US Sen. Jerry Moran warns of Canadian salt tariffs’ effect on Kansas taxpayers

By: Anna Kaminski

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: August 19, 2026

Words: 293

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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TOPEKA — Ahead of President Donald Trump’s temporary pause on 50% tariffs on Canada, Kansas Republican U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran urged the administration to “consider the consequences” of tariffs on Canadian salt imports, which are a crucial resource for winter road safety.

Moran said Tuesday he was concerned tariffs could disproportionately impact American businesses, local governments and taxpayers. Two major salt companies are based in Kansas — Morton Salt and Compass Minerals — and have …

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