and 2021 ERP, producers were individually reimbursed for crop insurance or NAP premiums and fee costs. However, in the 2022 ERP, a percentage of these reimbursements will only be made available to certain producers. If USDA has leftover funds following the initial payments made, would the Department consider providing reimbursement of some of these costs for all producers in order to provide additional support to producers who have availed themselves of existing risk management tools? 5. In the Federal Register Notice of Funds Availability (Docket ID FSA-2023-0020)2, the Department indicates that if funds remain, additional payments could be made. Please outline how the Department would issue additional payments? a. Can you specify if they would be made through Track 1, Track 2, or through crop insurance or NAP premiums and fee cost reimbursements? 6. Did USDA consider an across-the-board payment factor instead of the progressive payment factor? If so, what payment factor would have been required? 7. For natural disaster-related losses in 2020 and 2021, Congress provided $10 billion through the Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act (P.L. 117-43). These funds are available until December 31, 2023. a. As of today, how much of the $10 billion remains unobligated? b. How much money does the agency plan to spend by December 31, 2023? c. How much money does the agency plan to withhold to address appeals? 8. Will the agency continue its commitment to transparency of disaster assistance and post the outlays publicly on a 2022 ERP dashboard? As you continue to make 2022 ERP implementation decisions, we urge you to consider reimbursing crop insurance and NAP premiums as well as fee costs to some extent for all 2022 ERP-eligible producers. We recognize that ad hoc disaster assistance is costly to U.S. taxpayers and only a band aid to issues exacerbated by extreme weather volatility. It is for this reason that we believe an adequate farm safety net, including conservation investments that address persistent drought, are critical in any upcoming multiyear Farm Bill reauthorization. Thank you in advance for your response to these critically important questions. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=636CE7AE-83DC-4831-A5D0-E2E270C65545,Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Expand Rural Emergency Hospital Designation,2023-12-05,2023,2023-12,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today introduced the Rural Emergency Hospital Adjustment Act that would allow previously closed rural hospitals to potentially re-open and apply for the Rural Emergency Hospital designation if they can demonstrate they met all eligibility requirements between Jan. 1, 2015 and Dec. 27, 2020. The REH designation was created as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 to enable certain hospitals to convert to the new Medicare provider designation, which helps rural hospitals to continue operating with limited services rather than closing. Currently, hospitals are only eligible for the designation if they met the requirements when the legislation was signed into law on Dec. 27, 2020. “Access to outpatient and emergency services often determines if a rural community can survive,” said Sen. Moran. “More than 100 rural hospitals have closed since 2015, and this legislation will allow these hospitals an opportunity to re-open and serve their communities.” The Rural Emergency Hospital Adjustment Act would extend the eligibility date back to Jan. 1, 2015, for hospitals that were either critical access hospitals or rural hospitals with no more than 50 beds. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:56:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=B83EB69E-FC6C-47F3-9B58-867805BA5829,Sen. Moran Statement on the Passing of Harold Stones,2023-11-30,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today issued the following statement after the passing of Harold Stones, the former Executive Vice President of the Kansas Bankers Association and special projects director for Senator Pat Roberts: “Harold was an exceptional Kansan. He was a representative for bankers across Kansas and a true public servant, who never shied away from hard work and was dedicated to making Kansas a great state. Harold was a person you never expected to die and never wanted him to. He was always present – offering a helping hand, showing leadership, working to solve problems – and always treating others with care and compassion. I enjoyed talking with Harold and was encouraged by his constant optimism. Robba and I are praying for his loved ones, and he will be dearly missed.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=88504773-63FD-4C7A-B615-4EC319B03770,Sen. Moran Joins Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Address Uptick in Attacks on Letter Carriers on the Job,2023-11-29,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) joined Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) in introducing bipartisan legislation to address the steep increase in armed robberies against postal workers, who are often targeted for their arrow keys. The Postal Police Reform Act would ensure that Postal Police Officers may be assigned to duty outside of Postal Service real property to offer protection to letter carriers on their routes. The Postal Inspection Service reports that armed robberies of letter carriers increased sharply between 2018 and 2021, rising from 36 incidents to 154 incidents. The arrow keys can command thousands of dollars on the clandestine market because they allow access to cluster mailboxes and their contents, which include Social Security checks, prescriptions, and other valuable items. Specifically, the Postal Police Reform Act of 2023 would clarify provisions in federal law to ensure that Postal Police Officers may be assigned to duty outside of Postal Service real property, for the purpose of protecting the mail, Postal Service property, persons on Postal Service property, and on-duty Postal Service employees. This clarification will allow the Postal Service to assign Postal Police Officers to protect letter carriers against robberies, which are often committed to steal “arrow” master keys for use in later mail theft. The Postal Police Reform Act provides the Postal Service with the flexibility to use the Postal Police as the service needs, without imposing additional costs on the Postal Service. “The men and women who deliver our mail and packages play an important role in our communities, but rising crime has resulted in more thefts and attacks against delivery workers,” said Sen. Moran. “This legislation will help make certain the law enforcement branch of the USPS will have the authority needed to help apprehend criminals and deter crime against postal workers while out on delivery.” “Letter carriers perform an essential service of our government, but delivering mail has become an increasingly dangerous job. It’s shameful that Postmaster General Louis DeJoy continues to turn a blind eye to the rampant and violent crimes against his employees,” said Sen. Durbin. “I’m introducing bipartisan legislation today to counter Postmaster General DeJoy’s dangerous 2020 directive that restricted Postal Police Officers to physical USPS properties. Letter carriers deserve to feel safe while on the job, and the Postal Police Reform Act will ensure that Postal Police Officers can adequately protect letter carriers from the real threats on their routes.” “Our nation has seen an unacceptable increase in postal crime, and due to current restrictions, Postal Police Officers are unable to carry out important public safety duties,” said Sen. Collins. “By allowing Postal Police Officers to work beyond Postal Service property, this bipartisan legislation recognizes the urgent need to protect our mail carriers and better secure our entire postal system.” “The National Association of Postal Supervisors applauds Senators Dick Durbin and Susan Collins for their introduction of the Postal Police Reform Act of 2023,” said Chuck Mulidore, Executive Vice President of the National Association of Postal Supervisors. “This important measure would reverse the ill-advised decision by the Postal Service to ensure that the USPS police force has the full authority to protect postal personnel service, postal property and the U.S. mail on or off postal real estate. The astronomical escalation of postal-related crime, including assaults on mail carriers, coincides with the implementation of a Postal Service policy to severely restrict the ability of postal police to exercise their legitimate authority. Enactment of the Durbin-Collins bill would ensure that postal police have the authority to enforce federal law and protect postal assets, including its dedicated employees.” The Postal Police Reform Act has earned endorsements from the National Association of Postal Supervisors and the Postal Police Officers Association. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=4F474B71-D297-49BF-9940-5117CEC30154,"Sens. Moran, Hagerty Lead Colleagues in Calling on Biden Administration to Enforce Congressionally-Mandated Sanctions on Iran",2023-11-17,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) led their colleagues in calling on President Biden to immediately enforce oil sanctions on Iran as mandated by Congress. The letter also urges the administration to permanently freeze the $6 billion funding mechanism established in September’s hostage agreement with Iran. ""For far too long, Iran has evaded consequence for its complacency in funding radical terror,” the senators wrote. “To prevent further atrocities and to fulfill our promise of providing unwavering support to our most important ally in the Middle East, we urge your administration to take the necessary means in severing financial avenues available to Iran, specifically cracking down on oil exports.” The letter was signed by Sens. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Shelley Moore Capito (R- W.V.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), John Kennedy (R-La.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.). The full letter can be read here and below: Dear President Biden: We write to you during a time of global outrage and sorrow following Hamas’s unprecedented massacre in Israel which has left 1,400 dead, including at least 33 Americans. Iran’s fingerprints are all over the events of October 7th and ensuing escalations across the Middle East. Its leaders have provided Hamas and Hezbollah hundreds of millions of dollars in funding, weapons, and training, bolstering terrorists on Israel’s borders. For far too long, Iran has evaded consequence for its complacency in funding radical terror. To prevent further atrocities and to fulfill our promise of providing unwavering support to our most important ally in the Middle East, we urge your administration to take the necessary means in severing financial avenues available to Iran, specifically cracking down on oil exports. We ask that you take immediate action to permanently freeze the funding mechanism established in September’s hostage deal with Iran. This $6 billion would free up money for Iran to use not for the well-being of its own people but for nefarious purposes in the region and beyond. Blocking the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism from accessing this $6 billion – rescinding or revising all waivers and licensed involved – will hinder the regime’s ability to support the death and destruction of our allies. We also demand that you take immediate action to fully enforce U.S. oil sanctions and interdict Iranian oil exports. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimated that exports of crude oil and condensate from Iran fell from 2.5 million barrels per day in 2017 to a mere 400,000 in 2020 amidst the “maximum pressure” campaign. But that pressure campaign evaporated in 2021 and today is practically non-existent. Iran’s crude exports alone surged to more than 2 million barrels per day in August reportedly as part of the administration’s nuclear deal with Iran. That’s an estimated $26 to $30 billion in additional annual revenue for Tehran. A September 2023 report from Bloomberg indicates that U.S. officials “have privately acknowledged a gradual relaxation of enforcement on Iranian oil sales.” Any relaxation of Congressionally-mandated sanctions against Iran while funding flows to terror organizations is wholly unacceptable. The world is now seeing the direct result of allowing Iran’s oil revenues to grow and unfreezing billions of dollars in its extraterritorial bank accounts. Congress has a responsibility to ensure sanctions are not only on the books but enforced to their fullest extent. As our trusted ally Israel endures devastation, we must prioritize enforcing all economic sanctions and restricting Iranian oil revenue. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=C5E52400-92D9-4E3A-9B12-6EFBF7A1A117,"Sens. Moran, Warner, Scott Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand American Entrepreneurship",2023-11-17,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Mark Warner (D-Va.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) today introduced the Expanding American Entrepreneurship Act. This legislation would expand the permitted size of angel funds to allow for a higher number of investors in start-up companies. By growing the number of individual investors per angel fund and raising the cap on the fund, more investors will be able to invest at a lower rate. This will allow new investors who have less access to capital to invest in start-ups, diversifying the funding base for new companies. “Investing in start-ups shouldn’t be a privilege reserved for only a select group of individuals,” said Sen. Moran. “By increasing the allowed number of investors for angel fund and the max these funds are able to receive, Main Street will have more access to investing. This will also expand opportunities for entrepreneurs to secure investments for their start-ups. Entrepreneurship is the bedrock of the American economy. Allowing a larger pool of Main Street investors the ability to raise capital for American small businesses is crucial to more companies choosing to go public. “I was in business world for decades, long before I entered politics, so I know that investing in start-ups is an excellent way to get in on the ground floor of a new business and help provide it with the capital to operate and grow,” said Sen. Warner. “This bipartisan legislation will allow entrepreneurs to raise more funds with more contributors, enable start-ups to gain access to a new pool of investors, and give individuals with less access to capital more opportunities to invest at lower rates.” “Our capital markets are the global gold standard, but too often it’s Wall Street, not Main Street, that has access to them,” said Sen. Scott, ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee. “That has to change. As the top Republican on the Senate Banking Committee, I’m glad to join this effort to allow more investors to participate in funds that help provide small businesses with the resources necessary to grow their operations and create good-paying jobs.” This legislation expands on the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act, which was signed into law in 2018 and included provisions by Sen. Moran to increase investment opportunities. The Expanding American Entrepreneurship Act would: Increase the max number of permitted angel investors from 250 to 500. Raise the cap on angel funds from $10 million to $50 million. “Entrepreneurship is the driving force of economic growth and job creation in America, and capital is a critical resource entrepreneurs need to turn their innovative ideas into thriving businesses,” said John Dearie, president of the Center for American Entrepreneurship. “Many new businesses – particularly those that have the potential to grow very quickly – rely on investors who provide early-stage capital in exchange for an equity stake in the company. The bipartisan Expanding American Entrepreneurship Act addresses this problem by expanding parameters of section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act to permit emerging fund managers to raise larger funds with a higher number of permitted investors. We look forward to working with them and their Senate and House colleagues to see the bill swiftly enacted into law.” ""As the voice of over 16,000 accredited angel investors, we applaud Senators Mark Warner (D-VA), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and Tim Scott (R-SC) for introducing the Expanding American Entrepreneurship Act,"" said Pat Gouhin, CEO of the Angel Capital Association. ""There is a critical need for more early-stage capital to help fund the diverse American startups that angel investors support. By allowing funds to raise money from a larger pool of accredited investor prospects, the bill will help early-stage startups throughout the country raise the capital they need to create the next generation of innovative high-growth companies."" ""Venture capital is the economic engine of innovation—driving capital to the entrepreneurs who are building the future,” said Anthony Cimino, Head of Public Policy at Carta. “The Expanding American Entrepreneurship Act enables emerging managers to raise more capital from more investors, fostering the development of localized networks and providing greater access to capital for founders across the country.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=2F6B275F-87AD-4C39-A0EA-9661D28524F9,Sen. Moran Initiates Investigation into Alarming Reports of VA Veterans Crisis Line Mismanagement,2023-11-15,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – initiated an investigation with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) regarding the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) after being alerted by current and former VA employees of substantial evidence of mismanagement, creating a danger to the health and safety of veterans nationwide. “VA’s history with secret waiting lists of veterans in desperate need for care is deplorable,” said Sen. Moran in a letter to GAO. “If the Veterans Crisis Line is letting veterans who reach out in moments of desperation slip through the cracks, as alleged, it needs to be known and it needs to be stopped. With nearly 900,000 contacts made to the VCL in 2022 alone, a 15% increase from 2020, any breakdowns in this lifesaving resource for veterans must be found and corrected immediately. Any program leaders who are aware of gaps in the service and preventing transparency should be held accountable and replaced.” This week, Sen. Moran called on Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough to make certain the VA fully cooperates with an independent investigation of the VA’s Veterans Crisis Line (VCL). “The OIG report and subsequent whistleblower allegations raise grave concerns for the health and safety of our veterans,” said Sen. Moran in a letter to Secretary McDonough. “My expectation is you will take immediate action to guarantee VA’s full cooperation with the oversight by Congress and the investigation by GAO. Without hesitation, I expect you to address all critical deficiencies in the Veterans Crisis Line and take appropriate personnel actions without waiting for the full conclusion of this investigation.” Sen. Moran’s full letter to GAO can be found HERE and below. Sen. Moran’s full letter to Sec. McDonough can be found HERE and below: November 6, 2023 Dear Mr. Dodaro, On September 14, 2023, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) published a report regarding insufficient Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) staff management of a patient who died by suicide. VCL staff failed to take appropriate action with a veteran who died by suicide the same night the veteran contacted the VCL. Beyond that tragedy, the OIG uncovered systemic issues at the VCL, a lack of standard operating procedures and policies, and overall inadequate oversight. Additionally, the OIG discovered that VCL leadership provided advice and incorrect information to VCL staff prior to interviews with the OIG, finding that it may “compromise the accuracy and integrity of information provided.” At a Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee hearing examining the OIG report on September 20, 2023, VA’s program leaders left us with more questions than answers. Following the hearing, my Committee staff met with current and former employees of the VCL and found substantial evidence of mismanagement creating a danger to the health and safety of veterans nationwide. Among the most concerning issues raised was a credible allegation that VCL staff are currently transferring veterans who present with complex needs to a special unit within VCL, a unit which is severely understaffed by an undertrained workforce. Further, a break in record retention is reportedly resulting in a complete loss of communication with veterans whose health and safety are at a heightened risk, unless they follow up again with the VCL after the transfer has been made. VA’s history with secret waiting lists of veterans in desperate need for care is deplorable. If the Veterans Crisis Line is letting veterans who reach out in moments of desperation slip through the cracks, as alleged, it needs to be known and it needs to be stopped. With nearly 900,000 contacts made to the VCL in 2022 alone, a 15% increase from 2020, any breakdowns in this lifesaving resource for veterans must be found and corrected immediately. Any program leaders who are aware of gaps in the service and preventing transparency should be held accountable and replaced. I request a thorough audit of the Veterans Crisis Line, to include the following non-exclusive elements: 1. VCL Operations, specifically of the Call Center, Silent Monitoring, and Complex Needs units. a. How does VA determine and address workforce needs for the VCL? b. Is the overall operational staffing plan appropriately organized in accordance with contact demand and administrative requirements? c. What information does VCL management maintain regarding vacancies, turnover rates, training of new staff, and continuing education/training for all staff members, including those in specialized units of the VCL? 2. Information Technology and Record Retention. a. How are prior communications with veterans stored and secured? For what purposes are the records used? Is the record retention policy sufficient? b. Are management and information security controls adequate to preclude crisis contacts from being left on indefinite hold when transferred to the Complex Needs unit? c. Are information security controls adequate to prevent unauthorized access to the systems? 3. Oversight and Quality Assurance. a. What is VA’s management structure for the VCL, and what type of routine oversight is provided? b. How does VA ensure that VCL staff follow-up with veterans who need additional contact? c. Is the Quality Assurance program for VCL reliable? Please examine Complaints, Silent Monitoring, Critical Incidents, Sentinel Events, and Root Cause/Aggregated Analyses. d. How does VA ensure that all Sentinel event and Disclosure decisions are made in accordance with VA policy? e. Are the results of the quality assurance program used to develop and shape continuing education for VCL staff? It is stated that ending veteran suicide is VA’s top clinical priority. A thorough Government Accountability Office review of the Veterans Crisis Line would help VA and Congress to address this program’s flaws and move us closer to that goal. The Veterans Crisis Line is on the front line to support veterans whose health and safety are at heightened risk. Any mismanagement of this critical program unduly increases that risk and is completely unacceptable. Thank you for your attention to this request. If you have any questions, please contact my staff at the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. November 14, 2023 Dear Secretary McDonough, On November 6, 2023, I requested the Government Accountability Office (GAO) conduct a thorough audit of the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) after an alarming report from VA’s Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and subsequent credible whistleblower disclosures of gross mismanagement creating a danger to the health and safety of veterans nationwide. GAO committed to quickly begin this work. As described in the enclosed letter to GAO, according to multiple whistleblowers, VCL responders are currently transferring veterans determined to present complex needs to an indefinite waiting list for eventual contact from a special unit. Despite a statutory requirement for the VCL “to be staffed by appropriately trained mental health personnel and available at all times,” this special unit of responders for “Callers With Complex Needs” is allegedly severely understaffed and undertrained. Worse yet, a break in record retention is reportedly resulting in a complete loss of communication with veterans who are disconnected while waiting on hold in this queue. The Budget and Accounting Act of 1921 requires that all departments “shall furnish to the Comptroller General such information regarding the powers, duties, activities, organization, financial transactions, and methods of business of their respective offices as he may… require.” I am reminding the Department of this statutory responsibility as the September 14, 2023 VA OIG report found VCL leadership provided advice and incorrect information to VCL staff prior to interviews with the OIG, which may have served to “compromise the accuracy and integrity of information provided.” Such interference is a flagrant violation of federal employees’ duty to cooperate with investigations under the Inspector General Act of 1978. The OIG report and subsequent whistleblower allegations raise grave concerns for the health and safety of our veterans. My expectation is you will take immediate action to guarantee VA’s full cooperation with the oversight by Congress and the investigation by GAO. I also expect you and every leader within VA to make certain that whistleblowers raising these concerns are protected from any retaliation. Failure to do so could continue the endangerment our most vulnerable veterans and their families when they come to the VCL in need of urgent VA assistance. Without hesitation, I expect you to address all critical deficiencies in the Veterans Crisis Line and take appropriate personnel actions without waiting for the full conclusion of this investigation. Please keep my Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee staff, and the investigators assisting us, informed every step of the way. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important issue. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=491CA895-4CB2-4593-A979-BAF3E02C0F9C,Sen. Moran Shows Support for Israel Through Visit to Tel Aviv,2023-11-14,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee – co-led a bipartisan, bicameral congressional trip to Tel Aviv in support of Israel. Sen. Moran met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and families who have loved ones being held hostage by Hamas. “I traveled to Israel and met with Prime Minister Netanyahu and other Israeli leaders to show the United States’ support of our ally,” said Sen. Moran. “Meeting with the families of hostages in Hamas captivity was a sobering reminder of the fears and pain many families are still facing and the urgency of finding solutions for hostages to be safely returned. Congress and the administration must act to provide Israel with aid and enforce sanctions against Iran to prevent their growing support for terrorist organizations that threaten Israel, our allies and the world.” Sen. Moran traveled to Tel Aviv with a delegation that included Sen. Hoeven (R-N.D), Rep. Mike McCaul (R-Texas), Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.) and other members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Sens. Moran and Hoeven presented Prime Minister Netanyahu with a signed copy of S.Res.417, a resolution in support of Israel that passed the Senate unanimously last month.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=C45970F3-0B52-4604-9CC3-4A3A46086A23,What They Are Saying: Tech Companies Applaud Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act,2023-11-13,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) recently introduced the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act to establish guidelines to be used within the federal government to mitigate risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) while still benefiting from new technology. This legislation received praise and support from businesses, universities and foundations. Statements in support of the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act can be found below. “As a long-standing champion and early adopter of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, Workday welcomes today’s introduction of the Federal AI Risk Management Framework Act,"" said Chandler C. Morse, Vice President of Public Policy, Workday. ""This bipartisan proposal would advance responsible AI by directing both federal agencies and companies selling AI in the federal marketplace to adopt the NIST Framework. Leveraging the buying power of the federal government will also send an important message to the private sector and go a long way towards building trust in AI. We congratulate Senators Moran and Warner for their leadership and encourage Congress to act in support of the bill’s adoption.” “Implementing a widely recognized risk management framework by the U.S. Government can harness the power of AI and advance this technology safely,"" said Fred Humphries, Corporate Vice President, U.S. Government Affairs, Microsoft. ""We look forward to working with Senators Moran and Warner as they advance this framework."" “IBM thanks Senators Warner and Moran for their bipartisan leadership on the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act of 2023 - a critical step in ensuring that AI used by U.S. government agencies is trusted and responsible,” said Christoper Padilla, Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs, IBM. “By leveraging the proven NIST Risk Management Framework, this bill provides consistent standards and a valuable roadmap for agencies to follow as they put AI to work for the public good.” “The NIST Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Framework (RMF) is a comprehensive tool available to help the government and private sector organizations identify and counter AI-related risks,” said BSA- The Software Alliance. “The Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act demonstrates the growing bipartisan consensus in favor of further cementing the NIST AI RMF as the best available tool for managing AI risks. The legislation will ensure that private sector organizations are required to use established best practices to reduce risk to manage AI systems within the federal government. “Okta is a strong proponent of interoperability across technical standards and governance models alike and as such we applaud Senators Warner and Moran for their bipartisan Federal AI Risk Management Framework Act,” said Michael Clauser, Director, Head of US Federal Affairs, Okta. “This bill complements the Administration’s recent Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and takes the next steps by providing the legislative authority to require federal software vendors and government agencies alike to develop and deploy AI in accordance with the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (RMF). The RMF is a quality model for what public-private partnerships can produce and a useful tool as AI developers and deployers govern, map, measure, manage, and mitigate risk from low- and high-impact AI models alike.” “IEEE-USA heartily supports the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act of 2023,” said Russell Harrison, Managing Director, IEEE-USA. “Making the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) mandatory helps protect the public from unintended risks of AI systems yet permits AI technology to mature in ways that benefit the public. Requiring agencies to use standards, like those developed by IEEE, will protect both public welfare and innovation by providing a useful checklist for agencies implementing AI systems. Required compliance does not interfere with competitiveness; it promotes clarity by setting forth a ‘how-to.’” “Procurement of AI systems is challenging because AI evaluation is a complex topic and expertise is often lacking in government.” said Dr. Arvind Narayanan, Professor of Computer Science, Princeton University. “It is also high-stakes because AI is used for making consequential decisions. The Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act tackles this important problem with a timely and comprehensive approach to revamping procurement by shoring up expertise, evaluation capabilities, and risk management.” ""Risk management in AI requires making responsible choices with appropriate stakeholder involvement at every stage in the technology's development; by requiring federal agencies to follow the guidance of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework to that end, the Federal AI Risk Management Act will contribute to making the technology more inclusive and safer overall,” said Yacine Jernite, Machine Learning & Society Lead, Hugging Face. “Beyond its direct impact on the use of AI technology by the Federal Government, this will also have far-reaching consequences by fostering more shared knowledge and development of necessary tools and good practices. We support the Act and look forward to the further opportunities it will bring to build AI technology more responsibly and collaboratively."" “The Enterprise Cloud Coalition supports the Federal AI Risk Management Act of 2023, which mandates agencies adopt the NIST AI Risk Management Framework to guide the procurement of AI solutions,” said Andrew Howell, Executive Director, Enterprise Cloud Coalition. “By standardizing risk management practices, this act ensures a higher degree of reliability and security in AI technologies used within our government, aligning with our coalition's commitment to trust in technology. We believe this legislation is a critical step toward advancing the United States' leadership in the responsible use and development of artificial intelligence on the global stage.” A one-page explanation of the legislation of the legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=D60F2BFE-E33D-4E16-AC5F-179A3CE5EEC0,Sen. Moran Recognizes Veterans Day,2023-11-13,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee (SVAC) - today released the following statement recognizing Veterans Day: “November 11 marks Veterans Day – a time set aside to honor and recognize the sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. There is no group I hold in higher regard than our nation’s veterans, and I am grateful for the service of veterans from all generations. “I have the honor of serving our nation’s veterans as the Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee and am committed to making certain the men and women who served in our military receive the care and resources they need to achieve success in their life after service. As we recognize this Veterans Day, I encourage everyone to express your thanks to the veterans gathered at ceremonies and war memorials, but also to find ways to support the veterans who work and live alongside you. To our veterans, on behalf of Kansans: we respect you; we are grateful for your service; and we love you.” Click here to read Sen. Moran’s Veterans Day op-ed in the Wichita Eagle. