Kansas Congressional Redistricting Prompts a Court Debate over Partisanship Versus Democracy
Kansas — Lawyers seeking to have the Legislature’s congressional redistricting map thrown out argued today to the Kansas Supreme Court that the proposed boundaries weaken the representation of minorities and traditionally Democratic voters. But defenders of the Republican-drawn map said the court should not weigh in on what is an inherently partisan process, and that […]
Governor Laura Kelly Names Manufacturer KanPak Winner of Kansas’ Top Business Award
“Honors Business Leaders at Inaugural To the Stars: Celebrating Kansas Business Banquet”
Sen. Marshall Announces Support for the HALT Fentanyl Act
“With just one teaspoon of fentanyl having the ability to kill thousands of people and a deadly amount being able to fit on the tip of a pencil, we must do everything in our power to stop this terrible scourge and give Kansas law enforcement the tools to help combat it – that starts with permanently making fentanyl a Schedule I controlled substance,” said Senator Marshall.”
Attorney General O’Connor Leads Brief Asking U.S. Supreme Court to Rule That Race-Based Admissions are Unconstitutional
“Racial discrimination is entirely unacceptable and wrong,” said Attorney General O’Connor.”
Great Kansas Fishing Derby Returns for Second Year
“It’s a new year, but our goal remains the same – get people fishing and generate support for communities and nearby waters,” said David Breth, KDWP sportfishing education coordinator.”
Sen. Marshall: Will U.S. or China Hold Keys to the 2nd Nuclear Era?
“After a hiatus on nuclear power development in the United States for some time, concerns of climate change firmly embedded in the public conscience have fostered a concerted effort globally and at home to “decarbonize,” and nuclear energy is back on the menu.”
Half-Staff for Kansas Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony
“We must recognize our state’s law enforcement officers and their continued contributions to our state today and every day.” Governor Kelly said.”
Muscogee Nation Resolution Seeks to Protect its Citizens from State Taxation
“Last month, an administrative judge ruled that Oklahoma should refund a Muscogee Nation citizen for taxes she paid in previous years.”
AG Derek Schmidt Secures Nearly $1.18 Million for Consumers Deceived by TurboTax
“Schmidt said all 50 states and the District of Columbia reached an agreement worth $141 million with Intuit, Inc., owner of the tax service Turbo Tax.”
Public defenders in Kansas got more pay, but still have the same crushing workloads
“The Kansas Legislature didn’t approve money for additional public defenders, but it did support pay raises.”