U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.)
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Recent News About U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.)
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Senator Marshall critiques current administration's impact on agriculture
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has expressed his views in a Newsweek op-ed, arguing that former President Donald Trump's policies have positively impacted American agriculture, unlike the current administration led by President Joe Biden and...
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Senator Marshall visits Wichita's Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. recently visited the Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation (CPRF) in Wichita, Kansas. The CPRF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities in becoming personally and economically independent by providing necessary resources.
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Senator Marshall tours expanded Salina Pregnancy Service Center
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently visited the Salina Pregnancy Service Center to tour their newly expanded facility. The center provides services to over 300 new clients and hosts more than 12,000 visits annually. It offers various forms of support to mothers and families during pregnancy and postpartum, including ultrasounds, clothing, counseling, and referrals to other programs in Salina.
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Senator Marshall visits Wichita-based military solutions provider
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently visited Leading Technology Composites (LTC) in Wichita, Kansas. LTC is known for providing composite solutions across several industries, including defense, military, aerospace, and automotive sectors. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing various protective body armor plates such as stab and handgun plates, ballistic inserts, protective inserts, and buoyant plates. It also produces vehicle protective armor and aerospace solutions.
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USDA funds boost rural broadband access in Kansas
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall expressed his approval of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's decision to grant funding to JBN Telephone Company of Holton through the ReConnect program. This initiative aims to enhance high-speed internet access for homes, businesses, and farms in Cloud, Republic, and Washington counties.
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Senator Marshall visits ABC Kansas City to discuss skilled labor shortage
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently visited the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) training center in Kansas City, Kansas. The ABC Kansas City chapter is dedicated to workforce development and training for contractors and construction-related professionals, aiming to address the national skilled labor shortage in the construction industry. The chapter also offers networking, advocacy, and educational opportunities for its members.
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Senator Marshall tours Lineage Logistics warehouse in Edwardsville
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently visited the Lineage Logistics warehouse in Edwardsville, Kansas. The facility is one of three locations operated by Lineage Logistics in the state, with the others situated in Olathe and Dodge City. These warehouses play a crucial role in supporting both regional and national supply chains through their cold storage capabilities, which are particularly important for Kansas' agricultural and food processing sectors.
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Senator Marshall supports challenge against highway emissions rule
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has joined a bicameral amicus brief led by Senator Kevin Cramer, calling on federal courts to block the Harris-Biden Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) final rule. This rule requires state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on the highway system and set declining targets.
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Senator Marshall tours KCK Community College's EMT program
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall visited Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) to tour their EMT and Paramedics Program. KCKCC, located in Wyandotte County, serves a diverse student population, with over half of its students being the first in their families to attend college.
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Senator Marshall criticizes Biden-Harris administration over farm bill and agriculture policies
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall appeared on RFD-TV to discuss the ongoing issues surrounding the Farm Bill, which remains unrenewed. During his appearance, he stressed the need for a Farm Bill that prioritizes American farmers' needs.
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Senator Marshall visits nonprofit supporting foster and adoptive families in Kansas City
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently visited Foster Adopt Connect, a nonprofit organization in Kansas City that has been assisting foster and adoptive families for over 20 years. The organization's mission is to support children and youth who have faced abuse, neglect, or abandonment by aiding their foster or adoptive families.
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Senator Marshall launches webpage for Kansas seniors during Medicare open enrollment
Medicare open enrollment is currently underway and will continue until December 7, 2024. This period allows Kansas seniors to review and change their Medicare benefits if needed.
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Senator Marshall criticizes Vice President Harris over southern border security
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently appeared on Newsmax to discuss his concerns regarding Vice President Kamala Harris' handling of the southern border. Senator Marshall attributed the lack of security at the border to Harris, whom he referred to as the "Border Czar," and expressed that her policies are endangering American citizens.
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Wall Street Journal critiques Harris-Biden $5 billion drug subsidy
The Wall Street Journal's Editorial Board has raised concerns about a new policy from the Harris-Biden Administration. The piece, titled "A Medicare Election Bribe for Seniors," criticizes the administration's subsidy plan for large insurance companies. According to the editorial, this initiative is seen as an attempt to influence American seniors before the upcoming November election.
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Senator Marshall discusses rural broadband in New Cambria visit
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall recently visited New Cambria, Kansas, to meet with Home Communications, a family-owned telephone company serving the eastern half of McPherson County. Accompanied by Mayor Mac Villalpando, the senator discussed the role of local broadband providers in delivering high-speed internet to rural areas. New Cambria, with a population of approximately 100 people, has successfully implemented Fiber To The Home (FTTH) for its residents and businesses. This achievement was facilitated by Mayor Villalpando's outreach efforts.
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Senator urges University of Kansas to dismiss professor over controversial comments
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has called for the University of Kansas to terminate a professor following the circulation of a video in which the professor allegedly stated that men who do not vote for Kamala Harris should be "lined up and shot." This comment was reportedly made during a lecture at the university.
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Senator Marshall urges CISA to avoid online censorship ahead of elections
Senator Roger Marshall has expressed concerns regarding the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) monitoring of online political speech as the 2024 election approaches. In a letter, Senator Marshall and his colleagues raised alarms about potential First Amendment violations due to censorship on social media and search engine platforms. They cited similar actions by CISA during the 2020 election cycle, which led to significant censorship issues.
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Senators demand Biden-Harris comply with DNA collection law for immigrants
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has joined forces with Senator Chuck Grassley in urging President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to ensure the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) collects DNA samples from every immigrant they encounter, as mandated by the DNA Fingerprint Act of 2005.
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Senators criticize administration for using disaster funds on migrant shelters
U.S. Senators Roger Marshall and James Lankford have expressed concern over the Biden-Harris Administration's use of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) resources for addressing border-related issues. In a letter to President Joe Biden, the senators highlighted their apprehension about FEMA's diminished readiness for disaster relief due to its involvement in handling the border crisis.
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Senator Marshall reflects on anniversary of Hamas attack on Israel
Today marks the first anniversary of the October 7, 2023 terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas. U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., issued a statement reflecting on the events and their impact.