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=C16692D0-33B6-4593-AC41-356F6F3789C4,Sen. Moran: DHS Secretary Mayorkas’ Argument is an Excuse to do Nothing,2023-11-08,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a senior member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations – today questioned Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas during an Appropriations Committee hearing on President Biden’s $106 billion supplemental funding package, which includes funding for the southern border. “I continue to believe the circumstances we face at our borders and elsewhere around our country continue to be a national security challenge for us,” said Sen. Moran. “I’ve been to the border numerous times, particularly in the last two or three years, and each time have had conversations with law enforcement, federal and local, as well as border patrol agents and seen first-hand the apprehension of foreign nationals on our border, including those from China.” “I am anxious for our efforts to deal with Israel and Ukraine and the challenges we face in the Middle East, but I am also interested in making certain that we take this opportunity, this supplemental, to come together,” continued Sen. Moran. “We’ve heard by a number of my colleagues how we have worked on immigration reform and border security reform without success, and I would hate for us to miss an opportunity in this circumstance if we can put a package together that would be supported by Republicans and Democrats in the Senate and in the House.” “Comprehensive reforms or changes are advantageous, but it has been my experience in my entire time in Congress that we keep waiting for comprehensive reform and as a result we do next to nothing,” said Sen. Moran. “I hope that you, and the administration, will use this opportunity to seriously work with those of us who are willing to make changes to defeat the circumstance in our national security, this challenge, at least in the things we can agree upon today and continue to work on the things we can’t agree upon. Otherwise my entire time in Congress will be waiting on comprehensive reform.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Closing Remarks Click here to watch Sen. Moran’s full questioning to Secretary Mayorkas. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=EB4F5A2B-70DF-4027-B8F7-635BE6F7505F,Sen. Moran Statement on Reduced Duties for Phosphate Fertilizer,2023-11-03,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Commerce announced it is reducing duties on Moroccan phosphate fertilizers, following Sen. Moran calling on Commerce Secretary Raimondo to conduct a review on the high duties: “High tariffs and duties on fertilizer have made it more costly for farmers to grow their crops, further driving up input costs and placing a burden on producers. I led my colleagues in urging the Department of Commerce to reconsider the high duties placed on fertilizers, and while I support more fertilizer production here in the U.S., reducing duties will make certain our farmers have access to the resources they need.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=17018C56-4B23-4DEC-A7B7-E899CD43C2C0,"Sens. Moran, Warner Introduce Legislation to Establish AI Guidelines for Federal Government",2023-11-02,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) today introduced legislation to establish guidelines to be used within the federal government to mitigate risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) while still benefiting from new technology. U.S. Representative Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) plans to introduce companion legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. Congress directed the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop an AI Risk Management Framework that organizations, public and private, could employ to ensure they use AI systems in a trustworthy manner. This framework was released earlier this year and is supported by a wide range of public and private sector organizations, but federal agencies are not currently required to use this framework to manage their use of AI systems. The Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act would require federal agencies to incorporate the NIST framework into their AI management efforts to help limit the risks that could be associated with AI technology. “AI has tremendous potential to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the federal government, in addition to the potential positive impacts on the private sector,” said Sen. Moran. “However, it would be naïve to ignore the risks that accompany this emerging technology, including risks related to data privacy and challenges verifying AI-generated data. The sensible guidelines established by NIST are already being utilized in the private sector and should be applied to federal agencies to make certain we are protecting the American people as we apply this technology to government functions.” “The rapid development of AI has shown that it is an incredible tool that can boost innovation across industries,” said Sen. Warner. “But we have also seen the importance of establishing strong governance, including ensuring that any AI deployed is fit for purpose, subject to extensive testing and evaluation, and monitored across its lifecycle to ensure that it is operating properly. It’s crucial that the federal government follow the reasonable guidelines already outlined by NIST when dealing with AI in order capitalize on the benefits while mitigating risks.” “As a long-standing champion and early adopter of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, Workday welcomes today’s introduction of the Federal AI Risk Management Framework Act,"" said Chandler C. Morse, Vice President of Public Policy, Workday. ""This bipartisan proposal would advance responsible AI by directing both federal agencies and companies selling AI in the federal marketplace to adopt the NIST Framework. Leveraging the buying power of the federal government will also send an important message to the private sector and go a long way towards building trust in AI. We congratulate Senators Moran and Warner for their leadership and encourage Congress to act in support of the bill’s adoption.” “Implementing a widely recognized risk management framework by the U.S. Government can harness the power of AI and advance this technology safely,"" said Fred Humphries, Corporate Vice President, U.S. Government Affairs, Microsoft. ""We look forward to working with Senators Moran and Warner as they advance this framework."" “Okta is a strong proponent of interoperability across technical standards and governance models alike and as such we applaud Senators Warner and Moran for their bipartisan Federal AI Risk Management Framework Act,” said Michael Clauser, Director, Head of US Federal Affairs, Okta. “This bill complements the Administration’s recent Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and takes the next steps by providing the legislative authority to require federal software vendors and government agencies alike to develop and deploy AI in accordance with the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (RMF). The RMF is a quality model for what public-private partnerships can produce and a useful tool as AI developers and deployers govern, map, measure, manage, and mitigate risk from low- and high-impact AI models alike.” “IEEE-USA heartily supports the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act of 2023,” said Russell Harrison, Managing Director, IEEE-USA. “Making the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) mandatory helps protect the public from unintended risks of AI systems yet permits AI technology to mature in ways that benefit the public. Requiring agencies to use standards, like those developed by IEEE, will protect both public welfare and innovation by providing a useful checklist for agencies implementing AI systems. Required compliance does not interfere with competitiveness; it promotes clarity by setting forth a ‘how-to.’” “Procurement of AI systems is challenging because AI evaluation is a complex topic and expertise is often lacking in government.” said Dr. Arvind Narayanan, Professor of Computer Science, Princeton University. “It is also high-stakes because AI is used for making consequential decisions. The Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act tackles this important problem with a timely and comprehensive approach to revamping procurement by shoring up expertise, evaluation capabilities, and risk management.” ""Risk management in AI requires making responsible choices with appropriate stakeholder involvement at every stage in the technology's development; by requiring federal agencies to follow the guidance of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework to that end, the Federal AI Risk Management Act will contribute to making the technology more inclusive and safer overall,” said Yacine Jernite, Machine Learning & Society Lead, Hugging Face. “Beyond its direct impact on the use of AI technology by the Federal Government, this will also have far-reaching consequences by fostering more shared knowledge and development of necessary tools and good practices. We support the Act and look forward to the further opportunities it will bring to build AI technology more responsibly and collaboratively."" “The Enterprise Cloud Coalition supports the Federal AI Risk Management Act of 2023, which mandates agencies adopt the NIST AI Risk Management Framework to guide the procurement of AI solutions,” said Andrew Howell, Executive Director, Enterprise Cloud Coalition. “By standardizing risk management practices, this act ensures a higher degree of reliability and security in AI technologies used within our government, aligning with our coalition's commitment to trust in technology. We believe this legislation is a critical step toward advancing the United States' leadership in the responsible use and development of artificial intelligence on the global stage.” A one-page explanation of the legislation of the legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=8CF929CA-703E-44DE-BF3A-B9C215AC686D,Sen. Moran Statement on the Passing of Nestor Weigand Jr.,2023-11-02,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today issued the following statement after the passing of Nestor Weigand, Jr., who was a leader in the real estate industry in Kansas, CEO of J.P. Weigand and Sons and served as the President of the National Association of Realtors: “Before running for public office, one of the first people I sought advice from was Nestor Weigand. Often in Washington, D.C. or in my travels across the country, when I said was from Kansas, I would be asked about Nestor. He had many, many friends in many places. He was a giant in the real estate industry and made a huge difference in people’s lives. Not only was he an expert in real estate, he was also a leader in the Wichita community and understood the people of Kansas. I enjoyed many conversations with Nestor over breakfast and lunch and greatly benefited from his wisdom. He will be sorely missed in the Wichita community, and Robba and I are praying for his friends and family.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=33A1D774-7DA1-4EBC-982F-6A3B5C2EE28C,Sen. Moran to Secretary Blinken & Secretary Austin: Border Security is National Security,2023-11-01,2023,2023-11,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a senior member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations – today questioned Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin during an Appropriations Committee hearing on President Biden’s $106 billion supplemental funding package for Israel, Ukraine and the southern border. “Congress has a constitutional responsibility to deal with the dollars that should be spent, and I want this committee to treat that in a significant and serious manner,” said Sen. Moran. “I think a markup would be important, but I would certainly indicate changes and input from this committee and from Congress are required. One, to make the package better and two, to make it more amiable toward passage by both the House and the Senate.” “I continue to be disappointed that Secretary Mayorkas is not with us, but I am pleased to know that is occurring next week,” continued Sen. Moran. “There are many of us who believe our borders are a national security issue. I also want you to know that we need the administration to work with us on policy changes. The current policies are insufficient. We need a different approach toward the push and pull of those people around the world who are seeking entry into the United States.” “I am interested in seeing a package pass Congress and signed into law,” said Sen. Moran. “But I want to make certain the administration knows that there are many Members of Congress who are serious about the issues of national security at our own borders.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Opening Remarks Click here to watch Sen. Moran’s full questioning to Secretary Blinken and Secretary Austin. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:49:58Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=41A46665-862F-4E94-9C17-92A1EF5EAB43,"Sens. Moran, Marshall & Reps. Mann, Costa Lead Colleagues in Calling on Biden Administration to Reduce Duties on Phosphate Fertilizers",2023-10-25,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) and U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (R-Kan.) and Jim Costa (D-Calif.) lead 35 of their colleagues in calling on U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) Secretary Gina Raimondo to revise how DOC calculates countervailing duties (CVD) on phosphate fertilizers from Morocco. The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) recently remanded to the Department of Commerce a calculation of its subsidies, which impacts duties imposed on phosphate fertilizers. The bicameral group addressed the financial burden these duties are placing on farmers. “We ask that Commerce carefully consider and follow the CIT’s decision in Commerce’s recalculation of the subsidy amount, both in its final determination in the investigation and its administrative review,” the members wrote. “Reducing the subsidy rate would provide welcomed relief for U.S. farm suppliers and their customers, American family farms.” The letter was signed by Sens. John Boozman (R-Ark.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Reps. Mark Alford (R-Mo.), Jim Baird (R-Ind.), Mike Bost (R-Ill.), Sharice Davids (D-Kan.), Mike Flood (R-Neb.), Sam Graves (R-Mo.), Michael Guest (R-Miss.), Dusty Johnson (R-N.D.), Trent Kelly (R-Miss.), David Kustoff (R-Tenn.), Jake LaTurner (R-Kan.), Julia Letlow (R-La.), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa), Barry Moore (R-Ala.), Zach Nunn (R-Iowa), Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.), Greg Pence (R-Ind.), John Rose (R-Tenn.), David Rouzer (R-N.C.), Adrian Smith (R-Neb.), Mike Ezell (R-Miss.) and Ann Wagner (R-Mo.). The full letter can be found here and below. Dear Secretary Raimondo, We write concerning the countervailing duty (CVD) proceeding on Phosphate Fertilizers from Morocco and the recent remand of the Department of Commerce’s (Commerce) subsidy calculations in this proceeding (Mosaic Co. v. United States, Consol. Court No. 21-00116, Ct. Int'l Trade Sep. 14, 2023). As Commerce considers its response to the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT), it is also finishing its first administrative review of the Order. We are encouraged by Commerce's preliminary findings in its administrative review, reducing the subsidy rate from 19.97% to 14.49%. We ask that Commerce carefully consider and follow the CIT’s decision in Commerce’s recalculation of the subsidy amount, both in its final determination in the investigation and its administrative review. Reducing the subsidy rate would provide welcomed relief for U.S. farm suppliers and their customers, American family farms. Commerce’s subsidy rate calculation has a significant effect on U.S. farmers. In 2023, the U.S. demand for phosphate fertilizer is estimated to be 7.4 million metric tons. As the petitioner in the underlying proceeding continues to export production, imports are required to supply 2.7 million metric tons of this amount. Since the imposition of CVD on Moroccan phosphate fertilizers in 2020, the supply options to meet U.S. farmers’ phosphate needs have significantly decreased. Saudi Arabia (where the petitioner has invested in production and which is not subject to any Order) has become the only major exporter of phosphate fertilizer to the U.S., accounting for 66% of diammonium phosphate (DAP) imports and 25% of monoammonium phosphate (MAP) imports. This situation has contributed to the high volatility of fertilizer prices overall, increased costs of a critical nutrient, and exposed farmers to the risk of inadequate supply into the future, given the lack of sufficient domestic supply to meet U.S. farmers’ needs. While many factors impact the regional and global prices for phosphate-based fertilizers, the impact of the CVD proceeding on Moroccan exports to the U.S. was felt immediately and continues to provide upward pricing pressure. Since the imposition of the duty, average prices in New Orleans, the central pricing hub for the U.S., have been the highest in the world. This year, U.S. DAP prices were 11% higher than Brazil's and 8% higher than India's. American farmers purchase this key input at elevated prices but sell their crops at global market prices where they compete with major producers such as Brazil. The current CVD Order on Moroccan exports and magnitude places U.S. farmers at a competitive disadvantage. We now understand from the CIT that significant errors in Commerce’s initial calculation exacerbated this disadvantage. Accordingly, we urge the Department of Commerce to carefully address the matters determined by the CIT to be in error in the remand determination and in the upcoming final results of the final administrative review. American family farmers need a reliable, diverse supply of many agricultural inputs, including fertilizers. The administrative review and the response to the CIT remand present opportunities to address this situation and to properly consider the facts as to the amount of subsidies in this proceeding since its inception. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=093FFA84-5A7C-4D54-A085-0B8509F839E5,Sen. Moran Applauds Mike Whitaker’s Senate Confirmation to be FAA Administrator,2023-10-24,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations, and Innovation – today voted to confirm Mike Whitaker to be the Administrator for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA manages the world’s most complex aviation system overseeing more than 45,000 flights a day and almost 3 million airline passengers. “After more than 550 days without a permanent leader at the FAA, confirming Mr. Whitaker to be administrator is a welcome and significant step towards resolving persistent challenges at the FAA,” said Sen. Moran. “I congratulate Mr. Whitaker on his confirmation, and I look forward to working with Mr. Whitaker to ensure the FAA has the resources needed to promote safety and innovation within the nation’s airspace system.” During a Commerce Committee hearing on Mr. Whitaker’s nomination, Sen. Moran announced his support for Mr. Whitaker’s nomination as FAA Administrator. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=BFDDC31B-2469-4F0E-AB00-14261CE08666,Sen. Moran Applauds Department of Commerce’s Designation of KC Metro as a Tech Hub,2023-10-23,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today applauded the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) decision to designate Kansas City Inclusive Biologics and Biomanufacturing Tech Hub (KC BioHub) as one of the 31 inaugural Tech Hubs in regions across the country that show potential for rapid growth in key technology sectors. KC BioHub, a consortium led by BioNexus KC, will increase domestic production of vaccines and other preventative technologies by strengthening innovation in animal and human vaccine development. With the largest concentration of animal health and nutrition companies in the world, this Tech Hub will leverage the region’s biotechnology assets and existing vaccine manufacturing facilities, research institutions, and startup ecosystem to enable the U.S. to capture a greater market share of human vaccine development. “This announcement represents official recognition of something we have known in Kansas and Missouri for awhile: the Kansas City region and the Animal Health Corridor have the concentration of expertise and research and development resources necessary to be a global bio and medical technology hub,” said Sen. Moran. “This designation will attract public and private resources to grow this key technology area in Kansas and Missouri, further expanding the region’s capacity for innovation in the biotech sector. I supported the CHIPS and Science Act to give organizations in Kansas the opportunity to help strengthen our national and economic security, particularly by increasing research in key technology areas, like biotechnology. I applaud the efforts of BioNexus and the other consortium of members in Kansas and Missouri on a successful Tech Hubs application.” This designation is part of the first phase of the novel Tech Hubs program, authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act, that will invest directly in high-potential U.S. regions and aim to transform them into globally competitive innovation centers. Designation is an endorsement of the region’s strategy to supercharge their respective technological industry to create jobs and strengthen U.S. economic and national security. Designated Tech Hubs are now eligible to apply for the next phase of the Tech Hubs Program that will invest between $50-$75 million in each of 5-10 Designated Hubs. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=BE868844-5000-4F5A-9B76-FE7581F82150,Senate Co-Chairs of the Congressional Task Force on Down Syndrome Introduce Resolution to Recognize October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month,2023-10-20,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Bob Casey (D-Penn.) – Senate co-chairs of the Congressional Task Force on Down Syndrome – introduced a resolution to recognize October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The resolution celebrates individuals with Down syndrome, their families and caretakers, and leaders in the advocacy and medical research community for their work to improve the quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome. U.S. Representatives Andrew Garbarino (R-N.Y.), Darren Soto (D-Fla.), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Penn.) and Eleanor Holmes Norton (D- D.C.) introduced companion legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. “This month is an opportunity to honor the Down syndrome community, their families, loved ones, and caretakers and to recognize the contributions of the Down syndrome community,” said Sen. Moran. “It is important to continue supporting this community through medical research and advocating for policies that help individuals with Down syndrome lead healthy, independent and happy lives.” “This month and every month, it’s important to recognize the experiences and potential of people with Down syndrome,” said Sen. Casey, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging. “From expanding ABLE Accounts so people with disabilities can save for the future to phasing out the practice of employers paying subminimum wage, we have made progress in our mission to knock down the barriers that people with disabilities face, but there is more work to do. I’m proud to be a co-chair of the bipartisan Down Syndrome caucus in Congress and I remain committed to improving the lives of people with Down syndrome by working hand in hand with the Down syndrome community.” ""Down Syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition diagnosed in the United States, but it is also little understood,"" said Rep. Garbarino. ""As the prevalence of Down Syndrome has increased in recent years, it has become all the more important that we educate ourselves and raise awareness – not just about the condition itself, but about the incredible talent and resilience found among those with Down Syndrome. I am proud to sponsor this resolution in support of National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in the House and I thank my colleagues for joining together in a bipartisan bicameral effort to stand with the Down Syndrome community."" “Individuals with Down syndrome deserve our support to reach their full potential and live enriched and independent lives,” said Rep. Soto. “I’m proud to support this resolution to recognize October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month to celebrate those with Down syndrome and their loved ones.” “The Down Syndrome community and their selfless loved ones make countless contributions to our society, and it is important that we recognize these individuals,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. “I’m proud to join this bipartisan, bicameral effort to celebrate those who live with Down Syndrome during the month of October and will continue to support efforts to empower the community to live healthy and productive lives.” “I’m proud to be a lead cosponsor of this resolution designating October as National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. My own daughter, Katherine, has Down syndrome, and every year 6,000 babies are born in the United States who share her disability,” said Rep. Norton. “This resolution being both bicameral and bipartisan is a testament to the fact that recognizing people with Down syndrome along with their families and caregivers is not a partisan issue. I am hopeful that our resolution’s calls for greater federal investment in Down syndrome research will not go unheard.” The full text of the resolution can be found here. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=06B828D1-BBF4-4AD4-91CA-F7438AF779AC,PASSED: Resolution Supporting Israel and Opposing Terrorism,2023-10-19,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate today passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and 98 Senators supporting Israel following the brutal attacks by the terrorist organization Hamas. The resolution condemns the attacks by Hamas, demands the release of hostages and recommits to supporting Israel. “This resolution signals the unwavering, bipartisan support of the U.S. Senate to stand by Israel, one of our closest allies,” said Sen. Moran. “Supporting Israel means the U.S. must be prepared to deter our enemies and those of our allies. The U.S. must also enforce sanctions on any nation that backs terrorist groups who target innocent life. Israel’s right to exist and its right to defend itself is not a matter of debate, and we must support them in the coming days as they work to eliminate the threat of further attacks.” Sen. Moran spoke on the Senate Floor this week to express his support for Israel and condemn the actions of Hamas. The full resolution can be found here. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=2764CFB2-F9E6-411F-A1E0-7FD6EC1E6A06,Sen. Moran To Place Holds on Amtrak Nominees,2023-10-18,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) announced he will place holds on all Amtrak nominees until the White House provides a slate of nominees that complies with the law requiring representation from states served by long-distance routes. “The Biden administration has violated the law by failing to nominate a geographically diverse Amtrak Board of Directors,” said Sen. Moran. “It is important that the members who craft and guide Amtrak policies represent all passengers from across the nation. I will place holds on the Senate Floor until the White House complies with the current law and appoints a nominee representative of the diverse geographic regions that Amtrak serves.” During Surface Transportation Reauthorization of 2021, Sen. Moran authored a provision requiring half of the Senate-confirmed Amtrak Board members, “shall reside in or near regions of the United States that are geographically distributed outside of the Northeast Corridor.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=6AFA1182-3BC6-4694-8891-56B0300DE662,Sen. Moran: America will Stand with Israel – Our Greatest Ally in the Middle East,2023-10-18,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – member of the Senate Intelligence Committee – spoke on the Senate Floor to express his support for Israel and to call for sanctions on Iran. “I met with Kansans at the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park that serves our state, Missouri and the Kansas City region, and I heard from leaders from those communities,” said Sen. Moran. “They were saddened and outraged at the barbaric terrorist attacks against Israel, and I join them in that outrage.” “America will stand with Israel – our greatest ally in the Middle East,” continued Sen. Moran. “We must help deter other enemies who may use this opportunity to escalate the war against Israel. Hezbollah, entrenched in Lebanon to Israel’s north, will find no safe harbor if it attempts to intervene. And Iran’s leaders must know the fury of the United States awaits if they become directly involved.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=BDBC47CA-3DE7-43DF-8F0F-FC4AB6392484,"Sen. Moran Offers Assistance to Kansans In Israel, Provides Resources for Americans in Harm’s Way",2023-10-11,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence – will continue to offer assistance to Kansans in Israel and provides resources for Americans in harm’s way. “I strongly condemn Hamas’ actions and stand in support of Israel as it responds to this terrorism,” said Sen. Moran. “If you or someone you know is a Kansan in Israel who needs assistance, I urge you to reach out to my office immediately.” For assistance, please email casework@moran.senate.gov or call (913) 393-0711. The Department of State also has a 24/7 coordinating group communicating with U.S. citizens, providing them assistance through phone calls and an online form. American citizens seeking to be in touch with the U.S. Embassy in Israel can fill out this form or call 1-833-890-9595 or 1-606-641-0131. It is strongly encouraged Americans in Israel utilize the following resources to stay updated and safe: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP); View the latest updates from the U.S. Embassy in Israel; and Review the latest travel advisory information from the Department of State. