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Senator Jerry Moran, who serves as Chairman of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, recently highlighted his ongoing efforts to address key issues affecting veterans and families in a series of posts on social media.

On September 18, 2025, Moran emphasized the importance of supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders, including ALS. He stated: "Strengthening services for veterans suffering from spinal cord injury and disorder, including ALS, must be a top priority for @DeptVetAffairs. I led a hearing with veterans, caregivers, loved ones and advocates about how we can better serve our veterans and their families."

Later that evening, Moran congratulated Don Bergin on his new role within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). On September 18 he wrote: "Congratulations to Don Bergin on his confirmation to be Assistant Secretary of Congressional and Legislative Affairs at @DeptVetAffairs. As Chairman of @SVACGOP, I look forward to working with him to improve VA's transparency and communication with the committee and Congress."

In another post dated September 19, 2025, Moran reflected on meeting Kathy White in 2022—a Kansas mother advocating for children affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). He announced legislative progress related to her cause: "In 2022, I met Kathy White, a Kansas mom on a mission to raise public awareness for children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder, like her adopted son, Zachary. Last night, the Senate passed the SUPPORT Act, which includes improvements to FASD education & prevention, and"

As chairman of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee since January 2021—a role that involves oversight of policies affecting millions of U.S. veterans—Moran has frequently advocated for expanded healthcare access and support services. The Department of Veterans Affairs is responsible for providing critical medical care to eligible U.S. military veterans nationwide.

The SUPPORT Act referenced by Moran aims to enhance federal programs addressing substance use disorders and related conditions such as FASD through expanded education initiatives and preventive measures.