AG Derek Schmidt Files Motions to Dismiss Redistricting Challenges in Wyandotte County District Court
“Plaintiffs ask this Court—for the first time in Kansas history—to hold that the Legislature’s redrawing of federal congressional maps violates the Kansas Constitution,” Schmidt wrote in the motions filed on behalf of Secretary of State Scott Schwab and Wyandotte County Elections Commissioner Michael Abbott.”
AG Derek Schmidt challenges Biden’s concealment of records involving federal intimidation against parents
“We are calling for transparency and accountability for the misconduct by the administration that sought to quash the free speech rights of parents who are entitled to speak out regarding their children’s education,” Schmidt said.”
AG O’Connor Joins Multistate Lawsuit Challenging Biden’s Concealment of Records Involving Federal Intimidation Tactics Against Parents
“A multistate lawsuit led by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita asks a U.S. district court to force the Biden administration to respond to Freedom of Information Act requests filed last fall on behalf of Indiana and other states.”
Army seeks public input on study of possible Iron Dome sites
“The Army invites government agencies, Native American Tribes and the public to submit input by April 4, 2022 regarding the programmatic environmental assessment and draft finding of no significant impact pertaining to the Iron Dome Defense System–Army. The Army will consider all timely comments prior to making a final decision on where to place IDDS-A units.”
Sens. Moran, Marshall Call for Vladimir Putin to Be Held Accountable for War Crimes
“The appalling attacks on civilians in Ukraine are the latest in a long line of Vladimir Putin’s unjustifiable orders,” said Sen. Moran. “From indiscriminate bombings in Chechnya and Syria to targeted assassinations in London and Berlin, Vladimir Putin and those who obey his commands are not just thugs, they are war criminals. The United States and international community should hold them accountable.”
Kansas prisoners can’t vote, but some critics say they are gerrymandered anyway
“The census defines a prisoner’s home address as the prison they are held at, but there is some effort to change that.”
Governor Laura Kelly Announces $160 Million to Support Child Care Providers in Kansas
“As we grow the economy, these grants will provide the continued support our child care facilities need to stay open and ensure that Kansas families have access to safe, quality child care.” Governor Laura Kelly said. ”This support will help our child care facilities, it will help Kansas parents, and it will help our economy.”
PASSED: Sen. Marshall Resolution to Block Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers
“Make no mistake, this federal vaccine mandate is not about public health or science – it’s about Joe Biden fulfilling his desire to control every aspect of our lives, and it’s a slap in the face to the hard-working men and women who never took a day off on the frontline fight against COVID-19,” said Senator Marshall.”
Senator Marshall, Senator Moran, and Congressman LaTurner’s Response to the State of the Union
“The lawmakers agree that Kansas is facing a list of issues, including the highest inflation in 40 years, surging crime rates, and record setting gas prices.”
“My administration has taken steps to restore the Kansas economy, and that fiscal responsibility has paved the way to provide direct tax relief to Kansans,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “I urge the Legislature to work together to send me a clean bill eliminating the state’s tax on food immediately, so that we can put this money back into the pockets of Kansas taxpayers.”