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WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) – chairman and ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) Appropriations Subcommittee, respectively – sent inquiries to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross and U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, requesting additional information from the administration regarding efforts to help small businesses impacted by tariffs on U.S. trading partners.
“In addition to disrupting costs, supply chains and markets, the Administration’s tariffs have added new red tape and bureaucratic processes that small businesses have been forced to navigate,” the senators wrote. “Unlike large corporations, most small businesses do not have the time or resources to devote to reading the Federal Register, understanding the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States and making the case to federal agencies that their products should be exempt.”
“While we recognize the need to rein in unfair trade practices, we have concerns with the Administration’s approach to imposing tariffs, especially on our allies,” the senators continued. “We hope to work with you to make any exclusion process and tariff impacts as painless as possible for small businesses and are eager to learn what steps the Department/your agency has taken to address these concerns.”
The senators also asked specific questions regarding how the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and the Department of Commerce are engaging with small businesses about tariffs and processes for filing exclusion requests, efforts to work with the Small Business Administration to provide assistance to small businesses, and outreach that the Department and agency have done to help those impacted by the tariffs.
The letters can be read in full here and here.
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Sen. Moran, Colleagues Denounce China’s Human Rights Abuses
“From burning Bibles and demolishing Christian churches…the Chinese government is inflicting terror on its own people”
Oct 08 2018
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) joined a bipartisan group of 17 colleagues in introducing a resolution to condemn the Chinese Communist Party’s persecution of religious minorities and actions to limit free expression and practice of faith in the People’s Republic of China.
“This resolution reaffirms that the right to freely practice one’s religion is a universal right enshrined in international law, as well as China’s own constitution, and it is unacceptable for the Chinese government to persecute those who wish to worship according to their faith,” said Sen. Moran. “China’s leaders must uphold its obligations; otherwise, America should enact penalties for those responsible for ongoing abuses.”
Other senators supporting this resolution include U.S. Senators David Perdue (R-Ga.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisc.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.).
This resolution:
- Condemns violence against religious minorities in China and actions that limit free expression and practice of faith;
- Reaffirms America’s commitment to promote religious freedom and tolerance around the world;
- Calls on China to uphold its Constitution in addition to internationally recognized human right of freedom from religious persecution and to end violence and discrimination against religious minorities;
- Condemns the use of re-education centers and internment camps as punishment for religious practice;
- Condemns the restriction and censorship of religious materials like the Bible, the Quran, and any other religious articles or literature sacrosanct to religious practice or expression;
- Urges the President to take appropriate actions to promote religious freedom of religious minorities in China, using the powers provided to the President under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998, the Frank R. Wolf International Religious Freedom Act, and the Global Magnitsky Act.
To read the full resolution, click here.
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Sen. Moran Statement on Judge Kavanaugh
Oct 04 2018
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today issued the following statement on Judge Brett Kavanaugh:
“After full consideration of all facts presented, I will vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court of the United States. Judge Kavanaugh is an extremely well-qualified nominee with a deep respect for the Constitution. His intellect and experience in the legal field will serve the Supreme Court well.
“However, when someone comes forward with allegations of abuse or misconduct, they deserve to be heard. I appreciated that the Judiciary Committee took these allegations seriously and was committed to being transparent and following the precedented and necessary procedures to best evaluate these claims – including the decision to request that the administration instruct the FBI to conduct an additional FBI supplemental background investigation.
“I commend Dr. Ford for telling her story before the nation, and inspiring others to come forward. Judge Kavanaugh also deserved the opportunity to defend his character, and he categorically denied these allegations. Throughout this process, I have been deeply saddened by the treatment of both Dr. Ford and Judge Kavanaugh – and their families.
“After the supplemental FBI background investigation was delivered to the Senate, I carefully reviewed the FBI’s report, as well as the findings from the career prosecutor. No witness interviewed by the FBI corroborated the allegations against Judge Kavanaugh. And there was no new information or evidence provided in the report that would change my earlier decision to vote for Judge Kavanaugh.”
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Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of Resolution to Honor 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion
Passage of S. Res. 412 comes before the dedication of a memorial honoring the battalion’s service at Fort Leavenworth
Oct 04 2018
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today issued the following statement after the Senate unanimously passed his resolution honoring the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion:
“I’m delighted the Senate unanimously adopted my resolution, S. Res. 412, honoring the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, and that these women and their dedicated service to our nation are on their way to getting the recognition they deserve. This Senate-approved measure and the construction of a memorial at Fort Leavenworth will increase awareness of these brave soldiers’ service to make certain the Battalion and their sacrifices for our nation are not forgotten.”
