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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today requested unanimous consent on the Senate Floor to adopt the Senate resolution to officially recognize the Kansas City Chiefs as Super Bowl LVII Champions. The Senate unanimously passed the resolution introduced by Senators Moran, Josh Hawley (Mo.), Roger Marshall, M.D. (Kan.) and Eric Schmitt (Mo.). 

The resolution can be found here.

Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran Live Pass the Resolution on the Senate Floor



Sen. Moran's full remarks as prepared for delivery:

"For the second time in four seasons, the Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl Champions.

“Head Coach Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce cemented their Hall of Fame careers with another incredible season and Super Bowl VII victory.

“I also want to acknowledge Chiefs Owner Clark Hunt and Chiefs President Mark Donovan for running an exceptional organization and building the foundation for this remarkable team.

“Chiefs Kingdom – ranging from Kansas to Missouri to all across the Midwest – has the best fans in the NFL, and I look forward to the fan base growing even bigger as the Chiefs continue their dynasty for many years to come.

“I want to congratulate Kathy Nelson with the Kansas City Sports Commission and Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas on a successful Super Bowl Parade that had an estimated one million people from Kansas and Missouri attend.

“Congratulations also to the training and medical staff from The University of Kansas Health System for getting the Chiefs players healthy and ready to win Super Bowl VII.

“Kansas City will again be in the spotlight soon as we host the NFL Draft this April. I look forward to showcasing what Kansas and Kansas City has to offer as we continue to grow our region.

“Congratulations again to the entire Kansas City Chiefs organization.”
 

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services announced it submitted a Request to Secure Water to the Kansas Department of Agriculture-Division of Water Resources (KDA-DWR) related to the senior water rights of the Quivira National Wildlife Refuge: 

“The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s decision to submit a request to secure water for Quivira National Wildlife Refuge creates significant challenges, uncertainty and unpredictability for farmers and ranchers and impedes the voluntary efforts made to satisfy the needs of both the refuge and the local economy. I spoke with FWS Director Martha Williams about the future of the Rattlesnake Creek Watershed and have asked that she commit to working with local stakeholders and state leaders to find a solution that works for everyone.”
 

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today spoke at the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation hearing with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding his priorities as the new ranking member of the subcommittee on Aviation Safety, Operations and Innovation. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) will serve as Chair of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation.

“Kansas is the aviation capital of the world with over a century’s worth of rich aviation history,” said Sen. Moran. “The FAA is at a crucial junction and we must do everything in our power to ensure the United States remains a leader in aerospace innovation and safety. We need to be able to address rapidly advancing new technologies in order to maintain our status at the forefront of this industry and to remain competitive in this world.”

“It’s imperative for this committee to pass long-term reauthorization,” continued Sen. Moran. “It’s no wonder there is uncertainty at the FAA and in the industry when we are so challenged in getting our work done. Multi-year reauthorization is necessary for long-term planning and growth in the civil aviation industry, including maintenance and modernization of aviation infrastructure and technology.”

Click HERE to Watch Sen. Moran’s Full Remarks



Sen. Moran Priorities for the Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation:

  • Pass a long-term FAA reauthorization
  • Bolster the aviation workforce and strengthen the supply chain
  • Address FAA backlog
  • Modernize the FAA
  • Address new entrants into the airspace


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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (Kan.), Josh Hawley (Mo.), Roger Marshall, M.D. (Kan.) and Eric Schmitt (Mo.) today introduced a Senate resolution congratulating the Kansas City Chiefs on their historic Super Bowl LVII victory.

“For the second time in four seasons, the Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl Champions,” said Sen. Moran. “Coach Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce cemented their Hall of Fame careers with another incredible season and Super Bowl victory. I also want to acknowledge Clark Hunt for running an exceptional organization and building the foundation for this remarkable team. Chiefs Kingdom has the best fans in the NFL, and I look forward to the fan base growing even bigger as the Chiefs continue their dynasty for many years to come. One thing is for certain, never count out the Chiefs.”

"The Chiefs had a remarkable season, finishing strong with a hard-fought and well-deserved Super Bowl win,” said Sen. Hawley. “The Kansas City community could not be more proud of this team's accomplishments, and we look forward to their continued success into the future.”

“How about those Chiefs! Celebrating victories like this with family and friends is truly what makes sports so great,” said Sen. Marshall. “Kansans are once again tremendously proud of this team, and congratulations to all the players, coaches, support staff and team management on delivering this franchise it’s second championship in the last four seasons!”

“Congratulations to the Kansas City Chiefs on a hard-fought, well-deserved Super Bowl win on Sunday,” said Sen. Schmitt. “This season, the Chiefs have defied the odds and found a way to win in critical games, and last night was no different. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and the entire Chiefs organization have represented Kansas City and Missouri well, and I wish them continued success in the future.”

The resolution can be found here.
 

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement after the passing of John “Jack” Vanier, long-time supporter of Kansas State University, former president of the Kansas Livestock Association and advocate for rural Kansas:

“Jack and Donna were involved in nearly every good project that benefited Salina and central Kansas. They made everyone feel comfortable in their presence and helped a young guy from Hays become their congressman and later senator. If you were to look for a role model citizen, copy Jack. His legacy will live on in the K-State students who study agriculture and the Kansas farms and ranches that will continue to be passed from generation to generation thanks to Jack’s contributions to our state.”

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.) recently joined their Senate colleagues in filing an amicus brief to the Supreme Court of the United States in Biden v. Nebraska and Department of Education v. Brown, dual cases challenging the Biden administration’s student loan cancellation plan. The senators argue that the Biden administration’s unilateral decision to forgive federal student loan debt in these circumstances is an overreach of executive power and circumvents the authority of Congress.

