Regents seek clearer debt rules for university capital plans
Kansas Board of Regents moves to tighten financing rules for capital improvement projects as bond debt at state universities rises. Vice Chair Kenny Wilk says current policy is ambiguous and seeks a clear risk framework with green yellow red light guidance to indicate solid, cautious, or danger zones for projects. The six state universities rely on revenue streams tied to the financing proposal.
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Kansas seeks new Rose standards for school funding
Kansas education officials weigh applying Rose standards to determine adequate funding. The March ruling shifts focus from covering actual costs to ensuring funding yields expected educational outcomes, per the Rose v. Kentucky framework guiding states. The standards encompass seven skill areas and prep for higher education or work.
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