Kansas job growth in March centers on Manhattan Lawrence economy
Kansas total nonfarm payrolls fall slightly to 1.391 million as Manhattan and Lawrence drive regional gains. Manhattan up 5.4 percent year over year with 2,400 jobs added, Lawrence up 0.2 percent with 100 new positions. Government and leisure sectors show distinct gains in university towns.
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Kansas lawmakers weigh tax cuts and budget gaps in wrap up
The Legislature faces a $140.1 million red for this year and a $151 million shortfall next year if the current budget stands. Gov Brownback proposes three options to close gaps, including highway fund sweeps, education cuts, and short term funds, while ruling out broad tax increases. Bills seek to roll back the LLC exemption and cut sales tax on food, with disputed support and potential vetoes. Local government limits, school finance cases, and asset sales loom as major topics in the wrap‑up session.
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