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Official account of U.S. Senator Jerry Moran. Honored to represent Kansans in the U.S. Senate.

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  1. As 2018 comes to a close, I'm reflecting on my work, the work of the Senate, and the things done for Kansans by my staff. Thank you for a memorable and productive year!

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  2. I’m committed to helping make certain continues to inspire our future innovators and has the tools it needs to recruit and retain top talent, especially those interested in .

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  3. . and I are working to uncover how and why this policy change was made. In October, we met with Administrator Dr. Sigounas for more information and transparency on this policy. More:

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  5. In November, I brought stakeholders across Kansas together to discuss land and water conservation practices to better inform my work in Washington, D.C. See highlights from my 13th and learn more about the day’s events:

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  6. The Farm Bill will usher in a new array of mental health programs and resources for the ag community and rural America.

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  7. As we gather with loved ones to celebrate this season, I am thinking of all the men and women in uniform who are unable to be with their friends and family as they fight to protect our homeland. We pray for your safety, and wish you a happy holiday and a Merry Christmas.

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  8. That deliberation ought to involve consultation with our nation’s top national security leaders and military officers overseeing operations in Syria, as well as with our anti-ISIS coalition partners.

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  9. I join my Senate colleagues in calling on President Trump to reconsider his decision of a full withdrawal from Syria at this time. Substantive deliberation regarding a withdrawal strategy in Syria is needed.

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  10. He demonstrates a character and resolve that our enemies should fear and our allies can trust. The men and women who serve our nation deserve stability during this time of transition and uncertainty as we face growing global threats.

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  11. I have great respect for Secretary Mattis and his nearly 46 years of service to our nation. Over the course of his honorable career, he has undeniably been one of the most influential leaders of our Armed Forces.

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  12. Last night, I voted against the stop-gap funding measure that punts decisions on government spending and border security. I want Kansans to know that I oppose the way we did business last night and I remain convinced we could’ve reached an agreement on these spending bills.

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  13. The American people are tired of stop-gap funding measures & partisan politics. Rather than resorting to another CR, we ought to work together to get back to the basics of governing. Punting on spending decisions now will only make funding the government in Feb. more difficult.

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  14. I voted in opposition to the short-term and short-sighted CR. Democrat leaders’ refusal to compromise is extremely frustrating, and after speaking with colleagues on both sides of the aisle, I remain convinced that we could have reached a long-term agreement.

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  15. Speaking on the Senate floor regarding decisions made by OPTN and , and what it could mean for patients at Kansas City-area hospitals waiting for liver transplants. Watch live:

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  16. Driven by record-high demand for commercial and defense aircraft customers, Spirit this morning announced its plans to hire an additional 1,400 employees over the 1,000 announced in Dec. 2017. Read more: .

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  17. . has announced their plan to create 1,400 jobs next year – on top of the 1,000 jobs they’ve added as part of last year’s hiring initiative. This is great news for Kansas and yet another reminder of the tremendous work being done in the Air Capital of the World!

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  19. BREAKING: The Senate just passed the bipartisan , making historic progress on . This legislation is an important first step in promoting a fair and effective criminal justice system.

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  20. Efforts like this by are an example of innovative work to eliminate food deserts in our state. As co-founder of the Senate Hunger Caucus, I commend their efforts to make healthy, nutritious food accessible to kids and families.

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