Senate approves state budget with protests over funding
Senate approves the 2006 budget amid clashes over education funding. Anthony Hensley of Topeka blasted tax breaks for the wealthy as excessive while public schools and higher education call the no increase plan a de facto cut. A $12 million school funding increase is proposed, bringing base per pupil to 3890. House to vote on tax hikes to bridge the gap. Sandy Praeger supported the plan, warning worse outcomes if it fails.
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Senate Approves Budget Compromise 21 19 Vote Split
The Senate passed a $4.4 billion FY budget compromise 21 to 19 Friday sending the measure to Gov. Bill Graves. Among Republicans 19 supported and 11 opposed. among Democrats 2 supported and 8 opposed. Sandy Praeger of Lawrence voted yes and Anthony Hensley of Topeka voted no.
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House advances casino gambling bill amid budget crisis
Kansas lawmakers push electronic gambling at tracks with Woodlands in Kansas City Kansas, a plan to funnel 25 percent to the general fund and 2 thirds to operators. Supporters cite jobs and revenue amid a 777 million shortfall while opponents warn of social costs.
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Jobless rate highest in years despite early recovery signs
The Dow fell 85.24 to 10,006.63 as the prior three day gain faded. Bush defended cautious optimism, urging more employment. April payrolls rose 43,000, but 565,000 new workers overwhelmed gains, pushing unemployment up from 5.7 percent.
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