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Lawmakers propose transferring control of Haskell Indian Nations University from BIE to tribal board

By A. A. Ruggiero | Jun 24, 2025

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kan.), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), and U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Derek Schmidt (KS-02) have introduced legislation aimed at reforming the governance of Haskell Indian...

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Senator Marshall calls for reforms on Medicare prior authorization at Washington press conference

By A. A. Ruggiero | Jun 23, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), spoke at a press conference on Monday alongside Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Oz to address the challenges posed by prior...

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VA Purchase Loans in Kansas average $279,961 for Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | Jun 23, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Kansas in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $279,961, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Senator Marshall outlines key features of new reconciliation bill ahead of Senate vote

By A. A. Ruggiero | Jun 23, 2025

Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) released a video on Monday highlighting provisions in the ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill,’ which he says will affect all Kansas families by preventing what he described as the largest tax increase in American...

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Kansas delegation highlights state’s aerospace industry at International Air Show

By E. V. Hanna | Jun 23, 2025

The International Air Show gathered participants from the aviation, defense, and space sectors to highlight new technology and international collaboration in these fields.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Kansas increases from Q3 to Q4

By Sunflower State News | Jun 20, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Kansas during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $293,240, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Kansas lawmakers urge USPS leadership to keep post office in growing Park City

By A. A. Ruggiero | Jun 20, 2025

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Roger Marshall, along with Representative Ron Estes, have called on Acting United States Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General Doug Tulino to maintain a postal facility in Park City, Kansas.

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Senator Marshall offers evacuation assistance for Kansans in Israel

By A. A. Ruggiero | Jun 19, 2025

Senator Roger Marshall's office has announced it is prepared to assist Kansans currently in Israel who may need help evacuating to the United States.

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Senators introduce Dads Matter Act focused on fatherhood engagement in maternal health

By W. T. Rodgers | Jun 19, 2025

U.S. Senators Roger Marshall (R-Kansas), Raphael Warnock (D-Georgia), and Ruben Gallego (D-Arizona) have introduced the Dads Matter Act of 2025, a bill aimed at increasing father involvement in maternal and child health.

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Senators introduce bill aiming to improve reliability of freight rail services

By W. T. Rodgers | Jun 19, 2025

U.S. Senators Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) have reintroduced the Reliable Rail Service Act, a legislative effort aimed at improving the reliability of freight rail service for American farmers, manufacturers, and other...

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Senator Marshall supports inclusion of SHORT Act in major Senate bill

By W. T. Rodgers | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) has expressed support for the inclusion of his Stop Harassing Owners of Rifles Today (SHORT) Act in the Senate reconciliation text.

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Supreme Court decision on Tennessee law praised by Sen. Marshall

By E. V. Hanna | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) has expressed support for the recent United States Supreme Court decision that upholds Tennessee’s ban on puberty blockers and hormone therapy for minors.

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Senator Marshall introduces bill requiring English proficiency for commercial truck drivers

By E. V. Hanna | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) has introduced the Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) English Proficiency Act, a bill that would require applicants for commercial vehicle licenses to demonstrate proficiency in English before receiving their...

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Kansas resident sentenced to three decades for child pornography charges

By Sunflower State News | Jun 18, 2025

A Kansas resident has been sentenced to 30 years in prison on charges related to child sexual abuse materials.

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Senator Marshall discusses legislation negotiations and U.S. involvement abroad

By E. V. Hanna | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas discussed several legislative and foreign policy issues during an appearance on The Vince Show with host Vince Coglianese.

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VA provides 1,309 home loans in Kansas totaling $367.5 million in Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | Jun 18, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 1,309 home loans totaling $367.5 million in Kansas during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Kansas' Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending June 14

By A. F. Massey | Jun 17, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Kansas for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 50-99, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending June 7.

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Kansas State Board of Agriculture announces June 23 quarterly meeting

By Sunflower State News | Jun 17, 2025

The Kansas State Board of Agriculture is scheduled to hold its regular quarterly meeting on Monday, June 23.

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Senator Marshall introduces Budget Reform Act aiming at overhaul of federal budget process

By E. V. Hanna | Jun 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) has introduced the Budget Reform Act of 2025, a legislative proposal aimed at overhauling the federal budgeting process.

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Sen. Jerry Moran shares personal message for Father’s Day

By W. T. Rodgers | Jun 16, 2025

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