WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement after voting to confirm Gov. Sam Brownback as United States Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom:

“Governor Brownback has long demonstrated his commitment to promoting the freedom of all to practice the religion of their choice. He will now be in a position to continue this important work as our Ambassador-at-Large for Religious Freedom."

Items to Note:

• On Monday, Sen. Moran presided over the Senate as consideration of Gov. Brownback began and voted in favor of advancing his nomination.

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