High court to rule on governorship casino compacts
Kansas Supreme Court hearings consider if Gov. Finney must seek Legislature approval for Indian casino pacts. Attorney General Stephan argues the governor lacks power to sign without legislative consent, while Finney’s attorney contends federal law and inaction by the Legislature authorize her actions. Decision expected by July 10.
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Governor proposal eyes severance tax study as aid to southwest Kansas
Gov. Joan Finney urged lawmakers to study a severance tax cut on oil and gas to ease backlash from new school finance laws in southwest Kansas. She noted interim sessions this summer and fall for review while acknowledging current rates of 4.33 percent on oil and 7 percent on gas. Local districts face higher property taxes under the new statewide 32 mill levy, with 11 districts seeing increases, eight in southwest Kansas.
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Jail escapee surrenders in St Louis
A Kansas City jail escapee from Wyandotte County turned himself in to authorities in St. Louis after calling the sheriff. Missouri troopers moved to arrest 23 year old Gerald Moise at a Denny’s, convincing his female companion of his status. Moise, arrested for aggravated robbery, was held for extradition.
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