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Senator Roger Marshall calls for full audit of NIH's FOIA practices amid pandemic concerns

By Joco Today | Jun 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has called for a comprehensive audit of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) practices. In a letter, Senator Marshall demands transparency in all FOIA productions by Marg Moore, NIH FOIA Compliance, dating back to 2014. The letter raises concerns about insider threats against the FOIA process at the NIH and questions why HHS counsel intervened with NIH FOIA to halt all FOIA production in May 2021.

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Senator Marshall discusses bipartisan support for Covid-19 accountability on Fox News

By Joco Today | Jun 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall joined America's Newsroom on Fox News to discuss the Senate committee hearing on the origins of Covid-19 and the importance of transparency and accountability to prevent future pandemics. For nearly four years, Senator Marshall has raised concerns about the federal government's role in gain-of-function research funded by U.S. taxpayers and conducted in Wuhan, China labs. He emphasized his commitment to uncovering the virus's origins and preventing similar occurrences.

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Lawmakers urge EPA to strengthen renewable fuel standard

By Joco Today | Jun 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., along with Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA), has joined a bipartisan group of 13 colleagues in urging Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan to raise Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes for biomass-based diesel and advanced biofuels to levels consistent with production and availability.

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Joco Today area weekly mass times

By Joco Today | Jun 15, 2024

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

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Over 120 bank failures in the U.S. since 2012. How many were in Johnson County?

By Joco Today | Jun 14, 2024

There were more than 120 bank failures across the country from 2012 to 2024, one of which occurred in Johnson County.

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Senator Marshall discusses GOP unity behind President Trump

By Joco Today | Jun 14, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall appeared on Fox Business to discuss GOP unity behind President Trump following his visit to Washington, D.C., the Biden judicial nominee blockade, securing the southern border, and the economic conditions under President Joe Biden.

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Senate Republicans reaffirm support for nationwide IVF access

By Joco Today | Jun 14, 2024

On June 14, 2024, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) joined Senators Katie Britt (R-AL) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) in a Senate Republican statement supporting continued nationwide access to in vitro fertilization.

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Senate conservatives announce hold policy on Biden's nominees

By Joco Today | Jun 13, 2024

Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), JD Vance (R-OH), Mike Lee (R-UT), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), and Eric Schmitt (R-MO) have announced a comprehensive hold policy on several of President Biden’s Senate nominees. This move is in response to what they describe as the Biden administration’s "radical lawfare against President Trump and other political opponents."

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Senator Marshall introduces bill requiring Labor Department's key performance indicators

By Joco Today | Jun 12, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., introduced the Expedited Performance Indicator Act, a piece of legislation that mandates the Department of Labor (DOL) to implement its Primary Indicator of Performance in the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) within six months of enactment. This bill is part of a broader WIOA reform package from members of the HELP Committee.

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Lawmakers reintroduce bill aiming to streamline Medicare Advantage prior authorizations

By Joco Today | Jun 12, 2024

U.S. Senators Roger Marshall (R-KS), Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ), John Thune (R-SD), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and U.S. Representatives Mike Kelly (R-PA), Suzan DelBene (D-WA), Larry Bucshon (R-IN) and Ami Bera (D-CA) have reintroduced the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation aims to streamline the prior authorization process under Medicare Advantage, facilitating timely care for seniors and reducing administrative burdens on healthcare providers.

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Senator Marshall criticizes Biden administration on border security and DOJ actions

By Joco Today | Jun 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., appeared on Fox Business' "Mornings with Maria" to discuss his concerns about the Biden administration's handling of border security and the Department of Justice.

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Senator Marshall criticizes Biden policies on Newsmax interview

By Joco Today | Jun 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall joined "American Agenda" on Newsmax to discuss several pressing issues, including the success of President Trump-endorsed candidates in GOP primary races, border security concerns, and inflation under the Biden administration.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Johnson County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 8

By Joco Today | Jun 11, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Marshall supports new Republican Farm Bill focusing on agriculture

By Joco Today | Jun 11, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has issued a statement regarding the newly released Republican Farm Bill framework, emphasizing its focus on agricultural priorities.

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Senator Marshall discusses GOP's farm bill framework on RFD-TV

By Joco Today | Jun 11, 2024

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., appeared on Market Day Report on RFD-TV to discuss the Senate Republicans’ Farm Bill framework. The framework emphasizes crop insurance, increases reference prices, removes certain climate-related regulations introduced by the Biden administration, and invests in rural infrastructure.

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In cities in Johnson County 2,269 lawyers with active licenses registered as of May

By Joco Today | Jun 11, 2024

There were 2,269 lawyers with active licenses that registered in cities in Johnson County in May, according to the Kansas Supreme Court Attorney Directory.

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Senator Marshall discusses upcoming USPS audit addressing mail delays

By Joco Today | Jun 10, 2024

Kansas City, KS – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall joined Fox 4 KC Live in the studio to discuss securing the upcoming USPS audit in the Kansas City metro area. This audit follows multiple letters sent by Senator Marshall and members of the delegation demanding answers on mail delays that have persisted for several months, causing a ripple effect across the state. The audit will investigate the efficiency of mail delivery at USPS sites in the Kansas-Missouri region.

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Joco Today area weekly mass times

By Joco Today | Jun 8, 2024

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

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Johnson County in week ending June 1

By Joco Today | Jun 7, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Johnson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senators press Amazon for clarity on delivery driver treatment

By Joco Today | Jun 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has joined Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and 32 other senators in seeking answers from Amazon regarding reports of mistreatment of its delivery drivers. This marks the second letter sent by the bipartisan group to Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, following an initial inquiry on January 10, 2024. The first letter questioned Amazon’s Delivery Service Partner (DSP) program after employees reported that the company was attempting to avoid legal liability for the alleged mistreatment of DSP drivers.