State panel OKs higher education budget in Senate panel vote
The Senate committee approved a $1.7 billion education budget with debate over tax funding and priorities. Two lawmakers argued over a $500,000 pediatric research grant for KU Medical Center, one supporting funding and the other opposing financing from welfare and education programs. The panel backed a budget aligned with Gov Sebelius, noting potential deficits due to rising employee health costs and proposed pay raises, and called for a post-session study on block grants.
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Legislative highlights from Kansas session notes
Highlights from Monday at the Kansas Legislature show proponents urging a bill to set minimum standards for abortion clinics arguing current conditions endanger women's lives. A senator says the governor’s education spending plan could clear committee by week’s end. A Senate panel reviews a bill giving childhood sexual abuse victims 30 years after age 18 to seek damages.
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English language center opens in Golfito named after slain KU student
The Shannon Lucile Martin English Center began classes at the Costa Rican Coast Guard Academy in Golfito, teaching English free to residents and cadets. The center honors KU student Shannon Martin, who was murdered in Golfito near her May 2001 expected graduation. The Shannon Martin Foundation was established after her death.
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English Center in Golfito Seeks 10 Pentium IV Computers
Shannon Lucile Martin English Center in Golfito Costa Rica seeks 10 Pentium IV computers for its program. Donations can be sent to the Shannon Lucile Martin Foundation in care of Garry Cushinbery Commerce Bank & Trust Topeka, with Costa Rican ties noted. foundation details are on www.shannonmartin.org. The center’s build funded by foundation gifts, and Stauffer worked with Mario Barrientos Costa Rican Coast Guard director on planning. The effort aims to aid Coast Guard and Navy efforts against drug trafficking and attract local workers to classes, with a waiting list and strong community interest.
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Highway borrowing plan faces funding crisis in Kansas
Legislators debate Sebelius plan to issue 465 million in bonds to replace two years of highway tax revenue diversion. The 1999 13 billion plan has been tapped heavily, with 2006 onward reduced tax transfers and talks of a 12 percent transfer to the general fund. Republicans warn of $360 million in needed cuts. Highway advocates urge action as a crisis looms.
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Mary Turkington
House Transportation Committee
Two groups seek funds to keep homeless breakfast alive
Jubilee Cafe at First United Methodist Church and the Community Drop-In Center in downtown seek 3,000 in extra funding to run summer breakfasts. Jubilee asked for 5,000, but only half was funded. the drop-in center received no grant.
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