NW Kansas News

Senator Jerry Moran, a U.S. Senator from Kansas, published several posts on August 4, 2025, addressing topics related to the U.S. Coast Guard and veterans' health care.

In a message celebrating the anniversary of the U.S. Coast Guard, Moran stated: "Happy Birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard, home of the MH-60 'Jayhawk' helicopter! Our country is grateful for the 235 years of dedicated and heroic service from these brave men & women, past and present. Thank you for all that you do @USCG!" (August 4, 2025).

He followed this with another post encouraging readers to learn more about one of the Coast Guard's key aircraft: "Learn more about how the MH-60 'Jayhawk' helicopter got its name below: https://t.co/AqLrAnus3Y" (August 4, 2025).

Later that day, Moran addressed recent changes in veterans' health care policy by highlighting efforts to improve access and reduce bureaucratic obstacles: "By extending community care authorizations for 30 health care specialties, VA is cutting through red tape & bringing greater consistency to the delivery of care for veterans. I appreciate @SecVetAffairs for his continued work to support veterans’ health! https://t.co/RdbaF6I6Bk" (August 4, 2025).

The U.S. Coast Guard was established in 1790 and marks its anniversary every August. The MH-60 "Jayhawk" is a multi-mission helicopter used by the Coast Guard primarily for search and rescue operations.

Recent changes at the Department of Veterans Affairs include expanded community care authorizations intended to streamline access across multiple specialties for veterans seeking medical treatment outside VA facilities.