EPA Seeks Nominations for the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee
“The FRRCC provides a venue for agricultural stakeholders to provide meaningful feedback to EPA regarding a range of policies and programs,” said Rod Snyder, Senior Agriculture Advisor to the Administrator. “This is especially important as the Agency considers how to best support and partner with farmers, ranchers, and rural communities to address the climate crisis.”
Governor Laura Kelly’s “Axe the Food Tax” Plan: Here’s What They’re Saying
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly’s plan to “Axe the Food Tax” continues to garner widespread support from Kansans across the state. Kansas is one of seven states in the nation that fully taxes groceries. Kansas’ food sales tax rate is 6.5%, the second-highest rate in the country. Governor Kelly’s plan cuts the state sales tax on […]
Federal officials say Russian spies tried to hack into a Kansas nuclear power plant
“Four men have been charged with cyberattacks on energy sector facilities around the world — including Wolf Creek nuclear plant in Burlington, Kansas. The unsealing of indictments comes amid rising tensions between Washington and Moscow.”
Sen. Marshall to Vote Against Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for SCOTUS
“After sitting in on some of Judge Jackson’s hearing and conducting a thorough and thoughtful review of her qualifications and judicial record, I cannot support her confirmation.”
Governor Laura Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-staff in Honor of Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright
“Secretary Madeleine Albright was a trailblazer, a role model – an agent for change,” Governor Laura Kelly said.”
Marshall Bill Protects Americans’ Religious Accommodations from Government Tracking
“As a nation founded on religious freedom, citizens should be confident in their government’s handling of information related to their religious beliefs and how they apply to their personal medical decisions,” said Senator Marshall.”
Governor Kelly Signs Four Bipartisan Bills into Law
Topeka, KS– Governor Laura Kelly has signed the following four bipartisan bills into law: House Bill 2591 House Bill 2591 repeals the statute that authorizes quarterly $100,000 State General Fund and $200,000 Conservation Fee Fund transfers to the Abandoned Oil and Gas Well Fund in the Kansas Corporation Commission. House Bill 2329 House Bill 2329 […]
Governor issues State of Disaster Emergency for Wildland Fires
“Today there is a very high to extreme fire danger exists across the state, with extreme fire danger over the western third of the state.”
Mulready Says Get Ready Part I: Before the Storm
“After a disaster, many in our community need help and first responders may not be able to assist right away.”
Kansas Senators Will Travel To Eastern Europe
“America should do what America does best – protect freedom and liberty for our own citizens and for people around the world,” said Sen. Moran.”