A former member of Hudson City Council, Moran ran for state representative in 2008 against incumbent John Widowfield.
However, when Widowfield resigned, it allowed Republicans to replace him with Richard Nero, a political newcomer.
[1] On election day, Moran defeated Nero, and was sworn into office on January 5, 2009.
Up for reelection in 2010, Moran faced no opposition in the primary election.
Following his defeat, Moran returned to the private sector as a lawyer.