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=D8CB4543-5D32-445C-B8EE-1550DAFCFAF3,"Sen. Moran on Senate Floor: We Must Work Together To Provide Resources to Ukraine, Secure Southern Border",2023-10-05,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) spoke on the Senate Floor regarding the urgent need to work together to address the challenges facing our country at home and abroad including securing our southern border and providing resources to assist Ukraine in their fight against Russia. “Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates, a fellow Kansan, warns of our government dysfunction at a moment in history in which our nation confronts graver threats to its security than it has in decades, perhaps ever,” said Sen. Moran. “Our adversaries pay attention to what we do or don’t do. Our action or inaction can increase the trust placed in us by our allies or it can embolden our adversaries. We need to demonstrate resolve; resolve in the support of allies and resolve in the resistance to enemies.” “During my time in the U.S. Senate, I have never been angrier or more sullen than those few days in which our country left Afghanistan,” said Sen. Moran. “Our unprepared actions and void of leadership resulted in the deaths of U.S. servicemembers and it stranded thousands of Afghan allies behind enemy lines. Those few days may have been among the most costly in emboldening those who seek our country’s demise. I fear today we are about to again demonstrate to the world our feckless ambivalence to lead.” “There is no question that the spending path we have been on is not sustainable,” continued Sen. Moran. “We are on a different path with the appropriations bills that have passed in committee that stop spending increases. These are important decisions, but we don’t need to manufacture a crisis to make a point. The crisis doesn’t solve the spending problem.” “We know the dangerous nature of our world when we see what China is doing and what its intentions seem to be; when we know what’s taking place in Iran and their efforts around the globe; when Russia invades a neighboring country’s borders; and when North Korea fires missiles,” said Sen. Moran. “We have united as a nation numerous times in our history, and we need to return to those circumstances. And that can happen if there is leadership here in Congress to do so. Now is the time to lower the temperature and find common ground that puts us in a position that we can be optimistic about our nation’s future. Our future is bright, but it is only bright when we work together.” “We must send the message that we are a reliable partner to Ukraine, and encourage allies around the world to be helpful to Ukraine,” continued Sen. Moran. “As we work to enhance Ukraine’s chance for success in defeating Putin, we should also resolutely move forward in ending the failure to protect our own country and own border. “Our borders need desperate attention and its another national security issue.” “We have work to do,” said Sen. Moran. “We can look the other way or we can decide that we’re going to do what is right. We can decide that it would be nice to be popular at the moment, but it would be better to be right in the long term. I’m an optimist. This week and the next several weeks can be times of good work for the American people and a safer and more secure United States and world.” Click HERE to View Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=1B406751-5AB3-4A6B-A856-E178EABDB207,"Sens. Moran, Manchin Introduce Bill to Require FTC to Solicit Public Feedback Before Implementing New Regulation",2023-10-04,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.V.) today introduced legislation to require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to reinstate the process that allows the public the opportunity to provide feedback, comment and analysis before the commission finalizes a regulation change specific to automotive retailing. Last summer, the FTC noticed a 126-page proposed rule, known as the “Motor Vehicle Dealers Trade Regulation Rule,” which, if approved, would significantly change the process for consumers to purchase, trade-in and finance new and used cars and trucks. The proposed rule would re-regulate all aspects of automotive retailing and was noticed without an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) – the process for the public to provide comment – and instead included 49 open-ended questions. “The FTC’s rule would create more paperwork when buying a car at the dealership and lead to more bureaucracy and red tape for small businesses,” said Sen. Moran. “If the FTC plans to overhaul the way Americans purchase vehicles, they should be required to ask for and receive input from the public at the very least. This legislation will make certain FTC regulators can’t finalize the rule without first receiving feedback from industry leaders and the general public.” “The FTC’s proposed Vehicle Shopping Rule is yet another example of unnecessary and burdensome federal overreach,” said Sen. Manchin. “I’m proud to lead this bipartisan effort with Senator Moran to prohibit the FTC from finalizing and implementing the rule without conducting sufficient consumer testing and cost-benefit analyses. I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this commonsense step to protect our automotive dealers and consumers in West Virginia and across the country from this rushed federal regulation.” “The FTC got it wrong for Kansas consumers when it came out with a rule that adds hours to buying a car and makes it more expensive for car buyers. Sen. Moran’s legislation makes sure the FTC gets it right,” said Don McNeely, President of the Kansas Automobile Dealers Association. The FTC REDO Act would require the FTC to: Issue an ANPRM for public comment; Conduct a quantitative study on auto retailing; Conduct consumer product testing; and Publish a cost-benefit analysis based on real data. In November, Sen. Moran joined his colleagues in calling on FTC Chair Lina Khan to withdraw the proposed rule and instead issue a Request for Information or an ANPRM. The letter can be found here. Full text of the legislation can be found here. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=61537684-0008-4594-9E55-92D3ED48350E,"Sen. Moran Announces Support for Mike Whitaker, Nominee for FAA Administrator",2023-10-04,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – the ranking member of the Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations and Innovation – today released the following statement expressing his support for the nomination of Mike Whitaker to be the Administrator for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA): “I support Mr. Whitaker’s nomination and encourage my colleagues to do the same. The FAA is long overdue for a permanent, qualified administrator and this vacancy has had a ripple effect not just in aviation but across multiple sectors and industries. “Mr. Whitaker has extensive experience working as the Deputy Administrator of the FAA, chief operating officer of an advanced air mobility company and as an employee for a major commercial airline. His knowledge of the many different facets of the aviation industry will help him be an effective and steady leader of the world’s busiest and most complex airspace system. I look forward to working with Mr. Whitaker to ensure the FAA has the resources necessary to keep Americans safe and guide us into the next era of aviation.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=657245A9-7408-45CE-8A10-3381DC6D6CFD,Sen. Moran Statement Recognizing Tom Gentile,2023-10-03,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement recognizing Tom Gentile for his years of work as President/CEO of Spirit AeroSystems and his support for Wichita and the aviation community: “For the past several years, I have had the opportunity to work with Tom Gentile in his role as President and CEO of Spirit AeroSystems. During his tenure, he oversaw the 10,000th shipset delivery on the Boeing 737 program and was awarded the Aviation Week Grand Laureate Award for Commercial Aerospace Leadership. He was an integral part of the Wichita community serving on multiple governing boards, while also serving on the leadership board of the Aerospace Industries Association. Tom has greatly contributed to Wichita, Kansas, and the greater aviation community across the nation and around the world. He has and will continue to make a difference. I am grateful for Julie and his friendship and wish them well in their new chapter.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=B0780F79-FBF2-4F04-8124-DB7C8243757A,"Sens. Moran, Cortez Masto Introduce Legislation to Make it Easier for Servicemembers to Access Loan Forgiveness",2023-10-02,2023,2023-10,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced bipartisan legislation to cut through red tape and make it easier for current and former military servicemembers to access the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This program forgives student debt for qualified public servants including teachers, firefighters and military servicemembers. In 2021, the U.S. Department of Education announced they would automatically count military members’ service toward the PSLF program instead of requiring them to go through a lengthy and complicated certification process. However, the change was never implemented because the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Defense failed to finalize a critical data-sharing agreement. This bill would require the Department of Education to complete a data-matching agreement with the Department of Defense, enabling automatic credit toward PSLF for military service members. “The men and women in our military selflessly serve their nation, which entitles them to these benefits,” said Sen. Moran. “Streamlining the process to access loan forgiveness will help our military members receive their earned benefits and help them achieve financial freedom.” “We should be making it easier for service members and veterans to get their loans forgiven after serving this country,” said Sen. Cortez Masto. “My bipartisan legislation will remove barriers that are keeping too many military members and veterans from accessing benefits they’ve earned.” “It can be surprisingly difficult for service members and veterans to have their military service honored for credit when working toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). While the Department of Education (ED) announced plans to work with the Department of Defense (DOD) to give borrowers automatic credit toward PLSF for their military service, those efforts have stalled,” said Justin Hauschild, Policy Counsel, with Student Veterans of America (SVA). “The bipartisan Ensuring Military Access to Higher Education Benefits Act of 2023 puts this initiative back on track by requiring DOD and ED to share existing information so borrowers receive automatic credit toward PLSF for their qualifying military service. SVA applauds Senators Cortez Masto and Moran for their leadership on this common-sense legislation to ensure military borrowers get the PSLF credit they have earned.” The legislation is endorsed by Student Veterans of America and Veterans Education Success. The full bill text can be found here. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:43:12Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=24EE8E77-D5BB-44AF-82BF-D7BD09D01857,Sen. Moran Statement on Voting to Override President Biden’s Veto on the Lesser Prairie-Chicken,2023-09-28,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement after voting to override President Biden’s veto which dismissed the bipartisan Senate Resolution of Disapproval to overturn the listing of the lesser prairie-chicken as part of the Endangered Species Act (ESA): “Kansas farmers, ranchers and landowners are exceptional stewards of their land because they understand that healthy land is the lifeblood of their communities. For years, landowners in Kansas have and continue to work with partners at every level of government to improve wildlife habitat throughout the Plains. With the stroke of his pen, President Biden sided against the will of Congress and the interest of Kansans who understand and work their lands. The continued listing of the lesser prairie-chicken will not benefit the species and is counterproductive to conservation efforts throughout the bird’s range.” After the Biden administration announced its decision to list the lesser prairie-chicken as endangered under the Endangered Species Act, Sen. Moran joined his colleagues in introducing a Resolution of Disapproval under the Congressional Review Act. This resolution passed Congress in May 2023, and this week the President vetoed it. The vote to override a presidential veto requires a two-thirds majority vote, and the vote did not reach the necessary threshold to overturn the veto. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=4C83ADA0-41C1-4356-A908-05269D35A159,"Sens. Moran, Bennet Introduce Legislation to Support Small Meat Processors",2023-09-28,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) today introduced legislation to increase competition and capacity in the meat processing and rendering industries. The Butcher Block Act would create grant and loan opportunities through the U.S. Department of Agriculture to enable small and mid-sized meat and rendering facilities to expand their operations. U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-N.D.) and Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) introduced similar legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. “High prices don’t just drive up price tags at the grocery store, but also result in higher input costs for ranchers and meat processors,” said Sen. Moran. “Providing resources to allow smaller processors to upgrade and expand their operations will make it easier for ranchers to bring their cattle to market. This legislation will help eliminate waste, support small businesses and provide consumers with more affordable options at the grocery store.” ""Colorado’s livestock production sits at the heart of our $47 billion agriculture sector, but too many producers struggle to find local or regional processing options,” said Sen. Bennet. “Congress should make it easier and more cost effective for Colorado's family farmers and ranchers to bring their animals to market. Our bipartisan legislation strengthens local food systems, increases competition, and helps lower prices for Americans."" The Butcher Block Act would: Improve competition and capacity in rural areas by authorizing USDA loans and loan guarantees to increase and modernize small and medium meat processing and rendering facilities. Including eligibility for cooperatives that are producer-owned and eligible for refinancing Creates a new USDA grant program to expand, diversify, and increase resilience in meat processing and rendering facilities by: Helping facilities receive technical assistance to manage and train a new workforce. Helping small and medium-sized facilities achieve compliance with state and federal regulations. Developing new innovative or mobile facilities to improve local and regional access to processing and rendering services. “I applaud Sen. Jerry Moran’s leadership to increase meat processing capacity,” said Joe Newland, Kansas Farm Bureau President. “This legislation will help increasing competition, strengthen the meat supply chain and create new markets for producers.” ""The National Bison Association appreciates and supports the legislation being introduced by Sen. Moran to develop and expand our nation's processing infrastructure,” said Jim Matheson, Executive Director, National Bison Association. “As consumers discover the great taste and health benefits of uniquely American bison meat, the need for increased bison processing grows too and this bill will address that need."" “The North American Renderers Association welcomes today’s introduction of the Butcher Block Act,” said Kent Swisher, President and CEO, North American Renderers Association. “While Congress and the Administration have previously provided funding and support for the expansion of our country’s meat and poultry processing capacity, this bill if the first of its kind that acknowledges the critical role of rendering as the safe and sustainable method of upcycling the parts of the animal and birds that are not consumed by humans. We thank Senators Moran and Bennet for recognizing that expanding meat processing capacity in the U.S. also requires expanding our country’s rendering capacity in order to safely and hygienically process the meat we don’t eat, reducing food waste, so it doesn’t end up in our landfills and waterways.” “USCA thanks Senators Moran and Bennet for their support and sponsorship of the Butcher Block Act of 2023,” said Justin Tupper, U.S. Cattlemen’ Association President. “This legislation would give USDA the tools they need to diversify and increase resilience in our nation’s food supply system. Those tools include awarding loans and loan guarantees to eligible entities, along with incentivizing new, innovative, or mobile enterprises to increase or improve local and regional meat processing and rendering.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=7E648EA4-4381-4D21-B054-90F9D2670D1B,Sen. Moran Speaks on the Rise of Fentanyl Deaths Resulting from the Crisis at the Southern Border,2023-09-28,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science – spoke on the Senate Floor today to urge the Biden administration to take action to secure the southern border and help stop deadly drugs like fentanyl from illegally entering the United States. “In 2022 alone, there were around 110,000 overdose deaths,” said Sen. Moran. “That’s a little over 300 deaths a day. Around 70,000 of these deaths were attributed to synthetic opioids and fentanyl – including over 1,200 Kansans. This is a full-blown national security crisis, and it’s time that the administration starts treating it like what it is – a national security crisis, a humanitarian crisis and loss of lives of American citizens.” “While law enforcement efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking are bipartisan, we have not yet had bipartisan support to seriously close the border to drug traffickers,” continued Sen. Moran. “For all the work the DEA does to disrupt the drug trafficking and distribution networks, the border is, by far, the single most important line of defense.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=0B001499-DD33-4051-9337-36ED635A06B8,"Sen. Moran Calls for Action as Migrants with Ties to ISIS, CCP Cross Southern Border",2023-09-22,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) spoke on the Senate Floor this week to call on the Biden Administration and the Senate to take action to increase security at the southern border and pass the Secure the Border Act as thousands of migrants cross the border a day, including migrants with ties to ISIS and the Chinese Community Party. This week, Sen. Moran co-sponsored the Secure the Border Act of 2023. “We have a gaping hole in our national security that stretches from California to Texas, and our adversaries are already using that to their advantage,” said Sen. Moran. “I visited the border earlier this year and witnessed Chinese nationals being apprehended by border agents.” “President Biden must act to ensure a stricter enforcement of our immigration laws, reinstate the construction of a wall or fencing in areas that are largely unprotected, and the administration must send a message loud and clear that our border is closed to unlawful entrants,” continued Sen. Moran. “Securing our southern border isn’t a Republican or Democrat issue. It isn’t a Texas or an Arizona issue. It’s a national security issue.” The Secure the Border Act would reinstate reforms to the broken asylum system, expedite immigrant processing, protect unaccompanied alien children, and eliminate economic incentives for illegal immigration by requiring proof of identity and work eligibility for all who work in the United States. Click HERE to View Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=DA7E49F4-F258-4993-86CF-6FE8071FC926,"Sens. Moran, Tester Resolution Honoring Service Dogs Passes the Senate",2023-09-20,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution led by U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) – ranking member and chairman of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – marking today, September 20th, as National Service Dog Day in honor of service dogs across the country. “Service dogs provide life-saving assistance, help veterans with disabilities regain their independence and offer companionship and support to our nation’s heroes,” said Sen. Moran. “I appreciate my colleagues unanimously passing this resolution to recognize National Service Dog Day – a way to raise awareness about the unique training and tasks that service dogs perform to enable veterans with disabilities to live life to the fullest.” “Service dogs play an incredible role in helping our nation’s veterans heal both seen and unseen wounds of war,” said Sen. Tester. “Designating today in their honor makes sure we’re rightfully honoring these four-legged heroes for the lasting, positive contributions they have had on the lives of so many of America’s bravest, and I’m proud we were able to do so.” There are estimated to be thousands of service dogs working across the United States assisting individuals with a wide-range of disabilities and ailments. A service dog is defined as a dog which has been specifically trained to perform tasks for a person suffering from a disability. These can include seeing eye dogs, seizure alert and response dogs for people with epilepsy, and actions to assist individuals suffering from mental health conditions such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). “Service dogs provide invaluable assistance to disabled veterans with the greatest support needs, allowing them to live more independent lives in their communities,” said Paralyzed Veterans of America Associate Executive Director of Government Relations Heather Ansley. “We appreciate the efforts of Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Jon Tester and Ranking Member Jerry Moran to recognize the important contributions these animals make to the everyday lives of people with disabilities.” “Today is a very memorable and significant day in history as it symbolizes the lifesaving role that Service Dogs play in mitigating the Veteran suicide epidemic in this country,” said K9s For Warriors CEO Carl Cricco. “National Service Dog Day will help to recognize how invaluable these incredible canines are to our American heroes. Thank you, Senators Tester and Moran, as well as Congressmen Bost and Takano for playing such a critical role in helping to highlight the lifesaving work of all Service Dogs for Veterans and Americans with disabilities across the country.” Read the full resolution HERE. Sen. Moran met with K9s for Warriors to commemorate National Service Dog Day at the U.S. Capitol, along with two working dogs, Mando and Doc. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=9A68366C-0104-4368-98C5-FD1FCB4CED89,"Sens. Moran, Carper Introduce Resolution to Recognize September as National Student Parent Month",2023-09-19,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – and Tom Carper (D-Del.) today introduced a resolution to recognize September 2023 as National Student Parent Month. The resolution highlights the contributions and achievements of the nearly 4 million Americans with children, including our military-connected student parents, who attend postsecondary educational institutions while also caring for their families. “Balancing classes and parenting requires patience and perseverance,” said Sen. Moran. “This is especially true for many of our military-connected students who wear many hats – mom, dad, student, servicemember – as they work to earn a degree or professional certification while on active duty, transitioning back to civilian life, or while a spouse is deployed.” “Student parents work hard every day – not only to build a better life for themselves, but also to pave the path to success for their children,” said Sen. Carper. “Going to school and raising the next generation requires a great deal of energy, especially for military and veteran students. I’m proud to work with Senator Moran in leading this resolution to give the nearly 4 million student parents across our country the recognition they deserve.” A letter of support from higher education advocates can be found here. Full text of the resolution is available here. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=B1A41C21-7730-4A92-82BB-4D01BB1B26CC,Sen. Moran Calls for a Pause on Enacting New Banking Regulations,2023-09-15,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) spoke on the Senate Floor this week to call for the Federal Reserve to withhold enacting new banking regulations until an independent review is conducted on the failure of Silicon Valley Bank. “Meaningful oversight from regulators requires objectivity and must be done without having a predetermined outcome in mind,” said Sen. Moran. “It should come as no surprise that the Fed’s remedy does virtually nothing to address the root cause of recent bank failures: poor bank management and lax supervision. Instead, I worry that the regulations set in motion will serve as an opportunity for regulators to push a preestablished regulatory agenda that will dry up lending.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=13395C21-A68E-4477-AA86-776933BE6BF9,Sen. Moran Honors the Life of Bill R. Fuller on Senate Floor,2023-09-06,2023,2023-09,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today spoke on the Senate Floor to honor the life and legacy of Bill R. Fuller, a former member of the Kansas House of Representatives and Executive Director of the USDA Kansas Farm Service Agency. “Bill worked tirelessly to make government work better for farmers and ranchers across Kansas and our country,” said Sen. Moran. “Bill’s life is an example of the difference one person can make, and I know his legacy will live on in the agriculture community and the state he loved. My prayers are with his wife, Janice, his three children, and the entire Fuller family.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:35:26Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=7D1CE7C9-FEA6-472C-8705-33F729DE1A62,Sen. Moran Announces $1 Million Grant for K-State University,2023-08-17,2023,2023-08,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"MANHATTAN, Kan. – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today announced a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid research and data collection at Kansas State University to reduce the risk of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in cattle. This grant is funded through USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). “K-State plays a critical role in conducting research on how to keep our livestock healthy in order to keep consumers healthy,” said Sen. Moran. “This grant is an investment in protecting our national food supply chain while also working to develop new treatments for cattle.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:31:44Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=FA0792D2-CBB0-4C16-9830-F6B3B8E7156B,"Sen. Moran Marks One-Year Anniversary of PACT Act, VA Extends Filing Deadline for Benefits",2023-08-10,2023,2023-08,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – today recognized the one-year anniversary of the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act being signed into law. Yesterday, the VA made the decision to extend the deadline to apply for backdated PACT Act benefits until midnight on August 14, after veterans reported technical difficulties applying for benefits through the VA’s website. “The PACT Act was signed into law one year ago, and I’m pleased thousands of Kansas veterans who were exposed to harmful toxins during their military service have applied for and been awarded disability benefits following the passage of this law and are newly eligible to receive needed health care services from VA,” said Sen. Moran. “The PACT Act transformed how the VA provides health care and benefits to toxic-exposed veterans and conducts research on the effects of toxic exposure. While I recognize implementing the PACT Act is a monumental task, I have concerns that VA has not adequately tracked how many veterans are enrolling in the VA health care system and believe that the VA can do a better job at informing veterans about the opportunity to enroll. I also remain concerned about the backlog of benefits claims and the time needed to hire and train employees to correctly process claims so that veterans and survivors are not waiting for benefits for months on end or receive inaccurate decisions that leave them waiting for years in the appeals process.” “I will continue to work with my colleagues on the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to make certain the PACT Act is implemented the way Congress intended and that all generations of toxic-exposed veterans receive the care and benefits they have earned,” continued Sen. Moran. Last year, Sen. Moran introduced the PACT Act to deliver all generations of toxic-exposed veterans their earned health care and benefits under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the first time in the nation’s history. Veterans seeking to apply for benefits under the PACT Act can find more information here. Since the PACT Act was signed into law a year ago, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has received more than 843,000 PACT Act-related claims. Although more than 113,000 veterans who served in locations covered by the PACT Act have enrolled in VA health care, VA is still unable to track how many of those enrolled using one of the new eligibility criteria provided under the PACT Act or if they enrolled under a previously existing eligibility criteria. Enhanced eligibility for VA health care ends on September 30, 2023, for post-9/11 combat veterans who separated from the military more than 10 years ago. More than 4.1 million veterans have been screened for toxic exposure-related health conditions since November 2022.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:31:44Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=2C627D3A-B387-493F-AA41-907047B70FD8,Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Dodge Awarded Grant from National Cemetery Administration for Cemetery Expansion,2023-08-07,2023,2023-08,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"MANHATTAN, KS – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – today applauded a $642,322 grant from the National Cemetery Administration to the state of Kansas to expand the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Dodge. The grant will provide for 160 columbarium niches, landscaping and irrigation. “The Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Dodge serves over 6,000 veterans and their families, and I am pleased this new investment will help expand and improve the cemetery,” said Sen. Moran. “It is important we provide Kansans and veterans a place to remember the sacrifices of our veterans and gives our veterans the respect and honor they deserve.” The Veterans Cemetery Grants Program was started in 1978 and has since provided over $1 billion to state, territorial and tribal cemeteries. Their grants help to establish, expand, improve and maintain more than 122 cemeteries across the country. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:31:44Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=435DFB38-A5E6-4A72-9A70-6AB316E1B0A7,PASSED: Sen. Moran’s Legislation to Break up Monopoly Contract for Organ Donation Network,2023-07-28,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Last night, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) to help break up the monopoly contract currently held by the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) to manage the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN). The legislation would remove barriers in OPTN contracting and give the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) statutory authority to improve management of the organ transplantation system in the U.S. The current OPTN contract is set to expire September 30, 2023, making the proposed changes urgent and timely for HRSA to make meaningful reforms. The U.S. House of Representatives passed this legislation earlier this week, and it now goes to the President to be signed into law. “From damaged organs to discriminatory organ donation policies, it’s clear UNOS should no longer be the sole contractor for the organ donation system,” said Sen. Moran. “I have worked for years to shed light on the mismanagement of the organ donation system and have consistently called for the contract to be divided. Once signed into law, this legislation will help provide greater transparency to the organ donation system and change how the contract is divided. Every organ counts, and now the system will be overhauled to help save lives.” Additional co-sponsors include Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.). A two-page summary of the bill can be found here. A section by section can be found here. Timeline of Sen. Moran’s involvement in ending the UNOS contract: May 2023: Sen. Moran joins his colleagues in introducing the Securing the U.S. OPTN Act. March 2023: Sen. Moran secures a commitment from HHS Secretary Becerra to review the 2018 liver allocation rule in response to new data. September 2022: Sen. Moran publishes op-ed in Modern Healthcare titled, “Competition needed to address a flawed organ donation system” January 2022: Sens. Moran and Blunt lead 14 senators in demanding Biden administration reverse its “biased, partial, and unjust” National Liver Distribution Policy December 2021: Sens. Moran and Blunt publish op-ed in the Kansas City Star titled, “System for liver plants is rigged against those who live in the Midwest or South” December 2021: Sens. Moran and Blunt demand HHS reverse flawed liver allocation policy February 2020: Sen. Moran speaks on Senate Floor regarding harmful national liver allocation policy January 2020: Sens. Moran and Blunt urge HHS to continue delaying changes to National Liver Distribution Policy August 2019: Sens. Moran and Blunt press HHS Secretary Azar on proposed changes to kidney, pancreas allocation policies May 2019: Sens. Moran and Blunt call for delay in Liver Allocation Policy pending GAO study April 2019: Sen. Moran questions HHS Secretary Azar on liver allocation policy January 2019: Sens. Moran and Blunt, 20 Senate colleagues demand answers on changes to National Liver Distribution Policy December 2018: Sens. Moran and Blunt challenge flawed changes to National Liver Distribution Policy # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=697A56B4-8A63-4CDD-9F51-CDCA9D001C84,"Sens. Moran, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Address Hid¬den Hotel Fees and Improve Transparency For Consumers",2023-07-27,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), co-chairs of the Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus and members of the Senate Commerce Committee, introduced the bipartisan Hotel Fees Transparency Act. This legislation will improve transparency for consumers by requiring anyone advertising a hotel room or short-term rental to clearly show up front the final price a customer will pay to book lodging. “High prices are forcing Kansans to account for all their expenses, and they should not need to guess how much they will end up paying for a hotel room,” said Sen. Moran. “This commonsense legislation requires hotels and other short-term lodging providers to display and advertise the total price of their room, so Kansans can be certain that the listed price is what they will pay at check out.” “Too often, Americans making reservations online are being met with hidden fees that make it difficult to compare prices and understand the true cost of an overnight stay,” said Sen. Klobuchar. “This bipartisan legislation would help improve transparency so that travelers can make informed decisions.” The Hotel Fees Transparency Act is supported by the American Hotel and Lodging Association. