Supreme Court voids Arizona proof of citizenship for federal voter forms
The Supreme Court, in a 7-2 decision, ruled states cannot require extra citizenship proof on federal voter registration forms. Arizona’s Proposition 200 requirements cannot stand. the federal form governs. Advocates say the ruling protects universal registration, while Arizona officials note most voters use the state process and still face proof requests.
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Court-affiliated agencies rethink new building plan
Finney County Commission heard that three court affiliated agencies proposed a one stop building for court ordered services, but costs rose from an initial 2 million to 4.36 million for a basic 26 729 square foot facility. A smaller 21 895 square foot version would cost 3.57 million yet still exceed available funding.
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Kobach vows Kansas voter law remains in force
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach said the states proof-of-citizenship requirement for new voters will stay in force despite the Supreme Court ruling against Arizona. He argued Kansas crafted its law to avoid conflicts, though critics may pursue a federal challenge. The law, approved in 2011 and effective January, demands birth certificates or passports at registration.
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USD 457 board weighs 2012-13 goals and Common Core focus
USD 457 school board members reviewed the 2012-13 goals and a five year plan. Superintendent Rick Atha and Assistant Superintendent Darren Dennis discussed which goals were met and which were not. They highlighted progress on strengthening curriculum rigor and Common Core alignment from K to 12, with ongoing professional development and curriculum writing planned for this fall.
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