Senator Jerry Moran, a senior lawmaker from Kansas, highlighted recent legislative and judicial developments in a series of posts on May 14, 2026. The updates included the passage of a major housing bill, advancement of federal judicial nominations, and recognition of local law enforcement efforts.
On May 14, 2026, Senator Moran announced the Senate’s approval of new housing legislation: “The Senate voted 89-10 to pass the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a package that includes three of my bills to help expand access to affordable housing in rural KS communities. I appreciate the President’s support for this important legislation & his call for its https://t.co/BEQ9shB0iO”.
Later that day, he reported progress on federal judicial appointments: “GOOD NEWS: @SenJudiciaryGOP has advanced the nominations of Kansans Jeffrey Kuhlman, Anthony Powell & Tony Mattivi to be federal judges for KS. Their expertise, commitment to serving Kansans & our country & upholding the rule of law make these nominees highly qualified to serve”.
In another post from May 14, Moran shared details about a meeting with local law enforcement officials: “It was great to meet Chad & Beth Allan from Wichita yesterday. Chad is the Police Chief at the @RobertJDoleVAMC & testified before @SVACGOP about his team’s efforts to keep veterans, staff & visitors safe. I am grateful for his commitment to protecting Kansans & to all VA police https://t.co/tjCiaY3nYT”.
Senator Moran serves on key committees including the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs and the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (official website). He previously represented Kansas’s 1st Congressional District for seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives and holds degrees in economics and law from Fort Hays State University and the University of Kansas (official website). Early in his career he worked as a banker before entering public service (official website). Moran is married with two daughters and four grandchildren (official website).