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=AA31200B-AAC4-4727-BC87-B26972F287A1,Sen. Moran Calls for Independent Review of Fed’s Response to Silicon Valley Bank Failure,2023-07-27,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) spoke on the Senate Floor this week to call for an outside investigative review of the Federal Reserve’s response to the Silicon Valley Bank failure and subsequent bank failures. “It is critical that faith be restored in our nations’ banks and their regulators,” said Sen. Moran. “But before policy makers clamor to write stricter banking regulations, an independent review board should be appointed to thoroughly probe the failure of Silicon Valley Bank and the response of the Federal Reserve.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=DD529A33-A6AD-4388-BD79-2AAE4AA955D7,"Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Includes Amendment to Support Surviving Military Spouses",2023-07-27,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) released the following statement applauding the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Passing NDAA is one of Congress’ most important tasks to make certain our military is equipped and ready to defend the nation. This year’s legislation includes critical investments for our nation’s weapons stockpile and cutting-edge cybersecurity technology. Just as importantly, NDAA includes a pay raise to our all-volunteer force and resources to help improve the quality of life for our servicemembers and their families. I also worked to include a number of my priorities in NDAA to protect benefits for spouses of fallen servicemembers, invest in Kansas military bases and expand TRICARE services.” Sen. Moran’s priorities included in the FY2024 NDAA: Protecting Benefits for Military Spouses - Allows surviving spouses to retain certain benefits upon remarriage at any age. This provision is part of a more comprehensive bill Sen. Moran introduced – the Love Lives on Act. TRICARE Pharmacy Benefit Analysis – Analyzes the impact transitioning to TPharm5 is having on stakeholders, including servicemembers, their dependents and veterans. TRICARE Hearing Aids for Dependents of Retirees - Allows the dependents of retired servicemembers to maintain hearing aid coverage through TRICARE Prime. New Investments at Fort Riley – Authorizes $105 million for the construction of an Aircraft Maintenance Hanger at Fort Riley, $1.6 million for the planning and design of a new Air Traffic Control Tower, and $15.6 million in funding for the power generation and microgrid funded in FY2023 NDAA. Resources for Forbes Field – Authorizes $5.9 million for a microgrid and backup power generator at Forbes Field. Red Hill Long-Term Health Study and Registry – Establishes an exposure registry to address CDC recommendations due to ongoing health impacts and limitations of Department of Defense’s (DoD) tracking system. This provision also requires the DoD to conduct an epidemiological study to assess health outcomes for individuals affected by the Red Hill Incident. Military Mental Health Referrals – Currently, servicemembers must obtain a referral through their primary care doctor before seeking care in the community, leading to longer wait times to receive care. This provision requires the DoD to provide a report on how removing the referral requirement impacts servicemembers seeking mental health care. Establishes New Rank of National Guard Vice Chief – Elevates the National Guard Vice Chief to a four-star general. Supporting Children with Disabilities Around the World - Bolsters U.S. support for children with disabilities, helping support local disabilities rights organizations and families of children with disabilities around the world. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=A2244F4C-D01C-4F23-A6F2-6BDF56D7AB90,"Sens. Moran, Blumenthal, Booker Announce Bipartisan Proposal to Protect College Athletes’ Health, Education & Economic Rights",2023-07-20,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"Legislation would establish national name, image & likeness (NIL) standards, provide medical care to injured athletes & prioritize students’ educational opportunities & wellbeing WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) today announced a bipartisan discussion draft of legislation to reform college athletics and prioritize athletes’ health, education and economic rights. The College Athletes Protection & Compensation Act would set national standards for name, image, and likeness (NIL), establish a Medical Trust Fund to provide care to injured athletes, prioritize athletes’ educational outcomes and safeguard athletes’ health and wellness. With student-athletes now able to benefit from NIL and states responding with a patchwork of rules and regulations, the bipartisan framework would set national standards to give athletes the economic and educational opportunities they deserve. “Kansas has an unparalleled history of college athletics that includes several premier programs attracting student athletes from all over the nation and the world,” said Sen. Moran. “It is no secret that college athletics have grown into an increasingly profitable, billion dollar industry, however the rules surrounding athlete compensation have not been modernized. Together, Sens. Booker, Blumenthal and I are releasing this discussion draft to empower student athletes while maintaining the integrity of college sports that we all know and love. Athletics teach young men and women many valuable skills that serve them throughout their life, and it’s important to protect their ability to pursue an education while allowing them to capitalize on their name, image and likeness as a student athlete.” “This bipartisan framework is a milestone step forward for college athletes—protecting sports heroes whose blood, sweat and sacrifice drive a multibillion dollar industry,” said Sen. Blumenthal. “They need a level playing field with guarantees of economic opportunities, educational outcomes, and essential health care. For far too long the NCAA and powerful special interests have held sway, putting athletes second to dollars. Athletes deserve national NIL standards, a Medical Trust Fund, scholarship safeguards, protection against mistreatment and abuse, and more. America’s athletes—all 500,000—deserve these basic rights. I thank my colleagues Senators Booker and Moran for all the hard work necessary to reach this milestone.” “Being a college athlete was one of the greatest gifts of my life – it opened doors of opportunity and offered lessons I carry with me to this day,” said Sen. Booker. “But it also opened my eyes to some deep, systemic injustices in the system – a system that, to this day, continues to put profits over athletes. This bipartisan proposal represents a major step forward, and I’m grateful for the partnership with Senators Blumenthal and Moran. It would make college athletics fairer, safer, and more just, and empower more young people to succeed in sports and beyond.” Specifically, the College Athletes Protection & Compensation Act would: Establish National NIL Standards & Protect Athletes’ Economic Opportunities: The measure would establish the College Athletics Corporation (CAC), a central oversight entity that would set, administer, and enforce rules and standards to protect athletes who enter into endorsement contracts. Athletes would be allowed to have representatives assisting them with contracts, finances, marketing, and brand management, and institutions would be prohibited from punishing athletes for receiving food, rent, medical expenses, insurance, tuition, fees, books, and transportation from a third party. Establish a Medical Trust Fund & Cover Injured Athletes’ Out-of-Pocket Costs: Schools and the Medical Trust Fund would cover the out-of-pocket expenses for injuries and other long-term conditions resulting from athletes’ participation in sports. The Trust Fund would cover medical expenses for college athletes diagnosed with significant long-term conditions related to their participation in college athletics, including chronic traumatic encephalopathy and any other traumatic injuries. Prioritize Athletes’ Educational Outcomes: Athletes would retain their aid covering tuition, books and other fees until they graduate. Institutions would be required to continue offering the aid in the case of suffering a career-ending injury and being cut from a team. Safeguard Athletes’ Health and Wellness: The framework would establish health, wellness, and safety standards to protect college athletes from serious injury, mistreatment, abuse, and death. These standards would focus on conditions such as cardiac health, concussion and traumatic brain injuries, illegal performance enhancers and substance abuse, mental health, overuse injuries, heat-related illnesses, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and interpersonal violence. It would also protect the trainers, physical therapists, and other medical personnel by prohibiting coaches and other nonmedical personnel from attempting to influence or disregard decisions that put athletes’ health and safety first. Bring Transparency to College Athletics: Schools would be required to report revenues and expenditures of each athletics program, the average number of hours college athletes spent on college athletic events, and academic outcomes and majors for college athletes. Set Athletes Up for Long-Term Success: Athletes would be required to take financial literacy and lifestyle development courses where they would be taught personal budgeting, debt, credit, interest rates, contracts, tax liability and other issues relating to their endorsements and income. Ensure Gender Parity in Tournaments: Athletic associations must provide men and women college athletes access to the same facilities and services during tournaments. Full text of the discussion draft can be found HERE. A one-pager can be found HERE. The offices of Sens. Moran, Blumenthal and Booker invite stakeholders to submit feedback by August 20 to College_Sports_Comment@blumenthal.senate.gov. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=890725FA-F07C-4517-949B-B6D2A1970323,"Sens. Moran, King Lead Legislation to Expand Access to Capital for Farmers and Rural Communities",2023-07-19,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Angus King (I-Maine) today introduced the Access to Credit for our Rural Economy (ACRE) Act of 2023. This legislation would benefit American families, farmers and rural communities nationwide by giving greater flexibility to more financial institutions to offer affordable lines of credit to rural and agricultural borrowers. “High inflation and rising interest rates are putting a strain on farmers and rural homeowners in Kansas and across the country,” said Sen. Moran. “Main street lenders must have the flexibility required to provide rural Americans with access to the capital needed to achieve homeownership and continue operating family farms. This legislation will help to boost rural housing and support the agricultural economy that plays a vital role in small towns across America.” “Rural communities across America are facing a serious affordable housing crisis. It has simply gotten way too hard to find reasonably priced homes in our small towns,” said Sen. King. “The ACRE Act is a commonsense way to make home and farm ownership possible for more families by providing better access to low interest loans. There’s no one easy solution to our housing affordability problems, but this bipartisan effort would be an important step forward. I appreciate Senator Moran’s partnership and hope we can get this bill passed for rural communities like those in Maine and Kansas.” Items to Note: Specifically, the ACRE Act would grant community banks the same tax exempt status on certain earned interest that applies to farm credit institutions, allowing farm real estate borrowers and rural home owners access to lower interest rates. This exemption would also apply to single-family home mortgage loans in rural communities with fewer than 2,500 residents and for mortgages less than $750,000. According to the American Bankers Association, this legislation would expand access to affordable agricultural and home loans to over 4,000 rural communities nationwide and save family farmers and producers well over $400 million in annual interest expenses. “Rising interest rates and skyrocketing energy and crop input costs are squeezing profits for farmers and ranchers across America,” said Doug Wareham, President & CEO, Kansas Bankers Association. “Small towns are also facing a housing shortage crisis that threatens the fabric and future of rural communities struggling to grow and prosper. We applaud U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Angus King for introducing the ACRE Act, which will reduce the cost of borrowing for agricultural land and home purchases in rural communities across America.” “ABA and our members applaud Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Angus King (I-Maine) on the introduction of the Access to Credit for our Rural Economy Act of 2023 in the Senate,” said Rob Nichols, President and CEO, American Bankers Association. “Inflation and supply-chain disruptions are driving up the cost of running America’s farms and ranches. At the same time, rising interest rates are squeezing profitability for farmers and putting homeownership out of reach for many rural Americans. ACRE offers a simple and targeted solution that will deliver much-needed relief to farmers, ranchers and rural homeowners in more than 17,000 communities throughout the country without creating new government payments or programs. We urge all members of Congress to support this critically important legislation.” “ICBA strongly supports the ACRE Act to help community banks offer lower rates to farmers and ranchers as well as homeowners in towns with populations under 2,500,” said Rebeca Romero Rainey, President and CEO, Independent Community Bankers of America. “With community banks making 80% of banking industry agricultural loans, this important legislation will help revive and sustain rural economies struggling to overcome the impact of higher interest rates while providing community bank lenders with benefits they can pass on to customers, similar to other rural credit providers. ICBA and the nation’s community banks thank Sens. Moran and King for supporting a common-sense solution that benefits rural Americans, especially young, beginning, and small farmers and ranchers.” Full text of this legislation can be found HERE. Companion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Representatives Randy Feenstra (R-Iowa) and Wiley Nickel (D-N.C.). # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=C6704663-EE39-4D5F-8BB4-86D998E873BC,"PASSED: Sens. Moran, Shaheen Recognize 50th Anniversary of DEA with Senate Resolution",2023-07-19,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) – the ranking member and chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science – to recognize the 50th anniversary of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). “While its mission has evolved and expanded over the decades, the DEA is just as important today as it was 50 years ago as the agency works to apprehend drug traffickers and to protect our communities from harmful, illegal drugs,” said Sen. Moran. “Today we recognize the sacrifices of the men and women in the DEA and remember those who have given their lives in the line of duty while serving in the DEA.” “As we mark the fifty-year anniversary of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s establishment this month, I’m proud to support this resolution honoring the important work of the men and women of the DEA,” said Sen. Shaheen. ""Through the enforcement of controlled substance laws and regulations to dismantling transnational drug trafficking organizations and bringing dangerous, prolific global drug traffickers to justice, their dedicated service is essential to supporting public safety, health and national security efforts. The DEA was established on July 1, 1973 to enforce the Controlled Substances Act. The full resolution can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=F11902AE-B4E9-4258-AF9C-40F2E9A3A549,Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Help Farmers and Ranchers Combat Drought,2023-07-18,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) introduced the Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act to give family farmers and ranchers the flexibility they need to protect groundwater sources while keeping their agricultural lands in production. “The ongoing drought in Kansas is putting a strain on groundwater supply, including the Ogallala aquifer,” said Sen. Moran. “This legislation would enable farmers and ranchers to join a voluntary water conservation program to leverage their land and water resources with USDA, providing incentives for reducing groundwater use. By conserving our natural resources and limiting the strain on the aquifer, this legislation would help producers conserve the water their farms and ranches depend upon for future generations.” “Colorado’s family farmers and ranchers face a future that’s going to be a lot hotter and a lot drier — and they need us to ensure USDA’s conservation programs live up to their potential,” said Sen. Bennet. “Building off the work of Coloradans in the San Luis Valley who first used voluntary easements to support groundwater conservation to sustain the local agricultural economy and wildlife habitat, this legislation creates a new tool for farmers to voluntarily reduce their groundwater use and continue to farm.” “As the West continues to grapple with a historic mega-drought and the long-term aridification caused by climate change, we need solutions that will help us sustainably manage our precious and limited groundwater resources,” said Sen. Heinrich. “That’s why I'm proud to support this bipartisan bill that will provide farmers and producers with more tools to meet the short-term challenges posed by water scarcity, while protecting the long-term health of our aquifers.” America’s groundwater resources are a primary source of drinking water for rural communities and a vital irrigation water supply for many family farms and ranches across the country. However, these resources are in decline — a trend that could seriously affect communities, water users, ecosystem health and local economies. The Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act creates a new voluntary groundwater easement program at the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) within the Agricultural Conservation Easements Program. This easement program is modeled after the experience of Colorado Open Lands, which signed the first-ever groundwater easement in 2022 for the Rio Grande River Basin. The Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act would: Create a new Groundwater Conservation Easement Program at USDA to encourage voluntary, compensated reductions in groundwater consumption on agricultural land and advance local, regional or state groundwater management goals; Allow NRCS to reimburse transaction costs up to 5 percent of the federal share and requires an advance payment for limited resource producers to cover these costs; Guarantee long-term management flexibility for a producer to continue farming and choose how they reduce their water use, as long as they conserve the amount they’ve committed to reducing each year; Make certain farmers are fairly compensated using a payment based on the market value for the water right instead of a per acre payment; and Clarify that easement funds shall not be counted towards a farm’s adjusted gross income and that producers with an adjusted gross income of more than $900,000 are eligible for a waiver from the Secretary to participate in groundwater conservation easements. “The Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act of 2023 is fully supported by the Southwest Kansas Groundwater Management District No. 3. This policy leadership from Senator Bennet and Senator Moran reinforces our efforts to conserve and extend the Ogallala Aquifer and the success of our Agri-based rural communities that depend on vital groundwater supplies long term. SW Kansas farmers have cut water use by 13% (over 200,000 acre-feet) in recent years while assuring the success of food, fiber and energy production in a way that works for their families and communities. We are grateful for the financial support and options afforded them through the Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act of 2023 to close the gap between Aquifer declines and stable water levels for future generations to enjoy the benefits of agriculture food security and the environment,” said Mark E. Rude, Executive Director, Southwest Kansas Groundwater Management District No. 3. “Developed in collaboration with agricultural water users, groundwater easements offer an innovative approach to addressing the West's increasingly critical groundwater shortages,"" said Lesli Allison, Chief Executive Officer of the Western Landowners Alliance. ""We appreciate that they are voluntary, flexible, compensated and durable. These are the kinds of tools needed to sustain the working lands and natural resources on which we all depend."" “From spring-fed streams on the eastern plains to wetlands in the San Luis Valley, groundwater plays a critical role in sustaining vital fish and wildlife habitat important to hunters and anglers in Colorado,” said Alex Funk, Director of Water Resources and Senior Counsel, Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. “The Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act will create a new, flexible tool for farmers and ranchers in Colorado and other states experiencing challenges with sustainably managing aquifer supplies, while protecting important working landscapes and water resources from further development, maintaining food and fiber production, and helping to restore groundwater-dependent ecosystems critical to sustaining fish and wildlife.” Full text of the bill can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=D7E89904-4D30-428A-B3E7-FE49BEDB73CB,"Sen. Moran, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Allow Afghans Allies in the United States to Apply for Permanent Legal Status",2023-07-17,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) introduced the Afghan Adjustment Act, bipartisan legislation to allow Afghans who sought refuge in the United States to apply for permanent legal residency after undergoing additional vetting. Currently, Afghans who were admitted on temporary humanitarian status can only gain permanent legal status through the asylum system or Special Immigrant Visa process (SIV), which face severe backlogs and long processing times. Allowing Afghan allies to apply for permanent legal residency will help provide certainty as they build their lives in the United States. Sen. Moran was joined in introducing this legislation by Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C)., Chris Coons (D-Del.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Dick Durbin (D-III.), and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and U.S. Representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa-02) and Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.-03). “The withdrawal from Afghanistan was a dark day in American history. The rushed and chaotic evacuation from Kabul resulted in the deaths of American servicemembers and stranded thousands of our Afghan allies behind enemy lines,” said Sen. Moran. “For two decades, countless Afghans stood by our servicemembers and risked their lives and their families’ lives to support our troops in Afghanistan. Now, nearly two years since the withdrawal, Afghans, who escaped to the U.S., face uncertainty as their original parole statuses are set to expire soon. This legislation establishes a pathway for our Afghan partners to begin a new life while also establishing a critical vetting process to reduce threats to our national security.” “Giving our Afghan allies a chance to apply for legal status is the right and necessary thing to do,” said Sen. Klobuchar. “This bipartisan legislation will help provide Afghans who have sacrificed so much for our country with the legal certainty they deserve as they rebuild their lives. I will continue working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to advance this bipartisan legislation and provide Afghans who sought refuge in the U.S. with the opportunity for a stable future in their new home.” “It is imperative that America assist those Afghans who supported our country and that fled the oppressive regime of the Taliban,” said Sen. Graham. “We must let the world know that we do not abandon those who aid America. This bill works toward that goal while ensuring strong vetting to protect America’s own security.” “We owe an enormous debt of gratitude to the Afghan people for the ways they supported U.S. forces for almost 20 years, often at great personal risk,” said Sen. Coons. “The Afghan Adjustment Act is a first step towards keeping our word as a nation and honoring that debt. This bipartisan legislation would provide a pathway to lawful permanent status for certain Afghan civilians, offering them a way out of legal limbo and the looming threat of deportation with great risk to their personal safety, and after failing to pass this bill last year, we should take it up and pass it swiftly now. Congress has a track record of passing similar legislation on humanitarian grounds, and it is shameful that we have not done so yet.” “This measure will provide safe haven for Afghans fleeing Taliban persecution. Our bipartisan bill fulfills a moral obligation to the men and women who sacrificed in support of the U.S. mission helping American troops and diplomats,” said Sen. Blumenthal. “These Afghan allies worked as journalists, translators, non-profit workers, guards, and interpreters – as well as other dangerous professions that put their and their families’ lives on the line. This effort is urgent as their situation is increasingly desperate. These at-risk Afghans deserve a clear path to citizenship. I am especially proud to have authored language in the bill that will expand eligibility for the SIV program to members of the Afghan Special Forces, including the Female Tactical Teams. The idea developed from the work my office has been doing with several U.S. veterans and service members who fought alongside these Afghans and who have spent the last year trying to get them to safety. I am honored to work with them to fulfill our moral obligation to those who fought alongside us.” “The United States must ensure that we keep our promises to our Afghan allies, and provide certainty for those who fled to the United States and have no place to return,” said Sen. Murkowski. “I am proud to join my Senate colleagues in legislation to give innocent Afghans hope for a safer, brighter future.” “The U.S. made a promise to our Afghan allies to keep them safe – tens of thousands of whom have now made homes in America. Afghans who came to the U.S. during the evacuation and relocation deserve the opportunity to apply for permanent status – that’s why the Afghan Adjustment Act is so important,” said Sen. Shaheen. “As a leader who’s fought to protect the rights and safety of Afghan women and strengthen the Special Immigrant Visa process to aid Afghan allies, I remain committed to ensuring the U.S. upholds its duty to the Afghan people.” “For 20 years, many Afghans risked their lives to stand alongside our service members and diplomats during America’s longest war. The Afghan Adjustment Act honors our commitment to our Afghan allies, and provides them with a pathway to safety and certainty in the United States,” said Sen. Durbin. “As a Veteran I feel it is our responsibility to honor our commitments and to never forget our Afghan allies who put their lives on the line for Americans,” said Rep. Miller-Meeks. “The Afghan Adjustment Act protects our Afghan allies and alleviates the logistical obstacles that our allies face when working toward a lawful pathway to permanent resident status.” “Tens of thousands of Afghan allies jeopardized their lives and the lives of their families to help our country. They served as interpreters and guides that was vital to our mission and in return, we promised to protect them. To be a friend should not be fatal,” said Rep. Blumenauer. “The Taliban is back in control of Afghanistan, and they have long memories. The Afghan Adjustment Act is more critical than ever to provide a pathway to legal permanent status to protect our allies and for our country—these are people with real talents that can continue to help us.” The Afghan Adjustment Act would also improve and expand the Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) process, including by broadening SIV eligibility to include groups that worked alongside American forces such as the Afghan National Army Special Operations Command and the Female Tactical Teams of Afghanistan. The Afghan Adjustment Act would: Allow Afghans on humanitarian status who submit to additional vetting–including an in-person interview – to apply for permanent legal status. For these Afghans, the primary options under current law to gain permanent status are through our asylum system or the burdensome SIV process; Expand the SIV program to include previously omitted groups, including the Female Tactical Teams of Afghanistan, the Afghan National Army Special Operations Command, the Afghan Air Force, and the Special Mission Wing of Afghanistan; Establish a task force to develop and implement a strategy for supporting Afghans outside of the United States who are eligible for SIV status and require the Department of State to respond to congressional inquiries about SIV applications. The legislation has received the endorsement of organizations including The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Blue Star Families. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=DCBF76F4-4DF6-4193-B1E6-D15840A2159D,Sen. Moran Announces New Daily Flight Destination for Wichita Airport,2023-07-14,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WICHITA, Kan. – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) – Vice Chair of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation – today announced a new daily American Airlines direct flight from Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) in Wichita to Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) in Washington, D.C. The new flights are set to begin on January 8, 2024. “Wichita is growing with new business, educational opportunities and families choosing to make Kansas their home,” said Sen. Moran. “Over the past several years I have hosted numerous business leaders and federal officials in Wichita to meet with local leaders and witness our aerospace, aviation and defense manufacturing capabilities. As companies in Wichita continue to secure federal work, I have seen a vital need of connecting “The Air Capital of the World” with the nation’s capital. The new direct American Airlines flight will allow federal officials to quickly travel to Wichita to see firsthand the great work being done in our region – amplifying our competitiveness as a city and state. This has long been a void I have heard from industry and business owners, and I am thrilled our hard work to fill this void is accomplished. It will also make travel to Washington, D.C. faster and more affordable for Kansans.” “Thank you to Jesse Romo and airport staff for being a strong partner and making certain ICT is ready to accept these new flights,” continued Sen. Moran. “Thank you also to American Airlines for their commitment to Wichita as a destination for these flights. I look forward to Kansans packing the new direct flights to Washington, D.C., Phoenix and Miami.” “American is excited to announce daily, nonstop service from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport to our nation’s capital,” Nate Gatten, Executive Vice President of American Airlines, said. “By early next year, Wichita will see service from five of our hubs in Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago-O’Hare, Phoenix, Miami, and Washington-Reagan, providing Kansans even greater access to our expansive global network.” “Washington, D.C. is a highly coveted market so we’re extremely grateful that American Airlines is adding this destination,” said Jesse Romo, Director of Airports, City of Wichita. “It will be extremely beneficial to the business community and puts Wichita in a competitive position to enhance our economic opportunities.” American Airlines Flight Details: ICT and DCA – daily flights begin January 8, 2024: Depart DCA 11:30 a.m. ET – Arrive ICT 1:45 p.m. CT Depart ICT 3:30 p.m. CT – Arrive DCA 7:15 p.m. ET # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=11338A1D-52BF-4B32-8F71-F14463ECF5AA,"Sens. Moran, Menendez Applaud Committee Passage of Bipartisan International Children with Disabilities Protection Act",2023-07-13,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) today applauded the Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s passage of the bipartisan International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023. This legislation bolsters U.S. support for children with disabilities and strengthens the ability of disability rights organizations and families to advocate for necessary reforms to protect these children. “Children with disabilities deserve a place in society where they are respected, loved and treated with basic human dignity,” said Sen. Moran. “This legislation helps protect the most vulnerable children across the world and makes certain they have the opportunities to succeed by supporting their families and helping keep them out of harmful institutions.” “Tragically, children with disabilities around the world are frequently denied the opportunity to grow up in a loving family, receive an education, and thrive in their communities,” said Sen. Menendez. “The Committee’s passage of this legislation today brings the United States one step closer to providing critical support to organizations of persons with disabilities and families of children with disabilities—the most important and effective advocates—who fight every day for the rights of these children globally. I welcome the strong bipartisan support of my Senate colleagues in redoubling our efforts toward advancing disability rights.” Sens. Moran and Menendez’s legislation was cosponsored by Sens. