Kobach disputes paying contempt fine. office liable says Kobach
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach says he personally bears no liability for a 26214.79 contempt fine awarded to the ACLU. The judge ruled the cost is charged to the secretary of state's office as Kobach appeals the case over a 201 that challenged voters showing proof of citizenship to register. Incumbent Gov. Jeff Colyer urged not to charge taxpayers for Kobach misconduct.
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Senate bill eyed funding for Southwest Chief maintenance
U S Senator Moran and Udall back an amendment to a transportation bill that would provide about 50 million dollars for track maintenance and safety upgrades on the Amtrak Southwest Chief route serving Lawrence Kansas and surrounding areas. The measure aims to maintain service amid possible route changes and bus substitutions.
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Turnout expected high in Kansas primaries this year
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach says turnout could reach 26 percent in the August 7 primaries, driven by competitive races for governor and two congressional seats. He notes 56,067 advance ballots cast with five days left, outpacing 2010 and 2014 figures, as registration tops 1.8 million.
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