Highway plan stalled as lawmakers push 10 year transport plan
Kansas lawmakers convened for the 2009 session to discuss a new decade long transportation plan. Senate leader Dwayne Umbarger warned federal stimulus funds will be crucial amid a $1 billion deficit and weaker gas tax receipts. The existing $13 billion program expires this year and will be moved to House and Senate transportation committees for development.
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Obama stimulus plan faces rifts before mid February vote
Washington lawmakers gathered to complete the nearly 800 billion economic recovery package by mid February. Democrats push back on tax cut design while Republicans warn against excessive spending. Obama urged bold action to revive a weakening economy.
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Wind Farm Construction Delayed by Wind in Kansas
Westar Energy’s 99 megawatt Central Plains Wind Farm near Marienthal, Kansas, faced delays due to strong winds and Hurricane Ike. Construction started in June with 33 turbines over 300 feet tall. completion now targeted for around January 31, with about 20 turbines awaiting blade installation and safety limits restricting crane operations during high winds.
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Jobless rate rockets to 7.2 percent in December
The Labor Department reports unemployment rose to 7.2 percent in December, the highest in 16 years, with employers shedding 524000 jobs. The economy faces a grim toll as hours shrink to 33.3 per week, signaling ongoing reductions. President-elect Obama and Hilda Solis push for rapid action and green jobs to curb decline.
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