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News from September 2025

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Senator Marshall criticizes Democrats’ demands in federal budget talks

By W. T. Rodgers | Sep 27, 2025

On Saturday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas appeared on Fox News to discuss ongoing federal budget negotiations and concerns about a potential government shutdown.

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Kansas begins application for federal rural health transformation funds

By W. T. Rodgers | Sep 26, 2025

The State of Kansas has started the process to apply for funding from the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program.

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Kansas woman sentenced to over 24 years for killing army husband at Fort Riley

By I. C. Lewis | Sep 26, 2025

A Kansas woman has been sentenced to more than 24 years in prison for the murder of her husband, a U.S. Army soldier, at their home on the Fort Riley military installation.

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Senators introduce bill seeking greater access for angel investors in startups

By A. A. Ruggiero | Sep 25, 2025

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Mark Warner (D-Va.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) have reintroduced the bipartisan Expanding American Entrepreneurship Act.

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Moran introduces bill aiming at easier CDL renewals for agriculture sector

By W. T. Rodgers | Sep 24, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, along with U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), who also serves on the Senate Agriculture Committee, have...

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Moran and Marshall urge EPA for more flexibility on methane rules for small oil producers

By W. T. Rodgers | Sep 24, 2025

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Roger Marshall, both Republicans from Kansas, have called on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide greater flexibility for small oil and gas producers as the agency revises its methane regulations.

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Senators introduce bill requiring serial numbers on pill press equipment targeting fentanyl trafficking

By E. V. Hanna | Sep 23, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) has joined several Senate colleagues in introducing the Fight Illicit Pill Presses Act, a bill aimed at curbing the production of counterfeit and fentanyl-laced pills.

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Kansas' Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending Sept. 13

By A. F. Massey | Sep 23, 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 Sept. 6.

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Kansas pharmacy settles federal allegations over record-keeping violations

By K. L. Hunter | Sep 22, 2025

Daniel Reif, Inc., operating as The Medicine Shoppe in Kansas City, Kansas, has agreed to pay $200,000 to settle allegations that it violated civil provisions of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).

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Senator Moran calls for congressional action on support for veteran caregivers

By E. V. Hanna | Sep 19, 2025

Millions of Americans provide unpaid care to military veterans, often facing significant financial and personal challenges as a result.

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How many seasonal agricultural visas were requested by Kansas employers during 2024?

By S. T. Leonard | Sep 18, 2025

In 2024, 1,575 H-2A petitions were filed by employers located in Kansas, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Chairman of CASE on Public Nuisance Litigation: 'Lawyers are expanding the scope of public nuisance laws'

By Sunflower State News | Sep 18, 2025

Gerard Scimeca, Chairman of Consumer Action for a Strong Economy, said litigation has been initiated in states like Kansas through public nuisance lawsuits targeting businesses for issues such as plastic pollution and opioid abuse.

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Senator Marshall supports McDonald’s $200M investment in regenerative cattle ranching

By A. A. Ruggiero | Sep 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) has expressed support for McDonald’s recent commitment to invest $200 million in regenerative ranching practices across U.S. cattle operations.

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Senator Marshall supports $50 billion fund for rural health transformation

By W. T. Rodgers | Sep 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), has commended the Trump Administration and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz for releasing details on how states can apply for the $50 billion rural health...

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2025: Measles cases in Kansas up as of week ending Sept. 6

By A. F. Massey | Sep 16, 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 Aug. 30.

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Marshall introduces bill offering tax credits for buyers of U.S.-retreaded tires

By W. T. Rodgers | Sep 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) and Senator Jon Husted (R-Ohio) have introduced the Resilient Tire Supply and Jobs Act, a legislative proposal aimed at supporting the American tire industry and lowering costs for consumers.

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Senator Roger Marshall honors late Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk after assassination

By E. V. Hanna | Sep 16, 2025

On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) delivered remarks on the Senate floor in memory of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, who was assassinated in Utah last week.

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CMS approves increase in provider tax rate for Kansas hospitals

By A. A. Ruggiero | Sep 15, 2025

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved Kansas’ 2025 provider tax preprint, raising the state’s hospital provider tax from 3% to 6%.

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Senator Marshall discusses Trump administration progress and national challenges on WABC interview

By W. T. Rodgers | Sep 15, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas appeared on WABC’s The Cats Roundtable with John Catsimatidis to discuss recent developments in American politics, including the Trump administration’s progress, immigration issues, and health care concerns.

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Senators introduce bill aiming to improve nutrition options for U.S. service members

By E. V. Hanna | Sep 15, 2025

U.S. Senators Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) have introduced the Commissary Healthy Options and servicemember Wellness (CHOW) Act, a bipartisan proposal aimed at improving nutrition among military personnel.