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.). Full text of the legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=57F99406-A8FD-47CD-8C5F-4C85057AE2F6,"Senate Appropriations Committee Approves Sen. Moran’s FY2024 Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Bill",2023-07-13,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) – today released the following statement after the Senate Committee on Appropriations approved the FY2024 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) Appropriations Act: “I have long been an advocate for returning to regular order and the opportunity that process gives each of us to rein in agencies, departments and bureaucrats by providing specific directions on how tax dollars are spent. “In accordance with the Fiscal Responsibility Act, this bill reduces spending by $1.3 billion. This fiscally responsible bill includes essential resources to further our nation’s priorities in scientific innovation, law enforcement and economic development. I am pleased this committee has produced a bill that reduces wasteful spending without jeopardizing past progress. This legislation will benefit Kansans with federal programs aimed to keep communities safe and invest in infrastructure, and it also accelerates the goal of returning American astronauts to the Moon and cementing our country’s leadership in space exploration. “I am grateful to have worked closely with Chair Shaheen to pass a bipartisan bill that enables numerous agencies within our jurisdiction to accomplish their missions and address the needs of our nation.” The measure was advanced by a vote of 28-1. Items to Note: Department of Commerce: $11.143 billion for the Department’s wide variety of programs, including oceanic and atmospheric monitoring, fisheries management, weather forecasting, economic development, trade promotion, scientific and technical research, broadband deployment and the protection of intellectual property. Department of Justice: $37.513 billion to fight violent crime, disrupt and dismantle drug trafficking networks, apprehend violent fugitives, combat the profusion of cybercrime and counter foreign intelligence threats. This includes $4.169 billion for grants that strengthen state and local enforcement to make certain law enforcement officers are well trained and well equipped in their efforts to promote public safety. School Boards: New protections for parents who peacefully protest at school board meetings. Space Exploration: $25 billion for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), including $7.736 billion to make certain the Artemis Program remains on schedule and that Americans return to the Moon. Aeronautics: Maintains funding for the NASA Aeronautics programs. National Science Foundation: $9.5 billion to support research in fields vital to U.S. national and economic security, including quantum computing and AI. Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=63D94C50-05BE-4EE2-884E-13341EC31FEF,Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Prevent Any U.S. President from Leaving NATO,2023-07-12,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – As North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) leaders meet for the 2023 Vilnius summit in Lithuania, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence – joined Sens. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) in introducing legislation to explicitly prohibit any President of the United States from withdrawing from NATO without Senate approval or an Act of Congress. “Russia’s unjust invasion of Ukraine demonstrates the critical need for NATO and the importance of strong alliances to protect America from threats around world,” said Sen. Moran. “If a U.S. President attempts to withdraw from NATO, Congress must be equipped with the tools to thoroughly evaluate, debate and first consent to this course of action. This legislation is an important step to further assuring our allies of the United States’ commitment to NATO.” “Putin’s brutal war in Ukraine and Finland’s accession and Sweden’s pending accession into NATO all underscore the same thing: NATO is stronger than ever,” said Sen. Kaine. “I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan bill to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to NATO and ensure any U.S. President can’t unilaterally decide to leave the alliance without congressional approval.” “NATO serves as an essential military alliance that protects shared military interests and enhances America’s international presence,” said Sen. Rubio. “Any decision to leave the alliance should be rigorously debated and considered by the U.S. Congress with the input of the American people.” Specifically, the legislation requires the U.S. President to seek the advice and consent of the Senate before suspending, terminating or withdrawing U.S. membership in NATO. If a U.S. President attempts to leave NATO without Senate approval or an Act of Congress, the bill prohibits any funding from being used to do so and also authorizes Congressional Legal Counsel to challenge the administration in court. As a longtime advocate of the alliance, Sen. Moran voted to ratify protocols for Finland and Sweden to join NATO in August 2022. In addition to Sens. Moran, Kaine and Rubio, the legislation is cosponsored by Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Dianne Feinstein (D-Ca.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Angus King (I-Maine), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.). Full text of the bill can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=F30C9D15-5D43-4EF8-9312-C32F3C3A1488,Sen. Moran Statement on State Department’s Afghanistan Review,2023-07-02,2023,2023-07,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) released the following statement after the State Department released its Afghanistan After Action Review: “The State Department’s Afghanistan After Action Review offers a damning account of the mismanagement during the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. The inherent difficulties of an evacuation were clearly exacerbated by a void in leadership, which resulted in the deaths of American servicemembers and stranded thousands of our Afghan allies behind enemy lines. “As a supporter of establishing the bipartisan Afghanistan War Commission, our two decades of fighting in Afghanistan must be studied to learn from the mistakes made and make certain they are not repeated for the sake of our military men and women who serve valiantly. In addition, we must continue to assist the Afghans who stood by our servicemembers. As a sponsor of the Afghan Adjustment Act, I will work with my colleagues in the Senate to provide safety and certainty for our allies and friends who risked their lives and their families’ lives to support our troops in Afghanistan.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:25:20Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=767574F9-9341-4BCC-B37B-E1AB66C5DFCF,Sen. Moran Announces $43 Million Federal Investment for New KU Cancer Center Building,2023-06-28,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) announced a $43 million federal investment to plan and help build a new cancer research facility at The University of Kansas Cancer Center. Sen. Moran was joined by Acting National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Lawrence Tabak in Kansas City to announce the federal investment. The funding was secured by Sen. Moran in the FY2023 Appropriations Package through his role as the Ranking Member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science and as a member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services and Education. “After years of hard work and dedication, The University of Kansas Cancer Center was awarded the NCI’s comprehensive cancer center designation, opening up new possibilities and greater federal investment,” said Sen. Moran. “The University of Kansas Cancer Center is already a nationally recognized leader in the fight to treat and cure cancer. With a new, state-of-the-art cancer center, The University of Kansas Cancer Center can expand its legacy and capabilities to conduct a greater number of innovative research projects, which will undoubtedly lead to improved treatments for patients.” The University of Kansas Cancer Center also received a $100 million gift to help build the cancer center from the Sunderland Foundation. This gift raises the total to $143 million for a building to bring together cancer research, treatment and patient care teams, transforming cancer care in the region. “We do big things in Kansas City, due in large part to the generosity and vision of people like Charlie and Kent Sunderland and the Sunderland Foundation. The commitment of our community and elected officials like Senator Moran have placed The University of Kansas Health System and The University of Kansas Cancer Center at the center of Kansas City’s transformation,” said Bob Page, president and CEO of The University of Kansas Health System. “This new building is more than a building; it is about taking a bold step to say, ‘We believe we can transform the way cancer research and care is provided in our region, across this country and around the globe.’ We not only will save more lives, we will change more lives and our community for the better.” “The University of Kansas Cancer Center is a transformative engine, which will not only reshape how cancer care is delivered but also our community as a destination for the very best cancer care available anywhere,” said Tammy Peterman, M.S., FAAN, president, Kansas City division, and health system executive vice president, chief operating officer and chief nursing officer. “We are doing things at the cancer center not done anywhere else in the country. With our nationally recognized specialists and world-class care teams, we will deliver even more groundbreaking treatments and innovations.” “Our vision is for The University of Kansas Cancer Center to be a beacon of hope and a global destination for both those with cancer and for scientists and clinicians seeking to cure cancer,” said Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center. “This building will be a hub that brings together leading-edge patient care and innovation as we seek to transform both cancer care and cancer research in our quest to cure cancer — together. Patients treated at NCI-designated cancer centers have a 25% greater chance of survival compared to other cancer centers because of the enhanced relationship between patient care and research. This building will advance our goals even further, serving as a catalyst for breakthroughs that will change cancer care on the national level.” “The funding provided by the Sunderland Foundation, combined with the appropriation secured by Senator Moran, will enable the KU Cancer Center to enhance its work in research and patient care while fulfilling its duty to provide public education and outreach programs, especially to diverse communities and high-risk populations,” said KU Chancellor Doug Girod. “More broadly, by strengthening the KU Cancer Center, this funding elevates the entire university and strengthens KU’s position as a leading national research institution and proud member of the Association of American Universities. We deeply appreciate the Sunderland Foundation and Senator Moran’s continued support of the KU Cancer Center and the university, and we look forward to partnering with them in the future on initiatives that benefit Kansas.” “Advancing the KU Cancer Center through this funding and this new building will continue to benefit the University of Kansas Medical Center, its researchers and its students,” said Robert D. Simari, M.D., executive vice chancellor of KU Medical Center. “It also means more collaboration, more cutting-edge research and more opportunities to pursue team science with researchers, scientists and faculty members throughout our schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions.” Currently, The University of Kansas Cancer Center’s labs and researchers are scattered across multiple campuses in the Kansas City metro area and Lawrence, Kansas. This grant will help the cancer center consolidate its labs, research and care into one center. The new facility will be located on the 39th and Rainbow campus. It will be built in phases, with the goal of breaking ground on the first phase by the earliest in the fall of 2024. The new building will bring expanded cancer care and research together in one place. Patients will have access to more innovative clinical trials and groundbreaking therapies developed on site. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=EE1C2AC2-05AC-40E0-ADE6-B0838039845C,Sen. Moran Pledges Continued Oversight After $451 Million in Broadband Funding is Awarded to Kansas,2023-06-26,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science and a member of Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation – today pledged to continue oversight of federal broadband deployment programs in response to the Department of Commerce’s announcement to provide $451 million to Kansas for broadband development: “In this digital age, access to reliable internet can determine the success of farms, businesses and even health care in rural communities. Every taxpayer dollar should be used efficiently and in a way that best serves Americans, which is why I have been working with the Federal Communications Commission to update broadband maps before this funding was allocated. The accuracy of these maps will make certain funding reaches places in need of broadband access and does not overbuild areas that already have internet access. I will continue to use my Appropriations Subcommittee and Commerce Committee roles to conduct oversight of federal broadband deployment programs.” After receiving input from Kansans, the FCC released updated maps in May that listed 81,687 unserved locations, which is a 25,856 increase over the maps released in November 2022. Timeline of Sen. Moran’s work on broadband development: May 2019: Introduced bipartisan legislation to help improve the accuracy of broadband coverage maps. June 2019: Co-sponsored the Broadband DATA Act to authorize new FCC maps. December 2020: Urged full funding for the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act and the Broadband DATA Act, as Congress completed the appropriations process for FY2021. February 2022: Secured a commitment from Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo that “every person in Kansas will have access to high-quality, affordable broadband.” September 2022: Introduced legislation to prevent taxation of broadband grants. April 2023: Hosted Secretary Raimondo in Kansas for a broadband roundtable with local officials. May 2023: Introduced legislation to strengthen the broadband supply chain to ensure timely rollout of federal broadband programs. May 2023: Questioned witnesses during a Commerce Committee hearing on broadband funding and deployment. June 2023: Spoke on the Senate floor regarding the importance of rural broadband access. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=D68F015C-16FD-4E91-A1AD-D69862E146C7,"Sens. Moran, Shaheen, Senate Delegation Meet with President Macron",2023-06-21,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) – members of the Senate NATO Observer Group – led a bipartisan congressional delegation to Paris, France, where they met with President Emmanuel Macron. “The partnership between France and the United States remains strong. During our meeting with President Macron we discussed Putin’s unjust invasion of Ukraine and the implications the outcome of this war will have on the security of Europe and the Western Pacific,” said Sen. Moran, member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. “It is vital NATO allies are united in our strong support for Ukraine, and we reaffirmed to President Macron our resolve and long-term commitment to help Ukraine not just survive, but to win. Transatlantic unity, and that of our democratic allies in Asia, sends a powerful message to China and all countries that threaten the peace and prosperity of others. We also took this opportunity to secure President Macron’s commitment to work with the U.S. and encourage Putin to release American journalist Evan Gershkovich from wrongful imprisonment in Russia.” “As our oldest ally, France is one of the United States’ most trusted and important partners. In our meeting with President Macron, we took the opportunity to address a number of shared challenges, most critically among them: Putin’s unprovoked, barbaric invasion of Ukraine,” said Shaheen, chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee that oversees U.S. policy towards Europe. “In addition to underscoring the need for continued close coordination among NATO allies to help Ukraine defend itself and the future of democracies around the globe, I specifically raised the urgency to work in lockstep to free innocent Americans, including Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan, who have become political hostages to Putin. I appreciated President Marcon’s shared determination to do everything in our power to secure their freedom. I will keep working closely with our French allies and fellow Alliance members to raise their cases and ultimately, to bring them home.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=3A620BDE-FC35-431D-B5E6-6C82AA4C3C2D,"Sens. Moran, Smith Push to Lower Cost of Cancer Treatments",2023-06-16,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) introduced bipartisan legislation to make certain patients who receive oral medications are not hit with thousands of dollars in unaffordable out-of-pocket costs that health plans routinely cover for patients receiving traditional IV chemotherapy treatments. The senators’ Cancer Drug Parity Act responds to the recent improvements in oral medications for cancer by preventing insurers from charging cancer patients higher copayments for those medications than for chemotherapy medicine delivered intravenously. An estimated 2 million Americans will be are diagnosed with cancer this year. A study on patients prescribed oral cancer medications found that one in eight patients faced copayments of $2,000 or more for their first prescription. “As the number of orally administered cancer drugs increases each year, patients ought to be able to immediately benefit from these medical advancements,” said Sen. Moran. “This sensible legislation would encourage ERISA health insurance plans to remain on pace with the latest cancer treatments and expand access to orally administered cancer drugs for millions of individuals. Access to new treatments, therapies and cures will help save lives.” “Advancements in oral cancer medications have made life better for cancer patients across the country,” said Sen. Smith. “Oral medications are less intrusive than traditional IV treatments, can be taken at home, and have turned cancer into a manageable chronic disease for many. But while IV treatments are covered by a health plan’s medical benefits – with moderate to minimal copays – oral medications often have high, unaffordable copays. It can add up to thousands of dollars in costs for patients each year and can cause many to delay or forego necessary care to treat their cancer. Our bill brings parity to these two kinds of treatments and lowers costs for those taking oral cancer drugs.” More than 40 states and the District of Columbia have enacted “oral parity” laws, which prevent health plans from creating different cost-sharing requirements for oral and IV cancer medicines. These laws have made a significant difference for cancer patients – for example, researchers found that the number of multiple myeloma patients initially charge $0 for oral medications nearly quintupled with the enactment of oral parity laws. The Cancer Drug Parity Act would build on this state-level success by: Expanding oral parity protections to privately-insured patients whose health care is regulated at the federal level Preventing insurers from covering oral and self-administered medicines at different cost-sharing rates than IV chemotherapy Implementing these requirements for health plans that already cover both oral and IV chemotherapy treatments The bill is cosponsored by Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Angus King (I-Maine), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Ark.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and Rick Scott (R-Fla.). This legislation is endorsed by Accessia Health, AIM at Melanoma, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, American Urological Association, Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation, Association of American Cancer Institutes, Association of Community Cancer Centers, Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses, CancerCare, Cancer and Careers, Cancer Support Community, Colorectal Cancer Alliance, Community Oncology Alliance, Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE), Fight Colorectal Cancer, GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer, Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association, International Myeloma Foundation, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, LUNGevity, Lymphoma Research Foundation, Medical College of Wisconsin, METAvivor, National Brain Tumor Society, National Comprehensive Cancer Network, National Patient Advocate Foundation, Oncology Nursing Society, Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, PAN Foundation, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Susan G. Komen, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Institute, WVU Medicine, ZERO Prostate Cancer. “We are thrilled Senator Smith and Senator Moran have re-introduced this important legislation that will help millions of cancer patients access the care they need by ensuring equitable insurance coverage to treatment,” said Danielle Director of Public Policy and Advocacy for the International Myeloma Foundation who chairs the Coalition to Improve Access to Cancer Care. “They made great strides in the Senate last Congress, and we look forward to continuing that momentum. Their commitment to improving access to necessary care and patient affordability is commendable, and we appreciate their tireless work in championing the Cancer Drug Parity Act.” A one-page summary of this legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=8FEB4612-190B-4BAD-B215-A98971A896E0,VIDEO: Sen. Moran Highlights Importance of High-Quality Broadband Access for Rural Communities,2023-06-16,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation – spoke on the Senate floor this week to highlight the importance of access to high-quality broadband for rural communities and small towns across Kansas and the country. “The benefits of access to high-quality broadband are clear and well known,” said Sen. Moran. “Broadband access is correlated with more jobs, greater economic growth, better health care outcomes and increased educational performance. When millions are without broadband, we limit our potential as a nation.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks as Prepared for Delivery: “I rise today to discuss the importance of broadband access in rural America. “A recent study by the University of Kansas found that up to a million Kansans live in regions that lack access to high-speed broadband services. Often, rural areas have the worst quality broadband. Or, as is too often the case, they have no access to broadband. “The benefits of access to high-quality broadband are clear and well known. Broadband access is correlated with more jobs, greater economic growth, better health care outcomes, and increased educational performance. “This means our country will be weaker as we confront the economic and security challenges we are facing, including labor shortages, STEM education shortcomings, and lagging American leadership in key technology areas. When millions are without broadband, we limit our potential as a nation. “Recognizing the importance of access to high-quality broadband, Congress has allocated significant resources to help bridge the digital divide. But the first step to appropriately allocating resources is knowing where the money needs to go. “I sponsored the Broadband DATA Act, which was enacted in 2020, to use granular data to create a more accurate and refined broadband map to better target areas in need with new investments. “Getting these maps right is critical because of the significant resources Congress has allocated to bridging the digital divide since 2020. “If the FCC’s maps aren’t accurate, a large portion of the funding will be poorly used and areas in need won’t get the resources required to increase access to broadband. Millions of dollars in new resources for Kansas rely on the accuracy of the maps. “The FCC is also required to allow Americans to challenge inaccuracies within the maps, making certain the maps improve over time. “After receiving feedback from Kansans, a second version of the map was released at the end of May, and I understand from talking with Kansans that is more accurate than before. Continued oversight of the FCC’s work will be necessary, and I look forward to continuing to work with my Commerce Committee colleagues on these efforts. “Now that we know where need exists, we need to make certain investments are appropriately targeted to those most in need, and not wasted overbuilding existing networks. We also must make certain program requirements encourage broadband providers to participate, rather than discouraging them with burdensome requirements that do not line up with Congressional intent. “I also want to make certain that every dollar Congress has allocated to broadband deployment actually goes to broadband deployment, not back to the Treasury. This is why I have introduced legislation to make certain broadband grants are not considered taxable income. “This is particularly important as critical broadband deployment programs at the Department of Commerce allocate funds at the end of this month. Every dollar take back by Treasury represents a community remaining disconnected, and I encourage my colleagues to work with me to make certain this is not the case. “As part of my oversight work as the Ranking Member of the CJS Appropriations Subcommittee, I invited Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo to Kansas to hear directly from Kansans about the challenges they face when deploying broadband across the state. “She heard from Commissioner Randy Leis about the benefits broadband access have brought to Meade County, including education and business opportunities. She also heard from a host of rural telecoms providers, about what they need from the Commerce Department to be successful in deploying broadband across the state. “During this visit, Secretary Raimondo also reiterated her commitment to providing every Kansan with access to high-quality broadband service. “To preserve the small-town Kansas way of life that I – and many Kansans and senators here today – value, I look forward to working with officials to make certain that rural Kansans are connected to quality broadband service.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=3CCD91B1-35BE-4C59-8158-5BFAB61B6735,"Sens. Moran, Shaheen Lead Bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Paris Air Show",2023-06-15,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a senior member of the Senate Commerce and Appropriations Committees – and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) – a senior member of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees – are leading a bipartisan congressional delegation to France to participate in the Paris Air Show, which will run from June 19 to June 25 and feature aerospace, aviation and defense manufacturers from Kansas, New Hampshire and around the United States. “Kansas has a rich history of aviation and manufacturing, linked with a culture that thrives on innovation. Over the past several years, we have brought new business to our state and expanded opportunities for the companies that currently call Kansas home,” said Sen. Moran. “As we build on these successes, I look forward to sharing our state and nation’s capabilities in aerospace and defense at this year’s forum. I am also pleased to co-lead a bipartisan group of senators with Sen. Shaheen to the aviation and defense forum and to meet with government and business leaders from around the world. At a time when China poses significant threats to democratic countries around the world and Russia is waging an unjust war against Ukraine, it is imperative to show that Americans are united with our partners to bolster our national security and to promote a secure and economically vibrant world.” “The Paris Air Show is an incredible opportunity for some of New Hampshire’s top aerospace and defense companies to showcase their cutting-edge technologies on the world stage, and I am proud to support these companies. The event also provides our congressional delegation the opportunity to meet with officials from France and around the world to strengthen our bilateral diplomatic relationships and collaborate on shared national security priorities, from supporting our democratic allies in Ukraine to countering an increasingly aggressive Chairman Xi regime,” said Sen. Shaheen. “I am excited to co-lead this bipartisan group of lawmakers to this defense forum, reaffirming the common ground between Democrats and Republicans on bolstering our national defense and safeguarding our national security.” Joining Sens. Moran and Shaheen are U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.). A group of lawmakers from the House of Representatives will also join the senators as participants in the defense forum. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=5BD0D5BF-2C10-4278-A785-D6E9FB4AE8D4,Sen. Moran Statement on Commerce Committee Delayed Markup of FAA Reauthorization Act,2023-06-15,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – the ranking member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations, and Innovation – today released the following statement regarding a delayed markup of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023: “Members of this committee have been negotiating in good faith for months to produce a strong bipartisan product. This is a first step in the process, and we should move the FAA Reauthorization Act through our committee today. It is crucial we provide certainty and a long-term reauthorization to the FAA to address and prepare for the current and future state of aviation. The FAA is at an important juncture as it navigates an evolving environment and challenges. “When traveling by air, Americans expect to arrive to their destination safely, with minimal delays and without spending all their savings on a plane ticket. It is these expectations that have been at the forefront of our discussions as we drafted this legislation. Work to improve the FAA Reauthorization Act legislation will be ongoing, and I urge the Majority Leader to address those issues on the Senate floor and allow the committee to move this package forward. Our aviation system should not be subject to last minute political whims.