Bipartisan House panel endorses three year school funding plan
Garden City USD 457 Superintendent Rick Atha called the committee approval a good first step as a three year funding plan could clarify future budgets for programs and staff. Kansan lawmakers debated funding options amid conservative opposition and concerns the plan could harm the economy. Ardith Dunn and other educators weighed potential outcomes while the Kansans Supreme Court had urged higher education funding previously.
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Kansas Overturns Governor Veto On Concealed Guns
The House and six Senate votes override Sebelius in a long battle over permits for concealed weapons. The measure allows Kansas residents 21 or older to obtain a four year permit after background checks and eight hours of training. Supporters argue safeguards exist while opponents fear more gun access.
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City officials anticipate results from citizen survey
City officials expect the final citizen survey report by April 30 after sessions finish by April 15. Lane notes current respondents skew older and Caucasian with limited Hispanic and young participant input, and will recruit via churches, Rotary clubs, and social groups to broaden participation. City staff express confidence in Lane’s expertise and timely completion.
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Republicans Repudiate Bush While Embracing Fundraising Money
GOP strategists note some Republicans reject Bush personally yet accept his fundraising influence. Candidates in close races dodge divisive Bush issues but court money, with events for Sodrel, Santorum, Burns, and others. Iraq war anxieties strain Bush and congressional allies ahead of elections.
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Pollution permit bill moves to governor desk in Kansas
In a floor debate on the pollution bill, Rep Vaughn Flora proposed reducing mercury emissions below federal standards for future coal plants. He warned emissions would drift to eastern Kansas, contaminating fish. Reps Loyd and Hayzlett urged rejection, arguing plants must meet the federal Clean Air Act. the House approved by voice vote.
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