Rail Summit aims to save Southwest Chief service
Amtrak executives warn maintaining the Southwest Chief on its current route will cost about 10 million annually with 100 million in long term needs. A three state funding effort and federal support are urged as segments of the line near western Kansas face slower speeds and potential re routing toward BNSF’s Transcon path.
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High court split on health reform mandate debate
The high court’s health overhaul case centers on whether the individual mandate exceeds Congress authority. Officials clash over coverage requirements and subsidies, with discussion of bronze versus platinum plans and deductibles ranging from 2750 to 6350 dollars, affecting uninsured Americans.
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Shortfall prompts debate over court furloughs and funding
Lawmakers reopen the session on April 25 as they weigh options to fund the judiciary. A separate bill to appropriate money for the judicial branch is suggested, with Rep. Reynaldo Mesa voicing concerns over the Bar Discipline Fee Fund and urging consolidation of funding rather than a special session. Kansas officials warn against diverting attorney fees, arguing the Bar Discipline Fee Fund must remain for its current purposes.
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