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=63238068-BFC9-46F8-AC92-9C0F8CDDBD32,"BREAKING: Sens. Moran, Tester’s Bill to Deliver Annual Cost-of-Living Increase for Veterans Signed into Law",2023-06-14,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – After sustained efforts from U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) – ranking member and chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs – the Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Act of 2023 was signed into law. This bipartisan legislation will increase compensation benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities and military survivors under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “We have a responsibility to provide care and support for our nation’s veterans and their families,” said Sen. Moran. “Many of these veterans rely on the VA for financial support, especially with current rising costs and inflation. Ensuring their benefits keep pace with these price increases will help provide disabled veterans and certain surviving spouses and children with peace of mind. I am pleased the President has signed this legislation into law to provide veterans with the stability they deserve.” “At a time when folks are struggling with rising costs, from housing to groceries, veterans deserve absolute certainty when it comes to providing for their families,” said Sen. Tester. “That’s why I’m proud to have worked with Senator Moran and our colleagues to deliver a cost of living increase to millions of disabled veterans and survivors across the country—including 30,000 in my home state of Montana. As Chairman, I’ll always fight to make sure the men and women who put their lives on the line get the support they need and earned.” The senators’ Veterans’ COLA Act would increase certain VA benefits including disability compensation, clothing allowances, and dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC) for surviving spouses and children to reflect increases in the cost of living. It will directly benefit millions of disabled veterans and military survivors nationwide. The cost-of-living adjustment will be determined by the annual COLA adjustment to social security benefits, as determined by the Social Security Administration, and will go into effect December 1, 2023. The Social Security Administration bases their annual COLA adjustment on the Consumer Price Index, as determined each December by the Labor Department’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Veterans’ COLA Act is supported by the nation’s leading veterans and survivor groups, including The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, Paralyzed Veterans of America, AMVETS, Vietnam Veterans of America, Gold Star Wives, TAPS, Wounded Warrior Project, Military Officers Association of America and Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=41830464-7507-4D23-BC26-0115E8D69AA6,Sen. Moran Invites Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Richard Young to the White House to Celebrate the 2023 Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs,2023-06-09,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – This week, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) invited U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Richard Young and his fiancé Marcia Cox of Junction City as his guests to the White House to celebrate the Super Bowl LVII champion Kansas City Chiefs. This was the first time the Kansas City Chiefs have ever visited the White House. “I was honored to have the opportunity to invite Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Young and his fiancé Marcia as my guests to the White House to celebrate the 2023 Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs,” said Sen. Moran. “CSM Young has served on my Military and Veterans Advisory Board and is a strong advocate for veterans and servicemembers across Kansas and the Fort Riley community.” “To be at the White House to witness the Kansas City Chiefs receive a President’s congratulation for being Super Bowl Champions was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that Marcia and I will never forget,” said CSM (Ret.) Young. “My observation of those in attendance was that sports is truly nonpolitical.” CSM (Ret.) Young served in the Army from 1970 to 2001 and was a Command Sergeant Major in Desert Storm with the 82nd Field Artillery in the Third Armored Division. He served as the Fort Riley Post Command Sergeant Major and achieved the most senior rank for enlisted personnel. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=2F1B293A-54F1-4A10-A638-2D0029A8ED1E,VIDEO: Sen. Moran Speaks at Ceremony Recognizing the 79th Anniversary of D-Day in Normandy,2023-06-06,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs – today spoke at a ceremony commemorating the 79th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy in France. The annual ceremony honors the 9,386 American soldiers buried in Normandy and the 1,557 listed on the Wall of the Missing and pays tribute to the largest and most ambitious military operation in modern history. “Gathered here together, we reaffirm the importance of continued friendship across the Atlantic Ocean, our shared bonds of republican governance, commitment to self-determination, and unified resolve in the face of aggression,” said Sen. Moran. “We remember the heroic sacrifices made here, at the beaches codenamed Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. We remember those who demonstrated bravery and devotion to duty. Whether these men grew up in our cities of the east, industrial towns in the Midwest, farms on the prairie, or on ranches out west, they answered the call to serve with one heart, one spirit, and every intention of returning home when the war was won.” Sen. Moran joined General Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Honorable Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense; Patrick Thomines, Mayor of Colleville sur Mer; Donnie Edwards, President of Best Defense Foundation; and Denise Bauer, Ambassador to France and the Principality of Monaco, as speakers at the event. Click here to view Sen. Moran’s full remarks Remarks as prepared: “I am honored to represent the United States Senate and be here with Mayor Thomines, Mr. Edwards, General Milley, Secretary Austin, Ambassador Bauer, and American Battle Monuments Commission to mark the anniversary of the D-Day and to pay our respects and honor the memory of those who fought for freedom on these beaches. “General Milley, thank you for your distinguished career of service and congratulations on receiving France’s highest military honor, the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor. “To our World War II veterans here today, on behalf of the United States House of Representatives and my colleagues in the Senate, thank you for being here and thank you for your service. It’s rare that young men can do something that still merits expressions of gratitude nearly 80 years later. “June 6th, 1944. As the sun rose above a European continent occupied and overrun, the free world stood ready to push back against the shadow of conquest and tyranny that had endured for four long years. “The eyes of the world were upon the many thousands of young men who waded ashore amidst raining gunfire and artillery blasts to liberate a people they did not know, in a foreign land far from home. “This Great Crusade marked the beginning of the end of Nazi domination in Europe, the return of freedom to French soil, and the tide turning in a war to save the world from tyranny and keep alight the flame of liberty. “Gathered here together, we reaffirm the importance of continued friendship across the Atlantic Ocean, our shared bonds of republican governance, commitment to self-determination, and unified resolve in the face of aggression. “We remember the heroic sacrifices made here, at the beaches codenamed Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. We remember those who demonstrated bravery and devotion to duty. We remember, with deepest gratitude, those who gave their last full measure of devotion. “There are 9,386 young American soldiers buried here and 1,557 listed on the Wall of the Missing. “Whether these men grew up in our cities of the east, industrial towns in the Midwest, farms on the prairie, or on ranches out west, they answered the call to serve with one heart, one spirit, and every intention of returning home when the war was won. “This patch of earth here at Normandy holds a place in the hearts of families across the United States. Generations of Americans have grown up with only stories and photographs of an uncle, a father, a grandfather, or a brother who made the ultimate sacrifice. Each loss represented here by either a white marble cross or Star of David, is a loss that a family has borne for 79 years. They are still loved and remembered. “D-Day remains the largest and most ambitious military operation in modern human history, and it was planned and executed under the leadership of a boy from Abilene, Kansas. “In 1954 President Dwight Eisenhower issued a statement on the tenth anniversary of the landing of the Allied Expeditionary Force at Normandy. In it he reflected how the success of the operation was only possible due to the unity and cooperation of several nations. “The partnerships between nations solidified here on this battlefield, continue today as we strive together to create a freer and safer world. “Since the guns of war fell silent in 1945, the Atlantic alliance has marshalled our combined resources, efforts, and spirits of our citizenries to make certain that the world remains safe for freedom, democracy, and shared prosperity. “As a leader of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee in the United States Senate, I regularly meet with veterans both in Washington, D.C. and across the country. During military service, our veterans were prepared to give everything for our country. Those of us working on their behalf must match that level of commitment. There is no group of Americans I hold in higher esteem than our veterans – among them my own father a World War II staff sergeant who served in North Africa and Italy. “A week ago, Americans observed Memorial Day, where we remembered all those who gave their lives in the service of our military and our country. Today we reflect on what American, British, and Allied personnel dared to accomplish, and through their sacrifices, achieved on behalf of all of mankind. “It is because of what happened here that my dad returned home… that thousands of other fathers and husbands were able to return home. Sadly, tyranny and the threat of tyranny remains. “It is my hope that each of us, and people from every nation, can show the same resolve, the same stalwart defiance, any place tyranny seeks to gain a foothold. We must cherish the lessons and the example of those who stormed these beaches 79 years ago. But even more importantly, we must apply those lessons in our daily lives, whether that be in France or the United States. “Courage, ingenuity, tenacity, and sacrifice. Let us all find a worthy purpose where we can not only apply these virtues, but also remember and honor those who so greatly exemplified them on this soil on this day 79 years ago. “To the Greatest Generation, we respect you, we thank you, and we love you.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=EDA9BA6B-35A3-4E94-ABA9-8773BE80D792,PHOTOS: Sen. Moran Visits 1st Infantry Division Memorial at Omaha Beach,2023-06-06,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – On the 79th Anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) visited the 1st Infantry Division Memorial and the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach in Normandy, France. Sen. Moran was joined by U.S. Army Major General John Meyer, the 1st Infantry Division and Fort Riley commanding general. Click HERE to Download Photos Below Sen. Moran and Major General Meyer visit the 1st Infantry Division Memorial in Normandy, France Sen. Moran and Major General Meyer on Omaha Beach in Normandy, France Sen. Moran pays tribute to Kansas native Colonel Ollie W. Reed and his son Lieutenant Ollie W. Reed Jr. who were buried together in the Normandy American Cemetery # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=80299F62-702E-4EE8-BEEF-102CD3380B7B,"Sens. Moran, Cantwell Introduce Legislation to Support Aviation Safety & Accessibility",2023-06-02,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) – members of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation – introduced legislation to invest new federal resources into the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Center of Excellence (CoE) formed by Wichita State University and the University of Washington. The Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act broadens the scope of research conducted at the Centers of Excellence to include testing for accessible air travel for people with disabilities, including in-cabin wheelchair users and passengers with mobility challenges, as well as increases federal resources for the consortium to accommodate additional research capabilities. The bill also strengthens the centers’ research into advanced aerospace technologies such as carbon fiber polymers, thermoplastic composites and additive manufacturing. This research supports innovative future commercial aircraft designs. “Our universities are necessary partners and pivotal contributors to aviation safety research,” said Sen. Moran, Ranking Member of the Commerce Aviation Subcommittee. “As the aviation industry continues to evolve, this legislation will help make certain the Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials can continue identifying solutions for advanced structures and materials issues, while meeting the demands of a changing ecosystem to ensure that any passenger who chooses to fly can do so and in a safe manner. I am pleased this legislation will continue to support and invest in the important research conducted at Wichita State University in the Air Capital of the World.” “Continuing the mission of FAA’s Joint Centers of Excellence for Advanced Materials is critical to advancing U.S. leadership in advanced materials and composites that will make planes lighter, safer, and more fuel-efficient. Extending the Centers’ research to advance the safe use of wheelchair restraint systems and personal wheelchairs in flight is key to improving the passenger experience for individuals with disabilities,” said Sen. Cantwell, Chair of the Commerce Committee. “With this bill, Senator Moran and I will continue investing in collaborative research between the University of Washington and Wichita State University to make air travel safer and more accessible for all passengers.” “As the aerospace industry continues to advance, the need for high-performance materials is more critical than ever and Wichita State University strongly supports the continuation of the FAA Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials,” said John Tomblin, WSU senior V.P. for Industry and Defense Programs and director of the Center of Excellence for Composites and Advanced Materials (CECAM). “At the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR), we recognize the importance of investing in the development and testing of advanced materials to ensure the safety and sustainability of all aircraft and passengers. That's why we proudly support the FAA Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and its critical role in identifying, adopting, and testing the next generation of advanced materials. We're also proud to support the expansion of this center and the Aviation Safety Act and its goals, such as identifying cost-efficient options for wheelchair space on commercial aircraft while ensuring safety for all passengers. We at NIAR, and the South-Central Kansas region, applaud Senator Moran for his efforts and continued support to ensure the safety and accessibility of our skies and for being an advocate for our economy by promoting research and workforce development in advanced materials for aerospace and the expanded focus on accessibility to travel for individuals with disabilities.” “At the University of Washington, we pride ourselves in leading transformative research in partnership with industry leaders to make new and safe applications of advanced materials and composites possible,” said Dr. Marco Salviato, Associate Professor in the William E. Boeing Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics (A&A) and Director of the Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials in Transport Aircraft Structures (AMTAS) at the University of Washington. “We welcome the opportunity to advance our work with our JAMS COE partners to research aircraft accessibility for all passengers using AMTAS expertise in computational crashworthiness modeling and CECAM’s state-of-the-art crash test facilities. We thank Senator Cantwell and Senator Moran for their continued support of the Joint Centers of Excellence for Advanced Materials and appreciate Senator Cantwell’s ongoing work to ensure Washington state continues to be a leader in aerospace research and innovation for years to come.” “All Wheels Up is very encouraged by the progress being made through the great support and leadership of Senator Cantwell and Senator Moran to achieve safe, accessible air travel for all,” said Michele Erwin, Founder and President of All Wheels Up. “The Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act is an important and vital step towards making air travel truly accessible. Expanding the scope of the FAA Joint Centers of Excellence for Advanced Materials to include further research in aircraft accessibility and wheelchair restraint systems, among other areas which would enable individuals to use their personal wheelchairs in flight, is a significant milestone for our vision of accessible air travel where passengers remain safely in their personal wheelchairs when flying on commercial airplanes. We unequivocally support this Act and appreciate the work of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations, and Innovation to propel accessible air travel forward and inevitably achieve a shared goal - a wheelchair spot on airplanes that provides passengers a dignified, equitable and safe travel experience."" Bill text can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=C8743B29-2432-4E32-95F1-B831EEAC3DA0,Sen. Moran Statement on the Passing of Daniel McCoy,2023-06-02,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today released the following statement ahead of the funeral service for Daniel McCoy, longtime Wichita Business Journal reporter: “Daniel was the Air Capital of the World’s reporter. He was always a friendly face – eager to discuss the latest in aviation and aerospace and how it impacted the Wichita community. I will miss my conversations with Daniel, and I know his respected voice and reporting will be missed in Wichita and the aviation community. Robba and I are praying for his family and his Wichita Business Journal coworkers.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=9D014140-5416-4F87-A40F-BE1F7DDB7AAA,Sen. Moran Statement on Debt-Ceiling Agreement,2023-06-01,2023,2023-06,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement after voting to support the Fiscal Responsibility Act: “Reckless spending can be the demise of our country’s well-being and endless deficit spending will eliminate the American dream for our children and grandchildren. The Fiscal Responsibility Act is not legislation I would introduce. However, no deal is not a solution, and defaulting on the national debt in no way benefits Kansans or Americans. “Defaulting on our debt would send a message to the world that we are a nation that cannot be trusted to pay our bills. China is watching our ability to govern and would like nothing more than for our standing in the world to be damaged due to default. It is vital to our economy and our national security that we do not default and we preserve the dollar as the world’s primary reserve currency. Governing in a divided government is challenging. It requires negotiation and finding common ground. Unfortunately, President Biden refused to negotiate with House Republicans for months in an effort to intimidate Republicans and pass an unaltered debt increase. This would have opened the door for the Democratic majority to spend even more with no strings attached. “The debt-ceiling agreement does accomplish key conservative priorities that will benefit America and help put our nation on a better path towards fiscal responsibility. This legislation will slow the rate of spending through implementing non-defense caps, cutting COVID-19 relief funds, blocking new tax hikes, slashing billions in funding to the IRS, adding new work requirements for SNAP and promoting American energy production. Additionally, we must fulfill the most important responsibility of the federal government: to protect and defend our country and to keep our promise to the men and women who served our country. The debt-ceiling deal delivers on our commitment to support our veterans. The deal also secures the full funding for toxic-exposed veterans as authorized by the recently passed PACT Act. “Raising the debt limit is not something I or any of my colleagues should take lightly. The debate cannot end with this vote. Congress should not have to wait for a crisis or the debt ceiling to consider fiscally responsible measures. The federal government must spend less, set limits and stop waste. This should become the norm for every Member of Congress and the President. Without a serious long-term plan and subsequent action to reduce spending, we will be back in this position way too soon and will jeopardize the American dream. We must confront this threat head on and – using the debt-ceiling deal as a blueprint – develop a more fiscally responsible legislative agenda.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks on the Debt-Ceiling Agreement",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:15:57Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=ECA3AFD0-5CA2-42E7-8795-C002871AB9F0,"Sen. Moran Honors Sacrifice, Survivors on Memorial Day",2023-05-28,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) – lead Republican of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee – today released the following statement to recognize Memorial Day 2023: “I recently had the honor to present an American flag to a World War II Kansas veteran and thank him for his service. Speaking to World War II veterans, I am reminded of the heroic sacrifices thousands from the Greatest Generation and throughout our nation’s history made to protect the world from tyranny. Decades come and go, but we will always remember the service of the men and women who fought and died in far off places like Germany, Korea, Vietnam and Afghanistan – to defend our freedoms and our way of life. We also recognize that military service is family service, and no one knows better the true cost of freedom than those who have lost a loved one as a result of their military service. This Memorial Day, I want to take time to honor our fallen servicemembers. To those brave Americans who gave their lives in defense of this nation, and to their families: we respect you; we thank you for your service; and we love you.” Sen. Moran recently led the introduction and passage of a resolution to recognize the 50th anniversary of the homecoming of prisoners of war from Vietnam. That resolution can be found here. Sen. Moran introduced the Love Lives On Act, which would allow spouses of deceased servicemembers to retain certain survivor benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense, if they remarry before the age of 55. You can read more on that legislation here. Sen. Moran presents World War II veteran, Kenneth Miller of Stockton, with an American flag flown over the U.S. Capitol in his honor. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=9D5EEF70-7806-416B-8496-CEB067162B2D,Sen. Moran Announces $4.7 Million Federal Investment for K-State Salina,2023-05-26,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations – today announced a $4,750,000 federal investment for the Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus to develop an aerospace simulation center. “K-State Salina is leading the way in training pilots, and this federal investment will help the Aerospace and Technology Campus expand its learning opportunities,” said Sen. Moran. “Training the next generation of pilots will make certain our aviation industry continues to meet the demands of air travel and transportation.” These federal resources build on a corporate investment from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. Sen. Moran participated in the announcement of the $10 million investment in 2022. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=16B4AFDA-71DE-4D31-8A61-8FB9BB89A924,Sen. Moran Recognizes 50th Homecoming of U.S. Prisoners of War from Vietnam,2023-05-25,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs – introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution to honor the extraordinary sacrifice and service of the approximately 766 members of the Armed Forces held captive during the Vietnam War. In 1973, 591 of those prisoners were released by the North Vietnamese. On May 24, 1973, President and Mrs. Nixon hosted the largest dinner in White House history – then and now – in honor of the released Vietnam POWs. On May 24, 2023, exactly 50 years later, nearly 200 of those POWs dined in the Nixon Library’s White House East Room replica and recreated that dinner, down to the menu items and centerpieces. Specifically, the resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the homecoming of United States prisoners of war (POWs) from Vietnam and commemorates the 50th anniversary celebrations to be held by the Richard Nixon Presidential Library on May 23-25, 2023. “Our veterans deserve our gratitude and respect when they return home,” said Sen. Moran. “As a teenager, I watched how Vietnam veterans were treated, and I committed to do everything I could to make certain our Vietnam Veterans were given the honor they are due. This resolution commemorating the homecoming of American prisoners of war represents our nation’s commitment to honor those who served in Vietnam and to say we are grateful for your service; we love you; and welcome home.” Companion legislation in the House of Representatives is led by Representatives Joe Wilson (SC-02), Jason Crow (CO-06), Young Kim (CA-40) and Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11). Full text of the resolution can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=0B45F113-55B3-4781-8892-035085B46D5B,Sen. Moran’s Bill to Improve Safety of FAA System and Prevent Outages Heads to President’s Desk,2023-05-24,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation and co-chair of the Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus – along with U.S. Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Representatives Pete Stauber (MN-08) and Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) announced that their bipartisan legislation to help prevent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) system outages has passed the U.S. House and U.S. Senate and is headed to the President's desk to be signed into law. The NOTAM Improvement Act would require the FAA to establish a task force to strengthen the resiliency and cybersecurity of the NOTAM system, which alerts pilots of safety and location hazards on flight routes. This bill follows a recent NOTAM system outage in January that grounded flights nationwide. “The complete failure of the FAA’s NOTAM system stranded millions of Americans and was a warning of the need to strengthen and modernize our air travel system,” said Sen. Moran. “The FAA has a responsibility to make certain air travel in our country is as safe and efficient as possible. Passing this legislation is an important step to help meet the demands of 21st-century travel and prevent a similar failure in the future.” “Travelers in the United States deserve safe and dependable air travel service, not nationwide ground stops caused by system failures like we saw earlier this year. That’s why as co-chair of the Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus, I’m focused on strengthening our air travel infrastructure,” said Sen. Klobuchar. “By upgrading and modernizing the FAA’s NOTAM system, this new law will improve aviation safety and prevent system outages from derailing travel.” “The system failure that grounded all flights earlier this year cannot happen again, and I was proud to join my colleagues Senators Klobuchar and Moran in this effort that would prevent similar outages in the future,” said Sen. Capito. “The NOTAM Improvement Act creates a taskforce of experts to develop specific improvements for this critical system, and I’m pleased to see it pass the House overwhelmingly and heading to the president’s desk.” “I’m glad to see my NOTAM Improvement Act clear both chambers of Congress and head to the President’s desk,” said Rep. Stauber. “This critical legislation will improve air travel for Americans by making the NOTAM system work better for pilots and passengers alike. I look forward to seeing the bill be signed into law soon.” “Since the near-miss incident at San Francisco International Airport in 2017, caused in part by the outdated NOTAM system, I have been working to improve aviation safety for both the workforce and the flying public, and am proud to see this bill passed in a bipartisan manner,” said Rep. DeSaulnier. “The NOTAM Improvement Act, and the task force that it creates, will play an important role in the FAA’s ongoing NOTAM modernization initiative, which should be an important part of our ongoing conversations as we address and improve all aspects of aviation safety.” The task force would be composed of representatives from air carriers, airports, and airline pilot, aircraft dispatcher, and FAA personnel unions, as well as aviation safety and cybersecurity experts. In January, Sens. Moran and Klobuchar spoke with FAA Acting Administrator Billy Nolen following the NOTAM system failure to discuss his agency’s efforts to identify the factors behind the system outage that grounded all flights nationwide and prevent similar breakdowns from happening again. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=A4D548D3-022E-4E2C-9307-A313AFD3D05F,"PHOTOS: Sens. Moran, Shaheen Welcome Artemis II Astronauts to Capitol Hill",2023-05-19,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), ranking member and chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies, welcomed the Artemis II astronauts, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and Canadian Space Agency President Lisa Campbell to Capitol Hill and spoke on the importance of the Artemis missions. CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen; Sen. Moran; NASA astronaut Christina Hammock Koch; CSA President Lisa Campbell; NASA Astronaut Reid Wiseman and NASA astronaut Victor Glover; Sen. Shaheen, and NASA Administrator Bill Nelson Sen. Moran speaks with Wiseman “The Artemis II crew represents the next step in cementing America’s leadership in space exploration, while inspiring the next generation of astronauts, engineers, and scientists,” said Sen. Moran. “This week, Sen. Shaheen and I had the honor of welcoming the crew, the NASA Administrator and leadership from the Canadian Space Agency to the United States Senate. The Artemis missions will further scientific discovery, create new economic benefits and deepen our alliances across the globe.” “As the Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee that funds NASA, it is an honor to host the Artemis II astronauts this week,” said Sen. Shaheen. “I believe that setting and achieving ambitious targets as we return to the Moon and prepare to send humans to Mars is critical. We cannot take our continued U.S. leadership in space for granted when our global competitors, including China, are investing heavily in scientific and technological innovation. Ranking Member Moran and I have, on a bipartisan basis, fought to ensure that NASA has the resources to keep the Artemis missions on track. These missions demonstrate continued American leadership in the final frontier and inspire the next generation of STEM leaders to look up and dream big.” Artemis II will be the first crewed flight test of the Orion spacecraft launching on the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. The mission is currently scheduled for no earlier than November 2024. Artemis II will be a 10-day mission that will orbit the Moon, confirming all the spacecraft’s systems operate as designed with crew aboard in the actual environment of deep space in order to pave the way for future lunar surface missions, including Artemis III in late 2025. As Ranking Member of the powerful Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee, Sen. Moran crafts legislation that delivers resources to key federal programs and agencies, including NASA. In this role, Sen. Moran works to provide support for NASA’s Artemis program and prioritize STEM education to ensure a ready generation to carry on our nation’s space goals.