From the office of Sen. Roger Marshall

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall urged Kansas seniors this week to take advantage of Medicare Open Enrollment, which began October 15 and runs through December 7, while also highlighting efforts to combat domestic violence in the state.

Medicare Open Enrollment

Marshall encouraged Kansas seniors who may need to make changes to their Medicare coverage to act during the annual open enrollment period. Those satisfied with their current plans do not need to take any action to retain their coverage.

Marshall's office has updated its online resource page to help seniors navigate the enrollment process. The page includes information on researching Medicare benefit plans, accessing benefits counseling resources, avoiding scams, and other important enrollment information.

Seniors with questions can contact Marshall's Salina office at 785-829-9000 to speak with a casework specialist.

Domestic Violence Roundtable

Marshall participated in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence to address domestic violence incidents in the state during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The senator noted that domestic violence-related service requests are increasing statewide.

Participants included the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence, Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay, Shawnee County Sheriff Brian Hill, representatives from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, and community-based organizations serving survivors, including The Crisis Center Inc., Jana's Campaign, Options Inc., and the Boys & Girls Club of Topeka.

"This roundtable was about building stronger partnerships between federal, state, and local agencies to address an epidemic of violence that affects every corner of Kansas," Marshall said. "Law enforcement officers are putting their lives on the line, and survivors are reaching out for help in record numbers."

Government Funding Impasse

In a personal letter dated October 19, Marshall indicated that Senate Republicans had given Democrats a tenth chance to vote with them to reopen the government through a clean continuing resolution. Marshall stated that cooperation did not materialize and the government remains closed, with hardworking American families continuing to pay the price for what he characterized as political obstruction.

Marshall reiterated that his office remains committed to serving Kansas residents, whether they are farmers navigating USDA programs, veterans needing assistance, or seniors relying on Social Security.