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Snapchat CEO Calls on Congress to Advance Senator Marshall’s Cooper Davis Act Addressing Fentanyl Crisis

By Joco Today | Jan 31, 2024

Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel testified in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing regarding big tech and the online child sexual exploitation crisis. During his opening remarks, Spiegel expressed his support for the Cooper Davis Act (S. 1080), bipartisan legislation led by Senators Roger Marshall, Jeanne Shaheen, Chuck Grassley, Amy Klobuchar, Dick Durbin, and Todd Young. The legislation aims to address the fentanyl crisis and require social media companies to take a more proactive role in combating drug dealers targeting young people online.Spiegel emphasized the importance of...

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Senator Marshall Criticizes President Biden's Response to Iran Attacks and Calls for Action

By Joco Today | Jan 31, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. recently expressed his concerns about President Joe Biden's handling of the Iran-backed attacks on U.S. Troops in an interview with The Bottom Line on Fox Business. Senator Marshall criticized Biden's approach, stating, "Once again Joe Biden has given us war through weakness… Once you lose your reputation you never get it back."The Senator emphasized the need for a swift and strong response to the attacks, declaring, "We needed some type of response yesterday. Before we lose even more American troops." He also shed light on a troubling...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Johnson County in week ending Jan. 27

By Joco Today | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Marshall, Peters, Hagerty, Gallagher & Krishnamoorthi Introduce Legislation to Protect American Genetic Data from Foreign Adversaries

By Joco Today | Jan 30, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, along with his Senate and House colleagues, has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at safeguarding sensitive American genetic data and personal health information from foreign adversaries. The Prohibiting Foreign Access to American Genetic Information Act of 2024 seeks to prevent biotechnology companies owned or controlled by foreign adversaries, such as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), from receiving U.S. taxpayer dollars through federal contracts, grants, and loans.The legislation specifically targets companies with significant ties...

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Senator Marshall Supports House Impeachment Pursuit of DHS Sec. Mayorkas

By Joco Today | Jan 30, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has expressed his support for the House Homeland Security Committee's pursuit of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Senator Marshall, who serves on the Senate Homeland Security Committee, released a statement regarding the matter.In his statement, Senator Marshall criticized Secretary Mayorkas for his failure to enforce the law and allowing what he described as an "unchecked historic invasion" of the country, which he believes puts the safety of every American at...

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Sen. Marshall, Rep. Alford Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation To Ensure Fair Labels on Imitation Meat

By Joco Today | Jan 30, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall and Representative Mark Alford have introduced the Fair and Accurate Ingredient Representation on Labels Act of 2024. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation aims to promote transparency and clarify labeling requirements for plant-protein and cell-cultured protein products. The goal is to provide consumers with accurate information when purchasing groceries for themselves and their families.The FAIR Labels Act has garnered support from other lawmakers as well. Representatives Don Davis, Roger Williams, and Jonathan Jackson have all joined as...

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Senator Marshall: Joe Biden is Illegally Paroling Tens of Thousands of Immigrants at a Time

By Joco Today | Jan 29, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. joined Washington Watch with Tony Perkins to discuss the pressing issue of the southern border and the threat that President Joe Biden poses to American democracy.During the interview, Senator Marshall expressed his concern about President Biden's failure to secure the southern border and highlighted the alarming number of immigrants being paroled into the country. He stated, "We are seeing that the main issue is parole. Let me talk about parole just for a second - President Obama paroled 5,000 people per year, Joe...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Johnson County in week ending Jan. 27?

By Joco Today | Jan 29, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Johnson County in week ending Jan. 27?

By Joco Today | Jan 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Joco Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29?

By Joco Today | Jan 28, 2024

These former Joco Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29.

