New English Official Language Law Joins Kansas Policy Mix
Kansas enacts English as the official state language though critics call it symbolic. The package includes a funeral picketing curb aimed at Westboro protests and a first of month fiscal year start with a $12.5 billion budget boosting schools and state employee pay. Tax cuts for businesses promise five year phase out. Senior tax relief and working poor credits also expand.
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Booster seat sanctions tighten as fines take effect statewide
Kansas ends warnings for booster seat violations with a 60 dollar fine plus court costs. State officials including Col William Leck vow strict enforcement. Law requires children ages four to seven to use booster seats unless over 80 pounds or taller than 4 feet 9 inches. Endorsing booster use, Safe Kids Kansas cites reduced injuries and proper belt fit for children in booster seats.
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