Revenue officials seek private firms for tax collection
Topeka AP Kansas Revenue officials asked a House committee to authorize private collection of delinquent taxes and charging travel costs to out-of-state auditors. They argue faster collections and shorter audits, while critics warn of potential abuse if no taxes are owed. The department cites past use and potential savings.
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Lawmakers pressed on tightening party shack restrictions
TOPEKA AP Lawmakers urged expanding Kansas law to curb after hours alcohol sales in party shacks. Rep Anthony Hensley argued for broader nuisance padlocks and higher fines, while opponents warned padlocks may linger, harming property owners and communities.
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Anthony Hensley
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Senate Judiciary Committee
Tax relief bills spark House action in Kansas
In Topeka the House introduced two welfare restoration measures and a 2 percent inventory tax plan to fund relief for small businesses and homeowners. Rep. Art Douville leads a 6 member group proposing 5.3 million to restore SRS cuts and MediKan, AFDC and handicapped programs. A second plan by Rep. Heinemann seeks 10.5 million for MediKan AFDC and General Assistance with bonds and 12.4 million for a prison carve out. The circuit breaker plan mirrors last session with 82 million for businesses and 11 million for homeowners.
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State Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services
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David Heinemann
Garden City
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House Taxation Committee
Kansas Lottery cuts costs while seeking eight-year extension
The Kansas Lottery shifts to low key marketing and reduced advertising to cut administrative costs as Director Jerry Simpson tells a legislative committee the agency has public acceptance and must keep bettors buying tickets. House committee moves to extend the lottery’s life by eight years. Simpson, appointed by Gov. Hayden, followed former director Larry Montgomery who promoted aggressive promotional events.
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Kansas Lottery
Jerry Simpson
Simpson
House Federal and State Affairs Committee
Mike Hayden
Salina
Federal Housing and Urban Development Department
Lottery
Larry Montgomery
Montgomery
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