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Joco Today area weekly mass times

By Joco Today | Jan 27, 2024

The following parishes in the Joco Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Johnson County residents have median age of 38 by 2021

By Joco Today | Jan 26, 2024

Johnson County residents have a median age of 38-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Johnson County in week ending Jan. 20

By Joco Today | Jan 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senators Introduce Bill To Collect More Info On Foreign Ag Land Ownership

By Joco Today | Jan 25, 2024

Washington, D.C. – A group of senators led by U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has introduced a bill aimed at collecting more information about foreign ownership of agricultural land in the United States. The bipartisan legislation comes in response to a report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), which highlighted the need for better efforts to track and share key information on foreign investments in U.S. agricultural land."If you can't measure it, you can't manage it. USDA hasn't done a good enough job of measuring foreign farmland ownership and certainly...

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Senator Marshall Launches New Initiative to Raise Awareness of Violent Crimes Committed by Illegal Immigrants

By Joco Today | Jan 25, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. has launched a new initiative aimed at raising awareness of the violent crimes committed by illegal immigrants who have entered the country under the Biden Administration. In interviews with Fox Business and Newsmax, Senator Marshall emphasized the need to address the border crisis and secure the safety of American citizens.During his interview with Fox Business, Senator Marshall highlighted the concerns expressed by the people of Kansas regarding the border situation. He stated, "Look what the people of Kansas, everyone I talk to, say...

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Senator Marshall: Joe Biden is a Threat to Democracy

By Joco Today | Jan 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. recently appeared on Wilkow to discuss his concerns about Joe Biden's impact on democracy. Senator Marshall believes that without a secure border, law and order, and a strong economy, democracy itself is at risk. He also expressed his frustration with President Biden's disregard for the law, citing his continued funding of student loans and his failure to follow Supreme Court rulings.In addition to discussing Biden's threat to democracy, Senator Marshall also addressed the recent revelations surrounding the Covid-19 virus. He referenced...

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Marshall, Crapo, Cruz, Walberg Lead Call for Biden Admin to Withdraw EV Mandate

By Joco Today | Jan 24, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, along with Senators Mike Crapo and Ted Cruz, as well as U.S. Representative Tim Walberg, is leading a group of 120 members in calling for the withdrawal of the Biden Administration's proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks. The proposed standards, which aim to increase average fleet-wide fuel economy, would effectively mandate the mass production of electric vehicles (EVs) and phase out gas-powered cars and trucks.Senator Marshall expressed his concern, stating,...

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Senator Marshall Joins Letter Demanding Answers On FAFSA’s Application Glitches for Students

By Joco Today | Jan 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has joined a group of 28 Senate and House members in writing a letter to the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) to demand answers regarding the glitches and malfunctions in the FAFSA application process. The changes that were implemented to make the process easier have instead caused chaos and stress for millions of students across the country.The letter, addressed to GAO's Comptroller General Gene Dodaro, highlights the problems faced by applicants due to glitches, malfunctions, and resets that have resulted in the loss of their...

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Senator Marshall Leads Letter To ATF Targeting Kansas Firearm License Holders

By Joco Today | Jan 24, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, along with Kansas delegation members Tracey Mann, Ron Estes, and Jake LaTurner, has written a letter to Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) Director Steven Dettelbach expressing concern over the conduct of ATF agents auditing Kansas firearm license holders. The letter, dated January 24, 2024, addresses the revocation of licenses due to unintentional filing errors and urges the ATF to work with Kansas gun owners to rectify these mistakes.The letter begins by highlighting the concern for the conduct and...

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Senator Marshall Discusses Border Crisis and National Security Concerns on Fox Business

By Joco Today | Jan 24, 2024

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. appeared on The Big Money Show on Fox Business to address the growing border crisis and express the concerns of Kansans regarding their safety and security. During the interview, Senator Marshall highlighted the need to prioritize national security and emphasized the gravity of the situation.Regarding U.S. military readiness, Senator Marshall stated, "Well, certainly Joe Biden has given us war through weakness, our enemies neither respect us nor fear us. And at the same time, maybe we haven't been as efficient as we...