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Senator Marshall discusses tax policy impacts and Medicaid provisions in reconciliation bill

By W. T. Rodgers | Jul 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) appeared on Fox Business’ The Evening Edit with Jason Chaffetz to discuss the Yale Budget Lab's analysis of the reconciliation bill and its potential effects on American families and the economy.

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Kansas students receive certificates for agriculture skills

By Sunflower State News | Jul 6, 2025

Forty-three students from seven Kansas high schools have been awarded the Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies Certificate by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.

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Number of VA loans issued in Kansas increased by 73.6% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

By Sunflower State News | Jul 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,460 home loans in Kansas, totaling $412.6 million, during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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KDOT warns public about scam texts impersonating transportation department

By Sunflower State News | Jul 5, 2025

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has issued a warning about a new scam involving fraudulent text messages.

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Kansas adopted no new clean energy policies or incentives in 2024

By R. M. Duke | Jul 4, 2025

Kansas added no clean energy policies or incentives in 2024, according to data from DSIRE.

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Which type of Kansas companies were inspected the most by FDA in June?

By C. S. Polk | Jul 2, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Veterinary companies from Kansas in June.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Kansas in Q1 2025 vs. Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | Jul 2, 2025

The VA issued 485 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Kansas during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to 269 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Small businesses struggle with job vacancies despite market slowdown

By Sunflower State News | Jul 2, 2025

NFIB's latest jobs report reveals that 36% of small business owners reported unfilled job openings in June, marking a two-point increase from May.

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Kansas Department of Agriculture addresses rural veterinarian shortage with new report

By Sunflower State News | Jul 2, 2025

Concerns about a shortage of rural veterinarians have been a topic of discussion in agriculture for many years.

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Kansas reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending June 28

By A. F. Massey | Jul 1, 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 21.

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Senator Marshall praises Senate approval of Trump-backed reconciliation bill

By E. V. Hanna | Jul 1, 2025

The Senate has passed a reconciliation bill that is described as President Donald Trump’s signature legislative effort. U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), issued a statement following the vote, emphasizing the bill's alignment with...

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Kansas: Devices companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Kansas in June

By C. S. Polk | Jul 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Devices company from Kansas in June.

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Senator Moran backs budget reconciliation bill supporting rural healthcare and tax relief

By W. T. Rodgers | Jul 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) has announced his support for the Senate budget reconciliation legislation, emphasizing its impact on Kansas families, hospitals, and rural communities.

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Senator Marshall says GOP bill will boost funding and stability for Medicaid

By E. V. Hanna | Jun 30, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), addressed the Senate during a ‘vote-a-rama’ session, defending the Medicaid provisions included in the Republican reconciliation bill.

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Senator Marshall discusses Republican reconciliation bill and its impact on Medicaid

By E. V. Hanna | Jun 30, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) appeared on Fox News’ The Will Cain Show to discuss the Republican reconciliation bill, which he says is designed to support President Trump’s policy agenda and make significant changes to Medicaid.

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Senator Marshall announces $500,000 grant for homeless veterans in South Central Kansas

By A. A. Ruggiero | Jun 30, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall announced that the Workforce Alliance Center of South Central Kansas will receive $500,000 from the U.S. Department of Labor to support homeless veterans' reintegration efforts.

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Average VA home loan amount in Kansas increases in Q1

By Sunflower State News | Jun 29, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Kansas during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $282,596, a 0.6% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Senator Marshall highlights impact of reconciliation bill ahead of Senate vote

By W. T. Rodgers | Jun 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas appeared on NewsNation’s The Hill Sunday to discuss the Republican reconciliation bill, which is set for a Senate vote early Monday.

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Kansas Ag Growth Summit opens registration for August event

By Sunflower State News | Jun 29, 2025

The Kansas Department of Agriculture has announced that registration is now open for the 2025 Kansas Governor’s Summit on Agricultural Growth.

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Senator Marshall discusses reconciliation bill progress and Medicaid reforms on Fox News

By W. T. Rodgers | Jun 28, 2025

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), appeared on Fox News Live with Rich Edson to discuss the Senate’s current efforts on the reconciliation bill, the ongoing negotiations regarding the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction, proposed...