The 6888th Postal Directory Battalion – the “Six-Triple Eight” – was the only all-black, all-female battalion to serve overseas during World War II. The unit served at home and in Europe where they sorted and routed mail for millions of American service members and civilians. A memorial, with a planned dedication this fall, will honor the battalion at the Buffalo Soldier Memorial Park on Fort Leavenworth in Kansas.
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Sen. Moran: Positive Development that Amtrak will Operate Southwest Chief Through FY2019
Oct 03 2018
Sen. Moran Delivers Opening Statement Ahead of Chairing Hearing on Olympics Abuse Prevention
Oct 03 2018
Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of Long-Term FAA Agreement
Final bill includes Sen. Moran’s provisions to close aviation skills gap, recruit women in Aviation, strengthen the FCT program, protect small and mid-sized airports and increase fairness for general aviation projects
Oct 03 2018
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; member of the Aviation Operations, Safety and Security Subcommittee; and co-chair of the Senate Aerospace Caucus – today applauded the passage of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, H.R. 302, by a 93-6 vote in the Senate. This legislation will provide critical reforms and a five-year extension to the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) authority. Last week, the House of Representatives passed this legislation on a vote of 398-23. The bill will now go to President Trump’s desk for signature, making this five-year authorization the longest enacted since 1982.
“After years of negotiations, this long-term, bipartisan and bicameral FAA extension is welcome news for travelers, aerospace manufacturers and industry innovators,” said Sen. Moran. “Not only does this reauthorization elevate the over 40,000 Kansans who make a living manufacturing, operating and servicing the aircraft industry, but it includes important provisions I championed to close the aviation skills gap and to bring more women into this field.”
“I have been a vocal opponent of misguided proposals to privatize our nation’s air traffic control system, and I am pleased this extension does not include any of these controversial provisions,” continued Sen. Moran. “ATC privatization threatens access to airspace for all but the largest cities with largest airports, causing significant harm to the long term economic viability of rural America. I will continue to advocate instead for proposals that provide greater protections for the general aviation industry and small airports nationwide that are so critical to connecting Americans in rural communities with the rest of the world. Overall, this legislation will make airline travel smoother, safer and more transparent for all Americans.”
More on the FAA Reauthorization Act, H.R. 302, here:
- H.R. 302 bolsters aviation manufacturing by streamlining the aircraft certification process. These reforms will strengthen U.S. aviation sales and exports, help bring new safety technology to market and more effectively utilize the resources of the FAA and general aviation industry. In addition, the FAA Aircraft Registry office is exempted from closure during a government shutdown that would otherwise prevent the delivery of newly manufactured aircraft.
- H.R. 302 reauthorizes the FAA Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials at Wichita State University. Advanced materials research at WSU has played a critical role in the evolution and integration of aircraft materials and technologies by providing invaluable research to validate the safety and integrity of new aircraft to the general public.
- H.R. 302 helps close the skills gap in the aviation workforce. Sen. Moran is an original cosponsor of legislation, included in the FAA bill in its entirety, to create a pilot program within the FAA through which grants would be authorized to support technical education and career development. The grants would encourage collaboration between businesses, schools and local government to develop innovative workforce development programs supported by all three types of entities to help close the skills gap in the aerospace industry, which is struggling from a shortage of skilled workers.
More on Sen. Moran’s work to reach a long-term FAA agreement:
- In February, Sen. Moran met with Acting FAA Administrator Dan Elwell to stress the need for a long-term FAA reauthorization.
- In January, Sen. Moran reiterated his commitment to the long-term FAA reauthorization bill passed by the Senate Commerce Committee in June 2017.
- Last September, Sen. Moran spoke on the Senate floor regarding Congress’ damaging practice of passing short-term, 11th hour extensions to the FAA’s authority.
- In April 2016, Sen. Moran voted in favor of the Senate’s FAA reform proposal and opposed the six-month extension that resulted after disagreement with the House.
- In December 2016, Sen. Moran joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in sending a letter to President-Elect Donald Trump and Vice-President-Elect Mike Pence on the importance of maintaining the FAA’s Contract Tower Program.
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