Open records bill advances to governor in Kansas
The Kansas Open Records Act measure moves to Gov. Bill Graves after House approval 123 to 2 and Senate passage 40 to 0. The compromise includes penalties up to 500 and subpoena powers for AG and local prosecutors, with exemptions ending July 1 2005 unless saved by Legislature.
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Kansas House approves multiple bills in quick votes
A 74 to 51 House vote sent to the governor a bill paying claims to the families of murder victims Stephanie Schmidt and Dr. L Star Naramore, with $200 000 to Naramore and $50 000 to The Stephanie Schmidt Foundation. The Senate backed the measure 30 10.
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House member apologizes to speaker in public remarks
Rep. John Edmonds of Great Bend apologized to House Speaker Robin Jennison for disparaging remarks and said he forgives the speaker for earlier comments. Edmonds made the apology before the House, saying his offenses were public and receiving mixed reactions from colleagues. Jennison, who wasn’t clear on the remarks, credited Edmonds with a gracious gesture and indicated no ongoing issues between them.
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Three Kansas lawmakers to retire from Statehouse this year
Three legislators announce plans to leave the Statehouse in Topeka. Sen. Sherman Jones, D-Kansas City, 65, cites health reasons after first being elected to the Senate in 1992. Rep. Gayle Mollenkamp, R-Quinter, 70, has served in the House since 1985 and was linked to the era of The Rebels. Rep. Dave Gregory, R-Wichita, 45, states he will not run again after serving in the House since 1997.
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Critics say prison package just temporary fix
AP reports Kansas lawmakers approved an $18.4 million package to ease prison crowding including a $6.2 million Ellsworth prison expansion and new day reporting centers to divert nonviolent offenders. Gov. Graves expects further debate next year as inmate population nears capacity in a system nearing full.
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