Wheatland Denies Franchise For Industrial Site
Wheatland votes to deny a franchise request after city and Wheatland Electric present nine factors from Kansas law plus additional considerations. The decision cites public convenience, rates, customer desires, and economic impact while noting existing infrastructure and potential development plans. Wheatland plans to appeal.
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Budget passage without debate marks Kansas House action
The Kansas House approved SB 112 by 64 to 48 with 13 not voting. The plan, about 6.4 billion in general funds, raises spending mainly for K 12 schools pensions and social services. A tax package to cover the gap remains in process as a conference committee meets Wednesday.
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Democrats propose bill to fund two months of state salaries
Kansas House Democrats unveiled a plan to cover two months of state salaries at nearly 200 million dollars to bridge the gap before a 406 million tax increase is approved to close an 800 million budget deficit for the new fiscal year. The proposal aims to prevent furloughs and keep government operating, with details still unresolved and essential worker designations under review.
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