Lawrence House plan would slash school funding and services
Lawmakers debate a budget cut plan that would reduce base state aid to public schools by 303 per student and threaten counselors, nurses, and sophomore sports in Lawrence. Kansas universities face about 50 million in losses as a revenue shortfall persists, prompting calls for tax increases or deeper service reductions.
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Janet Murguia
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Budget cuts endorsed by House Appropriations Committee
The House Appropriations Committee backs draconian budget cuts across agencies saving over 500 million, lowering next year’s spending to 4 billion. Notable actions include closures of Rainbow Mental Health Facility, minimum security prisons, and Wichita office, plus unpaid leave for state workers and reduced arts funding.
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Wildlife and Parks
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Kansas Arts Commission
Wichita
General Administration
Defibrillator study highlights life saving device impact
A European study of older heart patients shows implanted defibrillators reduce 20 month mortality from 19.8 percent to 14.2 percent. FDA approved in 1986 for limited use, devices cost about 30000 dollars and require a minor implant. The article cites patients like Glenn and Poole, noting ongoing device advances and occasional glitches.
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Dick Cheney
Moss
Berendom
Med Center
Glenn
William Poole
Kansas City
Poole
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