Lawmakers split on funding amid tax plan fears
Lawmakers argued over Loyd's bipartisan plan to raise $500 million, weighing options from raising the state mill levy to 44 mills, lifting sales tax to 7.3 percent, or imposing a 21.9 percent income surtax. Loyd contends revenue surpluses could cover initial years, while opponents warn of heavy tax hikes.
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Senate debates school finance plan as House backs reform
Senate leaders push a three year 660 million plan with 180 million funded by local property taxes while Democrats and moderates back a House measure to expand day care kindergarten statewide and adjust aid. Gov. Sebelius praises the House effort as Senate considers a framework for discussion.
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Weinberger dies former cabinet officer and Iran Contra figure
Caspar W. Weinberger, who served as Nixon budget director and Reagan defense secretary, died at 88 after a weeklong hospital stay for pneumonia and fever. His son said he gave everything to country and family. Colin Powell called him a steadfast fighter for peace through strength.
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Planning for Sampler wraps up with vendor rush
LaPlant reports 240 vendors registered and 150 communities represented for the Kansas Sampler Festival. Newton hosted in 2004 and 2005 with 260 registrants. Late entries incur a 25 dollar fee as organizers finalize signs, volunteer training, and a three stage entertainment lineup of about 35 performers. The international parade opening will be held at the Lee Richardson Zoo.
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Kansas Sampler Festival Sets May 6 and 7 at Richardson Zoo
The Kansas Sampler Festival schedules May 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and May 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Richardson Zoo grounds with gates opening at 9:30 a.m. Admission ranges from 5 for adults to 3 for ages 7 to 14, free for younger children, plus a weekend saver pass and group rates. Kathy Sexson coordinates booth placement with LaPlant and the electrical layout. Cliff Sonnenberg confirms Garden City Electric Department has prepared power boxes along the zoo roadway and near restrooms, with extra boxes from the Exhibition Building possible if needed.
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Chief of staff Bolton resigns after three years in office
Bolton, 51, a Wall Street and Washington veteran who led the Office of Management and Budget for the last three years, steps down as chief of staff amid Bush's sliding approval ratings and war unhappiness. No immediate word on further changes.
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Immigration bill debate to begin this week in Senate
Advocates claim victory in a national security challenge second only to the war on terror as Senator Frist says the Senate will start a debate on immigration reform this week with a goal to pass by April 7. The thread ties to two 2008 presidential hopefuls McCain and Frist as rallies in Los Angeles Chicago and Washington rally Hispanic turnout and push support for the bill.
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