Brownback Uses Three-Legged Stool Analogy For Kansas Economy
Gov. Sam Brownback argued Kansas relies on three main sectors agriculture oil and gas and aviation as he faced Senate Minority Leader Anthony Hensley over tax cuts and budget shortfalls. He noted downturns across all three industries amid falling oil prices low farm prices and Wichita aviation consolidations. The phrase long used to describe Kansas economics is now questioned by data showing aviation remains stronger than other legs.
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Supreme Court abortion ruling echoes in Kansas clinics
Abortion rights advocates in Kansas hail a 5-3 Supreme Court decision striking down Texas clinic rules. Proponents call it monumental for reproductive rights while opponents warn it removes safeguards. Planned Parenthood leaders cite upheld challenges to similar Kansas provisions from 2011 and 1990s cases, with state law on hold.
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Brownback signs school finance bill
Gov. Sam Brownback signed legislation to boost aid to poor school districts, meeting a court mandate and preventing a potential school shutdown. The plan raises state funding by 38 million for 2016-17, reallocates funds from wealthier districts, and aligns with a recent state Supreme Court ruling. It passed with broad bipartisan support during a two day special session.
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Lawrence district weighs later starts with bus cost concern
At a Monday board meeting Lawrence district leaders favored allowing high school students to start after 9 a.m. while keeping elementary and middle schools at 8 a.m. to save on bus costs. District official Ron May noted transportation efficiencies and possible other solutions.
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