Kansas House votes to safeguard sheriff elections statewide
The Kansas House approved a constitutional amendment by 97 to 24 to require counties to elect sheriffs for four year terms. If the Senate passes, the proposal heads to voters in November. Backers urge accountability. opponents favor local control and flexibility in law enforcement. Riley County stands as an exception with its mixed system since 1974.
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Lawmakers Debate No Knock Warrants Over Home Invasions
Kansas lawmakers discuss banning no knock warrants after fatal breaches and wrongful-address mistakes. Rep Barbara Ballard stresses family consequences, while Rep Vic Miller cites a killed Topeka officer. Other reps stress officer safety and necessity when warrants target meth or armed suspects. Sherman Smith reports.
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Kansas seeks state plastic bag rules amid local bans
Backers including the Kansas Chamber of Commerce argue a patchwork of local bag bans would burden business with inconsistent rules across cities and counties. Critics warn the bill could curb home rule and restrict how municipalities handle trash and recycling. State senators weigh limits as environmentalists press for bans and retailers note supply chain impacts.
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Wichita
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