Kansas backlogs cut as rape kit reforms pass House
Kansas officials and advocates discuss a bill aimed at eliminating delays in testing sexual assault kits. Executives Sandy Horton and Joyce Grover highlight past shelving of kits and improved lab turnaround. Advocates say the measure signals support for survivors while noting ongoing work. crisis hotlines are provided for help.
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Lawrence to add electric buses as city eyes 2035 energy goal
Buses Transit and Parking Manager Adam Weigel says custom electric buses will start arriving late March with testing and training to follow. First bus to test in March, four more in April, full fleet by August. A separate 2021 grant funds two additional zero emission buses to arrive in 2023, advancing the city toward a plan where seven of 19 buses are electric. The commission will vote on a 240000 professional service agreement for phase two of the transition and review a 2.51 million transit budget mostly funded by the federal grant. City Hall meeting set for Tuesday at 5:45 p.m. with virtual options available.
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