“The executive has failed in its constitutional duty to faithfully execute the law, exploiting the end of a pandemic to adopt policies at odds with those of the people’s representatives in Congress,” the senators wrote. “The cancellation program is contrary to law and the Constitution, and reflects an unprecedented executive aggrandizement of the fiscal powers vested exclusively in Congress. Where the President has failed in his duty to faithfully execute the law, it is the province and duty of the court to remind him of that obligation.”

According to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), President Biden’s student loan cancellation plan before the Supreme Court is estimated to cost $400 billion in taxpayer dollars. This is in addition to the pause of student loan repayment, which has been extended six times by the Biden administration and cost taxpayers $195 billion to date.

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments on both cases on Feb. 28.

Read the full amicus brief here

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Sen. Moran, Colleagues Announce Down Syndrome Task Force

Bipartisan, Bicameral Group Dedicated to Increasing Awareness About Issues Facing Down Syndrome Community

Feb 08 2023

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) joined his colleagues Senator Bob Casey (D-Pa.) and U.S. Representatives Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) and Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) in announcing the launch of the Congressional Down Syndrome Task Force for the 118th Congress. This bipartisan, bicameral group is dedicated to making certain the needs of the Down syndrome community are a priority in Washington, D.C.

The Congressional Task Force on Down Syndrome will serve as an informal group of members dedicated to increasing awareness about issues facing people with Down syndrome, their families and communities. This task force will also work toward a common goal of promoting legislative activities and public policies that will enhance the quality of life for those with Down syndrome.

“Through increased federal resources and great partners in the medical research field, Down syndrome research has improved significantly in recent years,” said Sen. Moran. “I am grateful to continue co-chairing the Down Syndrome Task Force to accelerate research on Down syndrome, including its connection to Alzheimer’s disease, and to promote policies that support individuals with Down syndrome and their families.”

“I’m proud to be a co-chair of the bipartisan Down Syndrome caucus and bring attention to the experiences and potential of people with disabilities,” said Sen. Casey. “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 Down syndrome face. As we convene this Caucus, I know we are all committed to improving the lives of people with Down syndrome by working hand in hand with the Down syndrome community.”

“My oldest son Cole was born with Down syndrome, and he is one of the greatest blessings in my life. Getting to see the world through Cole’s eyes has made me a better mom and a better legislator,” said Rep. Rodgers. “I’m reminded every day that the Down syndrome community is full of potential just waiting to be unleashed, which is why this task force is so important. Together, we can educate those around us and show the world that nobody is bound by the conditions of their birth.”

“I am excited to once again be co-chairing the Congressional Task Force on Down Syndrome for the 118th Congress,” said Rep. Norton. “Thanks to the hard work of the task force in 2014, President Obama signed the ABLE Act in the 114th Congress, which created tax-free savings accounts for individuals with disabilities. Down syndrome is a personal issue for me, and I am proud to be fighting for Americans with Down syndrome and their families as we begin a new legislative session.”

The task force is supported by three leading national Down syndrome advocacy organizations: the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL), the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) and the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS).

“As three leading national Down syndrome organizations, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, the National Down Syndrome Congress, and the National Down Syndrome Society, we stand in strong support of this task force and applaud Congresswomen Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Eleanor Holmes Norton and Senators Robert Casey and Jerry Moran on their leadership,” said Michelle Sie Whitten of GLOBAL, Jordan Kough of NDSC and Kandi Pickard of NDSS. “The reintroduction of a bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Task Force on Down Syndrome signifies the 118th Congress’s commitment to increasing education and awareness of Down syndrome and advancing legislation that positively impacts the Down syndrome community.”
 

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) tonight released the following statement in response to President Biden’s State of the Union address:

“The American people need look no further than their grocery receipts and bank accounts to understand the grave state of our union. President Biden’s policies have contributed to high inflation, driven up prices by more than 13 percent over the past two years and stifled American energy production – leading to higher energy bills and high gas prices.

“The President recognized we have a serious fentanyl crisis here in our nation as thousands of people lose their lives to drug overdose. I support President Biden’s plans to increase screenings at points of entry along our border, but that will do nothing to stop the drugs that are being brought into the country through the unsecured points along our border. I recently visited the southern border, and it was clear that the administration’s policies over the past two years have exacerbated the crisis at the border.

“While political rancor and gridlock are often the theme in Washington, D.C., supporting our veterans is a mission that often breaks through the dysfunction in Washington. Through a bipartisan effort, the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee was able to pass an historic expansion of benefits and health care for all generations of veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. I appreciate President Biden signing this legislation into law, and I look forward to working with the administration to see that the PACT Act is implemented so that Kansas veterans receive the health care and benefits they deserve.

“Our country’s strength at home projects strength abroad where it is sorely needed. As seen by Kansans and Americans last week, China is using its increasing capabilities to threaten and intimidate the United States and our allies; Russia’s war against Ukraine disregards international law and innocent civilian lives; Iran is at the edge of having the material necessary for nuclear weapons; and North Korea continues to develop its nuclear arsenal. If we don’t have leadership that utilizes our nation’s capabilities, we’ve lost our ability to defend our homeland against our adversaries.

“The American people elected a politically-divided Congress not to continue the discord in Washington but to force their elected leaders to find common ground and commonsense solutions. When President Biden was running for office, he stated he would be a middle-ground President. I urge President Biden to work with elected officials across the aisle to pass policies that reduce inflation, find consensus on the border crisis and send a clear message to our adversaries that we are a strong, unified nation.”
 

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