SRS lifts in home services restrictions in Kansas
In Kansas the Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services began a rolling waiting list for in housing services for the physically disabled after a budget freeze. Legislation added 10.4 million for the current year, but officials say funds won’t sustain the rolling list into the next fiscal year. The budget gaps extend to February tax receipts running about 12 million short, with a year end deficit projection of 654 million if trends persist. Gov nominee Sebelius to head federal health services creates lieutenant governor vacancy, triggering Parkison elevation. A Senate panel plans a meth precursor tracking bill via statewide electronic logging. funding source unclear. Monday marks the 50th day of the 90-day session.
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Corrections program cuts threaten Kansas probation gains
Kansas faces budget cuts that could undo gains in reducing prison populations through community corrections. Gov Sebelius plans to cut the corrections department budget from 276 million to 257 million next year. The Pew Center notes Kansas reduced incarceration via targeted grants. officials warn cuts may raise recidivism and parole revocation rates.
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