Kansas House advances 75 mph speed limit bill
The Kansas House moved the bill to allow 75 mph on four lane divided highways with 70 mph current limits and Rural interstate sections only. The measure keeps a 10 mph buffer for speeding tickets in the House version, while the Senate favors a 5 mph buffer, prompting potential negotiations. Senate chair Les Donovan opposes the larger buffer and will seek compromise.
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Legislature acts to bolster transportation plan in Kansas
Republican leaders push bonds totaling 150 million dollars, 395 million in sales tax revenues over three years, plus federal funds to preserve the highway program. House adds 90 million in extra bonds if federal money falls short, while Senate lacks that clause. Deb Miller supports the House approach, Gov Sebelius proposes 465 million in bonds with 264 million in sales tax收入, both aim to keep projects on track to avoid cancellations. If no bill passes, 150 million in projects could be canceled this summer and another 100 million annually through 2008.
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Kansas Senate panel backs ban on gay marriage amendment
The Judiciary Committee endorsed a proposed Kansas Constitution amendment defining marriage as the union of a man and a woman and barring recognition of same sex unions. Supporters warn of potential court challenges while critics call it bigotry and a religious-driven move. The measure moves to the Senate for debate and could appear on the November ballot if approved.
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Oleen Offers One Casino Plan To Stall Kansas Gambling
Senate Majority Leader Lana Oleen proposes a constitutional amendment to allow one large casino in Wyandotte County and four betting parlors with up to 400 machines each. The plan, to appear on November’s ballot, omits private club slots and avoids table games while revenues are not estimated.
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