Kansas Supreme Court rejects KNEA bid to restore teacher tenure
The Kansas Supreme Court unanimously rejected the Kansas National Education Association suit challenging HB 2506 ending teacher due process. The court found the bill did not violate the one subject rule. The ruling leaves intact the merge of school funding and tenure provisions while signaling future legal and legislative action.
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Kansas Loses 9,400 Private Jobs in 2016 Amid Campaign Promises
Kansas saw a net loss of 9,400 private sector jobs in 2016, following a 9,300 gain in 2015, with 1,000 private jobs shed from November to December. Unemployment eased to 4.2 percent as the labor force rose slightly, but year over year figures remained weaker overall. Among those in the labor force, 1,422,113 were employed and 62,745 unemployed.
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Kansas lawmakers push inspector general for KanCare oversight
Kansas lawmakers press for an inspector general and stronger oversight of the KanCare program amid concerns over federal findings. Hous e and Senate leaders back a lawyer to prosecute insurers and seek more frequent KanCare Oversight Committee meetings. Democrats urge not locating the inspector within KDHE and call for broader Medicaid expansion. Senate panel hears from KDHE Secretary on Monday as critics demand accountability.
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