Renewable energy bill rejected again in Kansas House vote
The Kansas House declined to advance a bill aimed at repealing or phasing out the renewable portfolio standard. The 63 to 60 vote preserve the current 10 percent target with debate over a compromise to 15 percent in 2016 and end in 2021. Proponents argued for lower costs and jobs, while opponents warned against higher electric bills and the loss of clean energy investment.
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Kansas Senate approves 14.6 billion budget bill
The Kansas State Senate passed a 14.6 billion dollar budget by 22 to 18 vote. If the House and governor approve, about 38,000 public employees may receive a 250 dollar December bonus with no pay raise. The bill carves out 360 million for the Department of Corrections next year.
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Martin named new FHSU president at campus vote
Mirta Martin, first woman to hold the post, is named ninth president of Fort Hays State University by a unanimous Kansas Board of Regents vote. She will assume July 1, succeeding Edward Hammond who retires in June after 27 years as president.
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