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=A9F8FBD7-E3EE-4309-B5CE-1D39D52738F2,"Sens. Moran, Thune Lead Legislation to Address Affordable Housing Shortage",2023-05-19,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and John Thune (R-S.D.) introduced the Housing Supply Expansion Act, legislation that would address the shortage of affordable housing options by making targeted reforms to requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act, a 1930s-era labor law. These reforms would reduce labor costs and administrative burdens on residential construction contractors, which would free up capital that could be redirected toward building additional affordable housing. “Purchasing a home is a part of the American dream that is currently out of reach for many families,” said Sen. Moran. “Reducing the burden of federal regulations will help homebuilders meet the demand for new homes, making homeownership a reality for more Kansans.” “Affordable housing shortages directly affect prospective homebuyers and renters, but they also impact small businesses that are trying to overcome pressing workforce needs,” said Sen. Thune. “I continue to hear about this issue from folks across South Dakota, and I’m proud to lead this common-sense legislation that would reform archaic requirements in the Davis-Bacon Act, cut through its overly-burdensome red tape, and increase the supply of affordable housing.” “NAHB commends Senators Thune and Moran for introducing this bill, which will help lower housing costs by streamlining and modernizing Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements,” said Alicia Huey, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders. “A recent Berkley study found that prevailing wage requirements raise construction costs by more than $30 per square foot. This means that current Davis-Bacon requirements are increasing construction costs by an at least $27,000 for an average 900 square foot apartment, which ultimately translates into higher rents. To solve the housing affordability crisis affecting our communities, Congress needs to look at all the factors driving up housing costs. The nation’s home builders strongly support this legislation.” “The Mortgage Bankers Association commends Senators Thune and Moran for taking action to improve and encourage access to quality affordable housing,” said Bill Killmer, senior vice president of legislative and political affairs at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). “The improper application of Davis-Bacon wage rates is an unnecessary barrier to the modernization and development of multifamily housing, and this bill will help reduce the administrative burden and complexity for residential housing projects. MBA will continue to advocate on behalf of policies that both ensure a healthy real estate market and provide consumers with sustainable housing choices.” Enacted in 1931, the Davis-Bacon Act requires construction contractors involved in certain federally funded or federally assisted construction contracts, like those participating in various federal housing programs, to pay individuals working on the contract at least the prevailing wages of the vicinity in which the construction project is located. The Davis-Bacon Act – as it stands – can disincentivize the construction of affordable housing due to the high costs it places on construction contractors and the administrative burden that accompanies it. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) sets these prevailing wage rates by reviewing data submitted by construction contractors through voluntary surveys, which can be, at times, inaccurate or inconsistent. Last year, DOL initiated a rulemaking that would revise certain tenets of the Davis-Bacon Act. Full text of this legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=AF0F1145-DEA1-42E6-9D4D-74EDE5934829,Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Break up Monopoly Contract for Organ Donation Network,2023-05-18,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) led the introduction of legislation to help break up the monopoly contract currently held by the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) to manage the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN). “From damaged organs to discriminatory organ donation policies, it’s clear UNOS should no longer be the sole contractor for the organ donation system,” said Sen. Moran. “I have worked for years to shed light on the mismanagement of the organ donation system and have consistently called for the contract to be divided. This legislation helps provide greater transparency to the organ donation system and changes how the contract is divided, allowing HRSA to conduct a competitive bidding process for each contract. Every organ counts, and this legislation will help overhaul the system and save lives.” “Major changes are needed to modernize the organ procurement system on behalf of Americans on the waiting list for an organ transplant that will save their lives,” said Sen. Wyden. “For too long UNOS has had a stranglehold on this contract, and as the Finance Committee’s investigation showed, that lack of accountability has had dire consequences. It’s high time to bring in some competition so there can be more accountability and know-how to improve results and save lives.” “UNOS’s monopoly over the U.S. organ donation system has been disastrous,” said Sen. Grassley. “Decades of corruption and mismanagement have left vulnerable patients to die on the waiting list while unused organs from generous American donors go to waste. Building on the Senate Finance Committee’s investigation, I’m committed to working with my bipartisan colleagues to advance long-overdue competition in this life and death area of health care.” “The grave disparities in access to organ transplants are unconscionable,” said Sen. Cardin. “Our bipartisan bill will move us toward a more transparent and equitable system that will save lives by improving timely access to needed transplant organs, particularly for patients in underserved communities.” The legislation would remove barriers in OPTN contracting and give the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) statutory authority to improve management of the organ transplantation system in the U.S. The current OPTN contract is set to expire September 30, 2023, making the proposed changes urgent and timely for HRSA to make meaningful reforms. Additional co-sponsors include Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.). A two-page summary of the bill can be found here. A section by section can be found here. Timeline of Sen. Moran’s involvement in ending the UNOS contract: September 2022: Sen. Moran publishes op-ed in Modern Healthcare titled, “Competition needed to address a flawed organ donation system” January 2022: Sens. Moran and Blunt lead 14 senators in demanding Biden administration reverse its “biased, partial, and unjust” National Liver Distribution Policy December 2021: Sens. Moran and Blunt publish op-ed in the Kansas City Star titled, “System for liver plants is rigged against those who live in the Midwest or South” December 2021: Sens. Moran and Blunt demand HHS reverse flawed liver allocation policy February 2020: Sen. Moran speaks on Senate Floor regarding harmful national liver allocation policy January 2020: Sens. Moran and Blunt urge HHS to continue delaying changes to National Liver Distribution Policy August 2019: Sens. Moran and Blunt press HHS Secretary Azar on proposed changes to kidney, pancreas allocation policies May 2019: Sens. Moran and Blunt call for delay in Liver Allocation Policy pending GAO study April 2019: Sen. Moran questions HHS Secretary Azar on liver allocation policy January 2019: Sens. Moran and Blunt, 20 Senate colleagues demand answers on changes to National Liver Distribution Policy December 2018: Sens. Moran and Blunt challenge flawed changes to National Liver Distribution Policy # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=3F008D98-1E60-443F-ACE9-C0F87B2F17F9,VIDEO: Sen. Moran Speaks on Crisis at the Southern Border After Elimination of Title 42,2023-05-17,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today spoke on the Senate Floor to address the security and humanitarian crisis at the southern border and the consequences of eliminating Title 42. “Repealing Title 42 without a robust plan of action has left our law enforcement agents with a disastrous situation at the border,” said Sen. Moran. “Our Border Patrol agents and officers are being asked to be caretakers, law enforcement, medical professionals and so much more. The fact of the matter is that our country does not have operational control of the border and will continue to fail to do so if we continue down the current path.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=D54C38CC-11CA-4877-98BC-ADCBFAAB7876,Sen. Moran Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Childhood Cancer Research,2023-05-17,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and Mark R. Warner (D-Va.) introduced the Gabriella Miller Kids First Research Act 2.0. This legislation would provide a new source of funding for the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program (Kids First) by redirecting penalties collected from pharmaceutical, cosmetic, supplement and medical device companies that break the law to pediatric and childhood cancer research. “Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease among children, and we must better understand this horrific disease,” said Sen. Moran. “By directing new resources to NIH to research cures and treatments for cancer in children, we can help save lives and honor the memory of Gabriella Miller.” “Gabriella Miller was a Virginian and a passionate activist, and it’s my mission to honor her by working to make sure pediatric disease research is a priority in Congress,” said Sen. Kaine. “I’m proud to join together with colleagues from both sides of the aisle in introducing this legislation, which would provide a crucial source of funding for the pediatric cancer and disease research that can support treatments and save lives in the years to come.” “I can think of no better way to honor the memory of Gabriella and other children who have lost their lives to rare pediatric cancers than by passing this legislation, which would provide crucial, sustainable funding for research to advance lifesaving treatments,” said Sen. Warner. The bill is named in honor of Gabriella Miller, a Leesburg, Virginia, resident who died from a rare form of brain cancer at the age of 10. Miller was an activist and worked to raise support for research into childhood diseases like cancer until her death in October of 2013. In 2014, Kaine honored her by championing the Gabriella Miller Kids First Research Act, which established a Ten-Year Pediatric Research Initiative at the NIH and authorized $12.6 million per fiscal year through FY23 for pediatric disease research. Since the original bill was signed into law in 2014, $126 million has been directed to pediatric cancer research at the NIH through the Gabriella Miller Kids First Research program. While cancer is the leading cause of death by disease among children past infancy, childhood cancer and other rare pediatric diseases remain poorly understood. According to the National Cancer Institute, an estimated 9,910 children under the age of 14 will be diagnosed with cancer and about 1,040 will die of the disease in the United States in 2023. The Gabriella Miller Kids First Research Program has supported critical research into pediatric cancer and structural birth defects and has focused on building a pediatric data resource combining genetic sequencing data with clinical data from multiple pediatric cohorts. The Gabriella Miller Kids First Data Resource Center is helping to advance scientific understanding and discoveries around pediatric cancer and structural birth defects and has sequenced nearly 20,000 samples thus far. This legislation is also cosponsored by U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.). Full text of the legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=1F722554-22C9-48A6-A55E-C2285D054156,"VIDEO: Sen. Moran Recognizes National Police Week, Honors Fallen Kansas Police Officers",2023-05-16,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today spoke on the Senate Floor to recognize National Police Week and remember Kansas law enforcement who passed away in 2022. National Police Week was established by President John F. Kennedy in 1962, and this year runs from May 14 – May 20. “We honor the service and sacrifice of our nation's fallen law enforcement officers, remember those who have departed and acknowledge and express our gratitude for the sacrifices all law enforcement officers make every day they wear the badge,” said Sen. Moran. “During this week, and really every other week of the year, we should and we do honor those we have lost and remember the families they left behind.” Sen. Moran recognized four members of Kansas law enforcement who passed away in 2022: Deputy Sheriff Sidnee Carter with the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Robert Craft with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Officer David Ingle with the Iola Police Department and Sergeant Stacy Murrow with the Linn County Sheriff’s Office. Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=1D4DC4B8-200B-4887-A7D7-7AF36A622F0A,Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Invest in Rural Communities,2023-05-12,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Mark Warner (D-Va.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) introduced the Rural Jobs Act, legislation to build on the success of the New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) by bringing hundreds of millions of dollars in private investment to some of the most disadvantaged rural communities in America. “The New Market Tax Credit has produced meaningful results for underserved areas, resulting in thousands of jobs created and generating new investments,” said Sen. Moran. “It’s time the credit is put to work for rural Americans. Rural Job Zones will cover the vast majority of rural states like Kansas, giving thousands of small towns the same opportunities as larger cities.” The NMTC provides a modest tax incentive to private investors to invest in low-income communities. The programs’ projects have spurred more than $42 billion in private investment and generated more than one million jobs since 2000, but less than one in four NMTC jobs have been created in rural communities. The Rural Jobs Act would designate $500 million in NMTC investments for “Rural Job Zones.” These zones are low-income communities that have a population smaller than 50,000 inhabitants and are not adjacent to an urban area. Under the new definition, Rural Job Zones would be established in 342 out of the 435 congressional districts across the country. The bill would also require that at least 25 percent of this new investment activity be devoted to counties with persistently-high rates of poverty and migration. There are approximately 400 counties in the United States facing persistent poverty. Full text of the legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=EC807DBB-EED0-4C6A-9536-E851A3FB55DF,VIDEO: Sen. Moran Speaks on the Senate Floor on the Importance of Trade for the U.S. Economy and Defense,2023-05-12,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) spoke on the Senate floor this week about the importance of trade to the U.S. economy and national security and called on President Biden to enter into – and Congress to ratify – the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). “America’s economy is the foundation of our power. Without the creation of wealth, we cannot afford to sustain the world’s greatest military, which in turn defends the peace that enables the flow of goods,” said Sen. Moran. “In competing with China in the coming decades, it is essential that the United States provides a positive vision for the region that attracts countries to what America offers beyond security support. Leadership is more than making clear what we’re against: we must offer a compelling case of what we’re for and how it will benefit those we wish to lead. Little in geopolitics is a win-win, but trade is the rare area that advances our interests and those of our partners.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks as Prepared for Delivery: “Here in the early months of this new Congress, I note the broad bipartisan agreement on the importance of the Indo-Pacific region to our country’s future. We are strengthening our military posture in the region, and last Congress we passed legislation to strengthen our strategic industries. “What is being ignored, however, is a third component essential to our success in the region: expanding trade. “At an SFOPS [State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs] hearing in March, I noted the importance of our economic relationships around the world and asked Secretary of State Blinken about our approach to trade agreements, particularly America’s absence from the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership, the CPTPP. “He told me the original pact in 2015 had real benefits, economically and strategically, but since then the world has moved on. I agree with him: our allies and partners have moved on – without us. “A year ago this month, President Biden made his first visit to Asia and unveiled the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, the administration’s initiative to re-engage the region on standards involving digital trade, supply chains, climate change and corruption. “This is a small start, and it falls far short of what needs to occur to advance American prosperity and security—and that of our Asian partners. In particular, the President’s proposal fails to include greater U.S. market access. The United States is belatedly offering tepid leadership to a region that remains committed to open trade. “We can and must correct this or fall further behind in the most economically dynamic region in the world. “I call on President Biden to enter into – and Congress to ratify – the CPTPP. “It would be difficult to overstate how important the Indo-Pacific is to American prosperity. The region comprises 40 percent of global economic output and is expected to grow to 50 percent by the end of the decade. “The largest economy in the region belongs to China, which is the largest trade partner for the region’s countries. This provides Beijing with the leverage to bully our allies and partners into making concessions in exchange for access to the Chinese market. “China’s dominance of the region would put at risk American liberties and prosperity. It’s reality, not an exaggeration. “China used coercion to retaliate against Australia after our allies in Canberra called for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19. Beijing regularly forces American businesses to refrain from criticism of China or conform to Communist policies. China’s leaders can coerce and intimidate because of their economic strength. “It is clear China will exert its tremendous leverage over other nations to achieve its global ambitions. Its attempts to bully countries into its sphere of influence are on full display through the Belt and Road Initiative, which has left a trail of debt traps and human rights abuses. “Yet the United States is ceding our economic leadership that we have established and maintained for the last 80 years. “Having quit the Trans-Pacific Partnership under bipartisan criticism, the countries we worked with – treaty allies and partners – moved ahead and in 2018 brought into force a successor agreement, the CPTPP. These countries represent more than 13 percent of global GDP. In the last few weeks, Great Britain has gained membership. “So important is the CPTPP to the Pacific economies that China applied for membership last September. It would be a grave mistake for us to assume that, in America’s absence, China will be denied membership indefinitely. “China wants in despite already being the largest member of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Agreement, which also includes our treaty allies Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand. This trade bloc accounts for nearly one-third of global GDP. “These two agreements, comprised of nations with diverse ideologies, underscore the importance of economics to the Indo-Pacific. In Asia especially, economics and security are one and the same, and for Washington to ignore that is a miscalculation. “Our allies and partners in the region are noticing America’s absence. Australia’s foreign minister, Penny Wong, said at the end of last year, ‘America’s decision not to proceed with CPTPP is still being felt in the region…We have reached a stage in the evolution of our alliances where they will increasingly require a fully developed economic dimension, as well.’ “And at the end of 2022, Singapore’s defense minister had this to say: ‘The U.S. increasing their military presence in Asia as a stabilizing force is virtuous, it is good and we will support that.’ “But he made this key point: ‘We think that the U.S. should do more to engage as it did previously, to build an economic framework, which as a tide can lift all boats.’ “Despite a National Security Strategy which declares ‘we need to win the competition for the 21st century’ and that we will ‘shape the rules of the road for…trade and economics,’ the document makes clear President Biden believes ‘we have to move beyond traditional Free Trade Agreements.’ “But given the words of our Pacific friends, it is equally clear they have not moved beyond such agreements. In fact, they are doubling down on them without us. The President and his Administration are either oblivious to this fact or indifferent as he seeks to satisfy his constituencies. Given the stakes, I’m not sure which is worse. “Dating back to the 1980s, the National Security Strategy is a Congressionally-mandated report issued by the President to convey the Administration’s national security goals and how to achieve them. In recent decades, one document is published each presidential term rather than yearly. “The 2022 document President Biden stresses upholding the ‘rules-based international order’ but refuses to engage in shaping one of the significant pillars of that order: trade. The National Security Strategy invokes four principles, two of which are openness and inclusiveness. As one scholar observed, the President’s approach to trade is neither open nor inclusive. This hurts our goals in the region, and it hurts Americans at home indeed, our very national security. “Economic partnerships like the CPTPP promote U.S. national security interests by protecting access to critical technology, minerals, and food supplies. Robust trade agreements safeguard the intellectual property and manufacturing capabilities that underpins American military dominance. “Southeast Asia presents a situation in which our agricultural producers can score significant market access wins while U.S. soft power can bolster our influence with these critical partners. “America’s economy is the foundation of our power. Without the creation of wealth, we cannot afford to sustain the world’s greatest military, which in turn defends the peace that enables the flow of goods. As a column in the Wall Street Journal recently argued, ‘the U.S. must embrace the politics of growth. Our world must be, and must be seen to be, the surest, fastest path to raising living standards all over the world. That’s what we did after World War II. We must find a way to do that again today.’ “We can’t help make the rules that will benefit Americans if we refuse to sit at the table and pretend other options will be convincing just because this White House says so. “In competing with China in the coming decades, it is essential that the United States provide a positive vision for the region that attracts countries to what America offers beyond security support. Leadership is more than making clear what we’re against: we must offer a compelling case of what we’re for and how it will benefit those we wish to lead. “Little in geopolitics is a win-win, but trade is the rare area that advances our interests and those of our partners. According to the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, three in four Americans think trade is good for the U.S. economy. “But Congress – and the President – are making a mistake ignoring the old idea of open trade. To best compete with China in Asia and to help Americans at home, joining the CPTPP and providing greater market access is the obvious place to begin.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=5F466340-7D63-48D8-BE15-B44957613E72,Sen. Moran to Serve as Co-Chair of Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus,2023-05-11,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) has been named co-chair of the Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus – a bipartisan group of 23 senators that champions efforts to increase and support travel to and within the United States. He joins Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) as caucus co-chair. Sen. Moran steps into the co-chair role previously held by former Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.). “It’s always a joy to share the beauty of a sunset in the Flint Hills or the boyhood home and library of President Eisenhower in Abilene,” said Sen. Moran. “Tourism helps drive economic investment in local communities, and as co-chair of the Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus, I look forward to working with my colleagues to promote policies to reduce barriers to travel, bolster the travel industry and support the safety and access of travelers across America.” Sen. Moran’s appointment – announced during the 40th anniversary of National Travel and Tourism Week – comes at a crucial moment for an industry that generated $2.6 trillion in economic output last year. Travel is an essential driver of the U.S. economy and workforce and plays a key role in fueling other industries such as manufacturing, health care and education – with efforts that propel the U.S. economy forward. All sectors of travel create and support jobs for nearly 15 million American workers. “Travel and tourism are crucial to strengthening the economy in communities in every state,” said Sen. Klobuchar. “I look forward to working alongside Senator Moran to support workers and businesses across the country and ensure America remains the best place in the world to visit.” “We are thrilled to have Senator Moran, a champion for the travel and tourism industry, in our corner as the Senate Travel Caucus co-chair,” said Melissa Dixon, president, Travel Industry Association of Kansas. “Senator Moran understands the importance of the tourism industry in Kansas,” said Holly Lofton, president-elect, Travel Industry Association of Kansas. “He will represent travel as an economic driver effectively, not only for Kansas but also for the nation, as the Co-Chair of the Senate Travel Caucus.” “Senator Moran has been a leading advocate for the tourism industry across our nation and in Kansas for years,” said Jim Zaleski, former president, Travel Industry Association of Kansas. “It is an honor to know he will be serving as Co-Chair of the Senate Travel Caucus as he represents our great state in Washington DC.” “Kansan Dwight D. Eisenhower championed the Interstate System, which enabled people to travel the country easily,” said Julie Roller Weeks, former president, Travel Industry Association of Kansas. “Now, another Kansan, Senator Jerry Moran, will continue to support the tourism industry and promote policies to reduce barriers to travel. We are excited to have Senator Moran serve as co-chair of the Senate Travel Caucus and know he will make Ike and Kansans proud. Travel supports local tourism and creates direct economic value for communities.” “Senator Moran is a champion and ally of travel, and we look forward to continuing a productive relationship on a range of issues to advance and protect this essential industry,” said Geoff Freeman, president and CEO, U.S. Travel Association. “The voice of Senator Moran, Senator Klobuchar and each member serving on the caucus is critically important to ensuring our government and industry are effective partners in addressing challenges and helping travel grow and thrive.” The Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus is a key voice on a range of issues important to travel, including efforts to reduce U.S. visitor visa wait times and increase international visitation, making certain the entry experience is appropriately resourced with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials and helping provide for the workforce needs of the travel industry. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=886840BA-6EBA-4788-8DD7-048393C1C2C4,Kansas State University Selected for National Science Foundation Award,2023-05-11,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today congratulated Kansas State University for being awarded $1 million from the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Regional Innovation Engines program for the Advancing Biosecurity, Biodefense, and Biomanufacturing project. Established through the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, the NSF’s Regional Innovation Engines project selected 44 teams including universities, nonprofits, businesses and other organizations across the U.S. states and territories to receive a $1 million award. These awards will help organizations create connections and develop their local innovation ecosystem within two years to prepare a strong proposal for becoming a future NSF Engine, where they will have the opportunity to receive up to $160 million. “Congratulations to K-State University and their team for winning this award and building on the many new significant research and development projects in the Manhattan region,” said Sen. Moran. “This award is part of the national effort created by the CHIPS and Science Act to geographically rebalance federal research and development to universities across the country. K-State has demonstrated that participation in this new program will create jobs, strengthen our nation’s global competitiveness and encourage innovation.” ""These NSF Engines Development Awards lay the foundation for emerging hubs of innovation and potential future NSF Engines,"" said NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan. ""These awardees are part of the fabric of NSF's vision to create opportunities everywhere and enable innovation anywhere. They will build robust regional partnerships rooted in scientific and technological innovation in every part of our nation."" ""This will set up a path for more companies to locate and expand in the Greater Manhattan region, creating new jobs, attracting talent and investing in our communities,"" said Daryn Soldan, director of economic development, Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce. ""The region of northeast Kansas and northwest Missouri is home to significant activity in the domain of biosecurity, biodefense and biomanufacturing, including academic and government research and the private sector,"" said Beth Montelone, senior associate vice president for research at K-State. ""Partners in the region aspire to build upon this activity to make northeast Kansas and northwest Missouri a hub of research, education and manufacturing in biosecurity, biodefense and biomanufacturing."" ""Over the next two years, K-State Innovation Partners looks forward to supporting the project by facilitating collaboration among the university, industry and communities through industry engagement, technology commercialization and economic development,"" said Rebecca Robinson, president and CEO of K-State Innovation Partners. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=3BD129BC-A43F-4E1B-9DF5-7E50CB30AC71,VIDEO: Sen. Moran Pays Tribute to the Life of Gary Doane,2023-05-10,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today spoke on the Senate floor to pay tribute to the life of Gary Doane – Downs native, member of the Kansas Farm Bureau and former Chair of the Board of Directors for the Kansas Agricultural and Rural Leadership (KARL) Program. “Gary touched the lives of all who knew him, and he left the world – and our state – a better place,” said Sen. Moran. “I know I speak for many others when I say we will all miss his wisdom and his kindness. Gary did what we all hope to do. He lived a life with purpose, and he loved to invest in the next generation of Kansans. He often spoke of how he wanted to help raise new leaders to preserve the same opportunities he enjoyed living and raising his family in north central Kansas. We all look for examples, and Gary’s life is an example of the difference one person can make. I know his legacy will live on in the community and in the state he loved.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks Sen. Moran’s Remarks as Delivered: “Madam President, I rise today to honor the life and mourn the passing of a Kansan who I was privileged to know well – Gary Doane. “Gary touched the lives of all who knew him, and he left the world – and our state – a better place. I know I speak for many others when I say we will all miss his wisdom and his kindness. “In Kansas, we know the value of community, and we rely upon our neighbors in times of need. Gary took these traits to heart, and his friends and neighbors always knew he would be there to lend a helping hand. “He was raised on a farm not far from my hometown, northwest of Downs. Gary knew the value of faith, hard work and service, and he practiced every day what he believed. He and his wife Glennys enjoyed 45 years of marriage, and they raised their three children on the farm just miles from his own childhood home. “Gary was an active member of his community and a dedicated advocate for causes he believed in. He served at county and state levels of the Kansas Farm Bureau – including eight years on the state board of directors. He also served as the chair of the board of directors of the Kansas Agricultural and Rural Leadership Program – what we know in Kansas as KARL. “Gary instilled a passion for service throughout his life in every circumstance. In 2001, we had the pleasure of having his daughter Amy work on our staff when I was a congressman representing “The Big First” in the House of Representatives. “Gary did what we all hope to do. He lived a life with purpose, and he loved to invest in the next generation of Kansans. He often spoke of how he wanted to help raise new leaders to preserve the same opportunities he enjoyed living and raising his family in north central Kansas. “We all look for examples, and Gary’s life is an example of the difference one person can make. I know his legacy will live on in the community and in the state he loved. “Robba’s and my prayers are with his wife Glennys and his three children, Amy, Vic and Edie, and the entire Downs community.