House panel advances school funding amendment in Kansas
The House Judiciary Committee voted 12 to 10 to send a revised ToPERA-A amendment to the full House. It would give the Legislature exclusive authority to define adequate funding for public schools while preserving court ability to review equitable distribution. Leaders warn a funding plan must meet constitutional muster by April 30.
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Advocates press for Medicaid expansion in Kansas
About 200 protesters gathered in the Kansas Statehouse to push for expanding KanCare under the ACA. Supporters cite polls and studies estimating coverage for roughly 150,000 residents, while lawmakers debate timing ahead of a Supreme Court school funding deadline.
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Dance performances for the very young at Lawrence Arts Center
Multiple daytime and afternoon dance sessions for toddlers and preschoolers run at the Lawrence Arts Center 940 New Hampshire St from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. alongside other local events and sessions.
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KU Events Calendar Seeks Submissions and Local Listings
Community datebook items include lectures such as America's Response to the Holocaust at Dole Institute, Mokuhanga workshop in Bailey Hall, Islam myths debunking at Burge Union, KU Jazz Ensemble at Lied Center, theater shows Perfect Arrangement and Dear Evan Hansen, plus book sale at Lawrence Public Library and Story Slam at Lawrence Arts Center. Also on the docket are a Douglas County Democrats event and a Cabaret Showcase Gala.
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