Graves backs public schools while signaling room to improve
Kansas Governor Bill Graves says public schools are in good shape overall with evidence backing his belief, but he signals a need for ongoing focus on accountability and evaluation. He plans to detail funding for 304 districts in the 2001 fiscal year during the State of the State speech, while noting proposals likely surface as lawmakers seek base-budget boosts and potential mill-levy changes.
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Kansas consumers gain appeal right on health claims
Topeka AP The 1999 Legislature approved a new law taking effect today allowing consumers to appeal health insurance decisions. The Insurance Department will form a panel of independent physicians to review disputed claims and determine timely, binding outcomes. Insurance Commissioner Kathleen Sebelius hailed it as a safety net returning medical decisions to providers.
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