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=4CE46CF5-4036-490A-BF52-81EE9AA9E9C2,VIDEO: Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Reform the Security Classification System,2023-05-10,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Mark R. Warner (D-Va.), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) – members of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence – today introduced the Classification Reform Act of 2023 and the Sensible Classification Act of 2023 to reform the security classification system in order to reduce over classification, prevent mishandling of classified information, promote better use of intelligence and enhance public trust. “In the digital age, our classification system is absorbing a flood of new, critical information,” said Sen. Moran. “When it comes to declassifying documents, our current declassification process costs $18 billion a year and is about as effective as using an eye dropper to drain a flood. These deficiencies undermine our national security, and a backlog of unnecessary classified material is harming our ability to protect what should be secret from our enemies. We are long overdue for an overhaul that begins with an up-to-date declassification system in order to better secure our national secrets, and it begins with the two bills introduced today.” Click HERE to Watch the Press Conference Announcing the Legislation Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Senate Floor Speech on Classification Reform “The government systematically overclassifies too much information, at a dangerous cost to both the nation’s security and the public trust,” said Sen. Warner. “At the same time, we too often fail to protect the nation’s most important secrets. As chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, I think it is clear that our security classification system is badly in need of change. Given the explosion in digital records, the status quo is no longer tenable. We’ve got too many people with access to a system that is devoid of accountability and has grown increasingly byzantine, bureaucratic, and outmoded. We need to protect our national security secrets, and then declassify those secrets when protections are no longer necessary. It’s time for Congress to take action and establish accountability.” “Controlling access to sensitive information enables the U.S. to remain at least one step ahead of its adversaries, but declassification gives us the opportunity to work with our allies around the world and show the American people what their government is doing,” said Sen. Cornyn. “These bills would modernize the process for classification, ensure the safety and security of what should be classified, and make the declassification process more efficient as we seek to strike the delicate balance between transparency and secrecy.” “Public access to government information is vital to a democratic society. Yet, as has been the case for many years, far too many records are classified. And, because of obsolete technology, far too few of those records ever see the light of day, even after they no longer meet the requirements for classification. One necessary step in addressing this crisis is to put someone in charge of modernizing the system so that records are tracked and then declassified and released when appropriate,” said Sen. Wyden. “This legislation accomplishes that goal by designating the DNI as the Executive Agent for Classification and Declassification, a reform that Senator Moran and I have been pushing for years. It is also critical that the rules that govern declassification of records be updated and strengthened and that the entities responsible for oversight of the system be empowered.” The Classification Reform Act of 2023 will undertake significant reforms to the classification process. Among other steps, it will establish a new system of governance and accountability for the security classification system. It also provides that information may only be or remain classified where the harm to national security reasonably expected from disclosure outweighs the public interest. The legislation sets the maximum period for classification at 25 years, allowing only agency heads or the President to extend classification protections beyond that duration. In addition, the legislation also takes several other substantive steps to improve security while expanding transparency, including by establishing minimum standards for executive branch insider threat programs and mandating a security review of presidential and vice presidential records to ensure that records bearing classification markings are not improperly categorized as personal records and removed from secure facilities. In addition to Sens. Moran, Warner, Cornyn and Wyden, the legislation is co-sponsored by Sens. Angus King (I-Maine), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Bob Casey (D-Pa.). In addition, the Sensible Classification Act of 2023 will codify classification authority, streamline the processes for declassification, dedicate additional resources to the issue of declassification, invest in new technology to assist with classification reviews, and undertake an evaluation of existing security clearances and their justifications to identify potential areas for additional reforms. In addition to Sens. Moran, Warner, Cornyn and Wyden, the legislation is co-sponsored by Sens. Susan Collins (R-Maine), Angus King (I-Maine), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Bob Casey (D-Pa.). In 2020, Sens. Moran and Wyden introduced the Declassification Reform Act of 2020 which is included in the Classification Reform Act of 2023. A one-page summary of these bills can be found HERE.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=E6A5CAA0-2307-4555-A214-C9AC0180E66F,Senate Unanimously Passes Sen. Moran’s Bipartisan Bill to Improve Safety of FAA System and Prevent Outages,2023-05-09,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate unanimously passed bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – ranking member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation and co-chair of the Senate Travel and Tourism Caucus – and U.S. Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) to help prevent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) system outages. The NOTAM Improvement Act would require the FAA to strengthen the resiliency and cybersecurity of the NOTAM system, which alerts pilots of safety and location hazards on flight routes. This bill follows a recent NOTAM system outage in January that grounded flights nationwide. “The FAA has a responsibility to make certain air travel in our country is as safe and efficient as possible,” said Sen. Moran. “I am pleased by the swift passage of this legislation and urge my colleagues to quickly pass this in the House. The complete failure of the FAA’s NOTAM system stranded millions of Americans and was a warning of the need to strengthen and modernize our air travel system. This bill is an important first step to accomplish those goals.” The task force created by the NOTAM Improvement Act would be composed of representatives from air carriers, airports and airline pilots, aircraft dispatchers and FAA personnel unions, as well as aviation safety and cybersecurity experts. In January, Sens. Moran and Klobuchar spoke with FAA Acting Administrator Billy Nolen following the NOTAM system failure to discuss his agency’s efforts to identify the factors behind the system outage that grounded all flights nationwide and to prevent similar breakdowns from happening again. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=A20C8B1A-EB3F-402B-B70F-11A816CD894B,"Sens. Moran, Tester Introduce Legislation to Bolster Air Service at Small Airports",2023-05-04,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.) introduced legislation to bolster and attract new air service to small communities across the country. The Small Community Air Service Development Program (SCASDP) was designed to allow small airports to apply for grants to help support and draw air carrier service to their airports. Sens. Moran and Tester’s legislation, the Small Community Air Service Enhancement Act, will improve the SCASDP by increasing available funding for this competitive program and ensuring airports which have experienced a significant reduction in air service are prioritized. “Every flight counts in small communities with limited access to air travel, where each flight can have a significant impact on drawing new businesses and families to a region,” said Sen. Moran. “Strengthening the Small Community Air Service Development Program will help small airports attract commercial flights increasing connectivity across the state of Kansas.” “Expanding reliable air service is essential for Montana so we can lower flight costs, create jobs, and keep families connected across our state,” said Sen. Tester. “That’s why I’m teaming up with Senator Moran to reauthorize the Small Community Air Service Development Program, which helps our rural airports offer more flights and support travel and commerce in Montana for years to come.” “Senator Moran has been a consistent supporter and friend to aviation so we feel extremely fortunate to have his leadership as we look towards FAA Reauthorization and finding opportunities to help us rebuild post-COVID,” said Jesse R. Romo, Director of Airports, Wichita Airport Authority. “We support the proposed improvements to the SCASDP that not only gives the U.S. DOT increased funding, but it also expands their focus to take into consideration several items that are pertinent to small hub airports, like Wichita Eisenhower National Airport.” “Increasing the funding to the Small Community Air Service Development Program will allow regional airports an opportunity to grow commercial service and further enhance those communities,” said Brandon Keazer, Airport Director of Manhattan Regional Airport. “Unfortunately, the global pandemic accelerated air service losses in small and rural communities throughout America,” said Kevin Burke, ACI-NA President and CEO. “Airports appreciate Senators Moran and Tester leading this effort to give those communities most impacted by air service challenges another opportunity to showcase their vitality and viability to airlines and travelers alike.” “We’re grateful to Senators Moran and Tester for their continued leadership in helping airports and communities attract and maintain air service,” said Todd Hauptli, AAAE President and CEO. “Enhancing the Small Community Air Service Development Program is an important element in helping ensure that travelers in underserved areas have continued access to the nation’s air transportation system.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=9C1664D0-0858-4AB5-8F99-4A2B88B28141,VIDEO: Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of Measure Nullifying Listing of Lesser Prairie-Chicken as Threatened Species,2023-05-03,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today applauded the Senate passage of a Congressional Review Act (CRA) Resolution of Disapproval introduced by Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) to nullify the listing of the lesser prairie-chicken as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. Companion legislation was led by Congressman Tracey Mann (KS-01) in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Today, the Senate acted to protect farmers, ranchers and producers from the unnecessary consequences of listing the lesser prairie chicken,” said Sen. Moran. “Listing the bird as a threatened or endangered species is not the answer – plain and simple, we need more rainfall, not more regulation. I am confident there are ways to conserve the species without hindering economic development in rural communities, and I will continue to push for a voluntary solution. I appreciate the Senate acting quickly to pass this resolution and Sen. Marshall’s efforts to bring this legislation to the floor.” Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks Items to Note: On May 21, 2021, Sens. Moran and Marshall joined their colleagues in urging U.S. Department of Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to not list the lesser prairie-chicken under the Endangered Species Act. On July 16, 2021, Sens. Moran and Marshall and Rep. Mann led a group of their colleagues in requesting a 90-day extension to the comment period for the proposed listing of the lesser prairie-chicken. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=6C4DCAB4-C107-4EB7-9FE3-B76DADA13E6A,Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Restore Sovereign Status of Tribal Governments,2023-05-01,2023,2023-05,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) introduced the Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act to restore the sovereign status of tribal governments. This legislation would clarify in a technical amendment that the definition of “employers” in the National Labor Relations Act excludes federally-recognized tribal governmental employers on tribally-owned land alongside other governmental employers. “It is time to correct a decade-old error made by the National Labor Relations Board and once again allow tribal governments, elected by their members, to have the authority to make informed decisions on behalf of those they represent,” said Sen. Moran. “This sensible and narrow bill amends the National Labor Relations Act to exempt tribally-owned entities operated on tribally-owned lands from the NLRB and is supported by more than 160 Indian tribes and tribal corporations. The Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act would rightfully restore the sovereign status of tribal governments, and I will continue working with my colleagues to get this bill to the President’s desk.” Sen. Moran was joined by U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.), James Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) and James Lankford (R-Okla.) in introducing this legislation. Full text of the bill can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:07:47Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=1EA43E46-38DF-4F9C-9D80-3BACF9644399,"Sens. Moran, Marshall Introduce Bill to Provide Reliable & Affordable Energy to Kansans",2023-04-28,2023,2023-04,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) introduced legislation to help provide stable energy rates and a reliable energy grid to states in the Southwestern Power Administration (SWPA), including Kansas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas. The Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act would give the SWPA the authority to operate on a self-funding, revolving Treasury fund to help provide long-term stability to SWPA. This would give the SWPA more stable funding in order to lower customer rates, which can be highly volatile due to market demand and weather. Furthermore, this legislation would provide SWPA more clarity to help plan long-term infrastructure improvements and power replacement. This bill will also allow SWPA to avoid drastic and unnecessary spikes in power rates charged to its wholesale customers in an extreme or multi-year regional drought situation. “It is critical that Kansans have access to reliable electricity at stable rates, especially during extreme and dangerous weather,” said Sen. Moran. “This legislation will provide funding stability that will allow energy providers to make needed infrastructure improvements and prevent Kansans from suffering mass power outages.” “At a time of economic uncertainty and skyrocketing inflation, I am proud to work with Senator Moran on legislation that will drive down energy rates for consumers,” said Sen. Marshall. “Kansans depend on reliable and affordable power, especially our Ag producers, who are already facing worsening drought conditions across the state. This bill will help provide certainty by delivering stable and affordable power to consumers while improving our power grid infrastructure.” The Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act is supported by the Kansas Electric Cooperatives Inc., Kansas Municipal Utilities, Southwestern Power Resources Association, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association and American Public Power Association. “Kansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. and its member co-ops have strongly supported the Southwestern Power Fund Establishment Act for its ability to provide appropriated dollars that will improve grid reliability while helping to stabilize rates. We thank our home state Sens. Moran and Marshall for bringing forward legislation that will have a positive impact on our rural electric cooperatives and their consumer-members.” — Lee Tafanelli, CEO, Kansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. “Federal hydropower is a reliably renewable generation resource. This legislation recognizes the value of protecting that resource throughout the six-state region, making sure that these important assets are maintained. This legislation would go a long way toward ensuring grid reliability and affordably throughout the region for millions of homes, farms and small businesses. I thank Sens. Moran and Marshall for introducing this important bill that represents good business sense.” — Nicki Fuller, Executive Director, Southwestern Power Resources Association “NRECA supports the Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act. The self-financed revolving loan fund authorized by this bill would allow the Southwestern Power Administration to better manage infrastructure needs while being more responsive to market conditions and electric demands created by extreme weather events.” — National Rural Electric Cooperative Association “The American Public Power Association applauds the introduction of the Southwestern Power Fund Establishment Act. Since 1943, not-for-profit public power utilities and rural electric cooperatives have successfully partnered with the Southwestern Power Administration (SWP) to bring reliable hydropower produced at Army Corps dams to millions of customers in Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. While SWPA customers pay all costs of generating and transmitting the electricity in their power rates, a complicated funding process has increasingly failed to provide the financial certainty necessary to steady power rates to customers during drought and extreme weather events. The Southwestern Power Fund Establishment Act would streamline this process in a manner that would help avoid rate spikes and economic hardship for communities served by public power utilities and rural electric cooperatives while continuing to ensure that SWPA customers pay all costs associated with generating and transmitting hydropower produced at Corps dams. It is a win-win for the federal government and communities served by not-for-profit electric utilities.” — American Public Power Association Full text of the legislation can be found HERE. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:02:19Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=847597BB-AED6-4316-AB6C-403C126CFB1F,"Sens. Moran, Marshall Join Colleagues in Urging Biden Administration to Strengthen Renewable Fuel Standard",2023-04-25,2023,2023-04,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) joined a bipartisan group of their colleagues in urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to strengthen the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). The senators are calling on EPA to maintain the blending requirements for 2023, eliminate proposed retroactive cuts to the renewable volume obligations (RVOs) and increase RFS volumes for advanced biofuels. “The RFS creates competition in the marketplace, keeping fuel costs low for consumers while bringing down carbon emissions,” the senators wrote in a letter to EPA Administrator Michael Regan. “By taking the steps enumerated above, EPA can set the RFS on a path that provides stability and growth for the U.S. biofuel sector. In doing so, it can guarantee this essential program continues to function as intended—as a mechanism for reducing emissions, driving economic growth in rural communities, keeping gas prices low, and bolstering national security by promoting an essential homegrown energy source.” In addition to Sens. Moran and Marshall, the letter was also signed by Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio). Full text of the letter can be found HERE and below. The Honorable Michael Regan Administrator Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW Dear Administrator Regan: We write to you regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rule, the RFS “Set” rule, which establishes blending volumes for 2023 through 2025 published on December 2, 2022. This proposed rule provides a path forward for this crucial program as America looks to fortify its domestic energy supply and decarbonize the transportation fuels market. Biofuels lower gas prices, drive economic growth, create good-paying manufacturing jobs, and strengthen economies across rural America. The RFS creates competition in the marketplace, keeping fuel costs low for consumers while bringing down carbon emissions. A Set rule that accurately reflects market conditions will provide certainty to the marketplace, driving economic growth, creating jobs, and growing biobased manufacturing capacity across rural America. We support EPA’s effort to maintain consistency in the program’s implementation and agree with many of the key provisions of the Set rule. However, there are improvements needed that are essential. By taking the actions below when finalizing the Set rule by June 14, 2023, you can give farmers and biofuel producers the confidence that the RFS is an EPA priority. The final rule must increase the proposed volumes for advanced biofuels and biomass-based diesel fuels to accurately reflect market conditions. The proposed volumes are inaccurate, would shrink the market, put nearly $5 billion near-term investments to increase crush capacity at risk, and destabilize the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). EPA’s proposal sets volumes lower than current blending levels—lower than the added capacity that is coming online in 2023 alone—and is inconsistent with estimates of production. Any increase in advanced volumes must be accompanied by an equivalent increase in the total volumes. This approach will ensure that the overall amount of biofuels blended increases, maximizing benefits, and ensuring that growth in the advanced pool does not undercut conventional volumes or investment in second generation biofuels. The final rule must adopt the implied conventional volumes in the proposal. The proposed values for conventional biofuel will maximize carbon emissions reductions, continue to stimulate growth in biobased manufacturing, and reduce gas prices. The proposal properly includes the remaining 250 million gallons from the 2017 court remand in the 2023 volume requirements, completing its work as required by the courts six years ago. EPA must increase its projections for liquid cellulosic biofuel production and increase advanced biofuel volumes concurrently. With EPA guidance now published for corn kernel fiber (CKF) cellulosic biofuel production, we look forward to prompt processing of the CKF registrations that have been awaiting action at EPA in some cases for years. With these CKF volumes coming into the program and near-term coproduction of CKF already happening, EPA should project volumes above zero for corn kernel fiber output for the multiyear RVO. EPA should adopt the Department of Energy’s Argonne National Lab’s GREET Life-cycle assessment (LCA) modeling. The agency has acknowledged that its current approach to LCA modeling is outdated. DOE’s Argonne GREET model is recognized globally as the state-of-the-art model for LCA, and it should be used in all analyses related to biofuels. EPA should finalize its proposal to provide a small refinery exemption (SREs) in only extraordinary circumstances. The granting of SREs in previous years destabilized the renewable fuels market and brought economic harm to rural communities. We support EPAs decision to enforce the intent of the law and grant SREs only in a limited capacity. By taking the steps enumerated above, EPA can set the RFS on a path that provides stability and growth for the U.S. biofuel sector. In doing so, it can guarantee this essential program continues to function as intended—as a mechanism for reducing emissions, driving economic growth in rural communities, keeping gas prices low, and bolstering national security by promoting an essential homegrown energy source. Thank you for your consideration. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:02:19Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=C6CA202A-4A21-4C0C-BBA3-61B8B0346852,"Sens. Moran, Warnock Introduce Legislation to Protect Military Spouses’ Survivor Benefits",2023-04-25,2023,2023-04,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs – and Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) today introduced the Love Lives On Act. This legislation would allow spouses of deceased servicemembers to retain their survivor benefits if they remarry. This legislation was cosponsored by Sens. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) Currently, a surviving spouse under the age of 55 could lose survivor benefits if they remarry. The Love Lives On Act would make certain surviving spouses are able to retain their benefits from both the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) upon remarriage at any age. The bill includes surviving spouses from active-duty, veteran and retired servicemembers. “Military service is family service, and our country owes a great debt to the surviving spouses of fallen servicemembers,” said Sen. Moran. “As Gold Star spouses heal from their loss and choose to remarry, they should not have to worry about losing their survivors’ benefits provided by the VA and DoD.” “The men and women in our military serve our country courageously—and their spouses serve our country, too,” said Sen. Reverend Warnock. “If one of our heroes loses their life in the line of duty, we should honor our servicemember’s sacrifice by ensuring their spouse can retain survivor benefits if they choose to remarry. I’m proud to continue leading this bipartisan effort to fulfill our promise to these patriotic military families.” “TAPS is grateful to Senators Moran, Warnock, Cotton, Hirono, and Warren for their leadership in introducing the first comprehensive remarriage bill, the Love Lives On Act of 2023,” said Bonnie Carroll, President and Founder, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors. “This important legislation will ensure surviving military spouses retain their benefits upon remarriage at any age. Being widowed should not penalize them from finding love in the future.” This legislation is supported by 41 Veterans Service Organizations and others, including the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Gold Star Wives of America, Inc., Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), The American Legion and Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). The Love Lives On Act would: Allow surviving spouses to retain Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) upon remarriage at any age. Allow surviving spouses to maintain eligibility for education benefits under the Fry Scholarship and Dependents Education Assistance upon remarriage. Allow remarried surviving spouses access to Commissary and Exchange benefits. Allow remarried surviving spouses to regain their TRICARE benefits if that marriage subsequently ends due to death, divorce or annulment. Allow access to electronic medical records, appointments, referrals, and prescription refills for remarried spouses with dependent children, and ensure that remarried surviving spouses are treated as the parents to minor children not just the fiduciary. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:02:19Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=33B6ABAB-3298-4B06-88F0-7017F2075327,"Sen. Moran Announces $490,000 Grant for Dodge City Airport",2023-04-24,2023,2023-04,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today announced a $496,222 grant from the Department of Transportation to reconstruct the runway at Dodge City Regional Airport. “The Dodge City airport is an important conduit of commerce and travel in western Kansas,” said Sen. Moran. “This investment will help make certain the airport is able to continue operating for years to come, bringing new faces and opportunities to Dodge City and the surrounding area.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:02:19Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=BDCCCA63-F643-4651-8083-899A91B64D29,"Sen. Moran Announces $590,000 Grant for Pratt Regional Airport",2023-04-24,2023,2023-04,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today announced a $595,754 grant from the Department of Transportation to reconstruct and improve the airport taxilane and parking lot at the Pratt Regional Airport. “The Pratt Regional Airport is an important conduit of commerce and travel in rural Kansas,” said Sen. Moran. “This investment will help make certain the airport is able to continue operating for years to come, bringing new faces and opportunities to Pratt and the surrounding area.” # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:02:19Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=D9B4A2D3-9213-47EF-90A1-2B297965BAAB,"Sen. Moran Introduces Legislation to Help Students Receive Financial Aid Regardless of Farm, Small Business Ownership",2023-04-21,2023,2023-04,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) joined his colleagues in introducing the Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act to reverse recent changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process that could reduce or even eliminate access to need-based student aid for farm families and small business owners. Sen. Moran was joined by Sens. Joni Ernst (Iowa), Jon Tester (Mont.), Chuck Grassley (Iowa), Pete Ricketts (Neb.) and Mike Braun (Ind.) in introducing this legislation. “Requiring students to list family farms where they reside or small businesses as assets on their applications for federal student aid could prevent students from receiving the support needed to pursue a college education,” said Sen. Moran. “Our farms and small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and we shouldn’t penalize students who have a background in either of these vital professions.” In 2020, Congress passed the FAFSA Simplification Act into law with the intent to simplify the financial aid process for students and families. The Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act would create separate guidance for students who own a small business and students who live on family farms. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:02:19Z https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ID=1E205428-9611-4C8D-AF75-ADA42A5E9C85,"Sens. Moran, Marshall and Rep. Estes Applaud $191 Million EPA Loan to Improve Water Quality in Wichita",2023-04-20,2023,2023-04,Republican,Senate,KS,Jerry Moran,M000934,www.moran.senate.gov,moran,https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) and Congressman Ron Estes (KS-04) today applauded the $191 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan awarded to the City of Wichita by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to improve water quality and create an anticipated 1,250 jobs. In 2021, Sens. Moran and Marshall and Rep. Estes urged the EPA to approve the City of Wichita’s application for a WIFIA loan to improve water quality and increase the level of service for one of the state’s largest communities. “Access to clean water is critical for Kansas communities and their long-term success,” said Sen. Moran. “Improving and updating Wichita’s water system is an important investment in the future of our state. This project will create new jobs for the community and sustain future growth as the City of Wichita continues to expand.” “I applaud the work of our Wichita city leaders and their advocacy for improvements in the wastewater treatment facility,” said Sen. Marshall. “This investment will ensure that all residents continue to have access to clean, safe drinking water. The project will improve water quality in the Arkansas River and Mississippi River Basin, building upon the city’s efforts to improve water quality across Wichita from all water and wastewater systems.” “Clean water is essential for families, businesses and economic growth in our region, and this loan for Wichita's Biological Nutrient Removal Improvements Program will be helpful in securing water infrastructure for today and years to come,” said Rep. Estes. The WIFIA loan will be distributed to the City of Wichita and the Department of Public Works. This loan will be used to upgrade two of the city’s most critical wastewater facilities, reducing nutrient contribution to the Arkansas River and Mississippi River Basin. The project will also address local odor concerns, meet growing demand with anticipated population growth and update aging infrastructure. The construction and operation are estimated to create approximately 1,250 jobs. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:02:19Z