Kansas politics hinge on breaking supermajority in statehouse
The Kansas Legislature bypassed the governor to pass a contested abortion coercion bill with a two thirds margin. November elections will determine if Democrats can gain seats to overcome the GOP supermajority, affecting veto power and policy on taxes, food aid, voting, and gender care for minors.
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City prioritizes homeless services for local residents
Lawrence enacts a policy prioritizing Douglas County residents for homeless services. Nonresidents will receive short term assistance to return to their origin. The move follows an 18 percent rise in local homelessness to 414 counted on a January night.
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