Syrian opposition coalition splits as president resigns
Syria's Western backed opposition body fracturing after Mouaz al Khatib quits amid internal disputes. The coalition fails to unite rebel groups and faces questions from the United States and other powers over support as a new prime minister leads an envisioned interim government. Rebels press offensives in southern provinces. Israel fires toward Syria after cross border fire in the Golan Heights.
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Kerry warns Iraq on allowing Iranian planes passage to Syria
U S Secretary of State John Kerry urged Iraq to block Iranian overflights used to ship weapons and fighters to Syria during an unannounced Baghdad visit. He cited Iraqi tacit approval as undermining efforts to curb Assad’s regime and urged tighter inspection of humanitarian flights amid congressional calls for greater U S action.
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Capitol House Speaker Merrick weighs in on mandates
Capitol House Speaker Ray Merrick supports the idea but rejects mandates. He says a test to graduate could be required for high school exit, and he questions the term illegal immigrant while addressing state officials Kris Kobach and Ponka-We Victors.
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Conference committees and floors set for next legislative action
Most legislative action will occur in conference committees and on the floors of the House and Senate. Leaders expect debate, amendments, and votes to shape final bills as sessions advance, with committees drafting language and lawmakers negotiating positions before floor consideration.
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Bill to curb eyewitness misidentifications in Kansas
Senate Bill 190 proposed by Sen. David Haley would set guidelines for photo and live lineups to reduce misidentifications in criminal cases. The measure seeks mandatory use of sequential lineups and specific display practices, drawing on studies and Kansas exonerations such as Joe Jones's 1985 rape case in Topeka. The bill awaits Judiciary Committee action.
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