Panel rejects bill on adult businesses in Kansas
The Federal and State Affairs Committee rejected the Community Defense Act limiting sexually oriented businesses near homes schools and places of worship. Advocates hoped for stricter statewide rules but the measure failed on a voice vote, surprising supporters of the original bill. Local control and limited government were cited by critics and club owners as reasons against state intervention.
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Topeka
Kansas
House
Federal and
State Affairs
Senate
Phillip Cosby
American Family Association of
Missouri
Overland Park
Cosby
Abilene
Meriden
Philip Bradley
House advances bill linking KTA and KDOT amid debate
The Kansas House approved 78 to 40 a measure to merge the Kansas Turnpike Authority with the Kansas Department of Transportation. Opponents warn the move risks the Turnpike’s status, while supporters say it boosts interagency cooperation. Gov Brownback proposed the merger to save costs, though KDOT officials question potential savings. The bill still needs one more vote for final passage.
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House
Kansas Turnpike Authority
Kansas Department of Transportation
Joe Edwards
R-Haysville
Kansas Turnpike
Edwards
Sam Brownback
Turnpike Authority
KDOT
Brownback
Mike King
Democrats Move To Intervene In School Finance Mediation
Kansas Democratic leaders announce plans to file a motion to participate in mediation of the school finance lawsuit. Senate Leader Anthony Hensley says the move aims to ensure a practical solution benefiting Kansas children after a three judge panel ordered a $440 million funding increase. The Kansas Supreme Court had recently granted a state motion.
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Toppera
Kansas
Senate
Anthony Hensley
Topeka
Kansas Supreme Court
College athletic salaries raise questions at KU
A Saturday column critiques rising pay for college athletic directors and the wider spending spiral in university sports. It highlights KU hiring a new engineering dean, compares salaries, and probes student, faculty, and public reactions to escalating costs and facilities.
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USA Today
Kansas University
KU School of Engineering
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland
National Science Foundation
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Sheahon Zenger
Kansas State
John Currie
KSU
Kansas
Manhattan
NCAA
Memorial Stadium
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