Kansas House Adopts Rules Change Strengthening Committee Power
The Kansas House approved a rule requiring two thirds of members to force a bill from committee to the floor, a shift from the prior simple majority standard. Critics warned it could bottleneck legislation, while supporters cited a stronger committee system. Rep A F Casado of Wichita questioned the move amid concerns over Wichita University inclusion.
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Snow Plow Janitor Fights Sidewalk Traffic Ticket
Ernest Hendricks a 49 year old South Side janitor who clears snow for neighbors with a jeep mounted plow was ticketed for driving a motor vehicle on the sidewalk while working for an elderly neighbor. Alderman Bohling plans to defend him in traffic court.
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Legislative pay proposal gains cross party backing in Topeka
The legislature and Governor plan retroactive pay increases around 2000 dollars annually plus small sums for expenses. Debate centers on the balance between legislative service rewards and tax limits as the new civil code procedure bill occupies major session time.
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