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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 2016
Page
2
Incumbents who opposed parts of the policy later defended or criticized the photo ID and citizenship proof requirements enacted in House Bill 2067. Kansas State officials and critics cited implementation issues as Secretary Kris Kobach, the bill’s champion, faced scrutiny after his election.
The Kansas Legislature approved a law requiring proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID for voters. The 2014 elections saw more than 27,000 registrations placed in suspense for lacking citizenship documents. Senate vote 36-3 and House vote 111-? noted. key lawmakers expressed mixed views. Democratic Sens. Francisco and Holland and Rep. Ballard opposed, though all supported the core concept in questionnaire replies.
Incentives district led Williams Management LLC to seek a 10 year 85% property tax rebate under the Neighborhood Revitalization Act for converting the SeedCo building at 826 Pennsylvania St into a brewery, restaurant and 14 apartment units. Commissioners discussed lowering the rebate to 50% while public housing affordability questions linger. the amended incentives passed 4-1.
Revenues secretary said Kansas tax collections miss projections by 2.8 percent last month and 4.2 percent since July, fueling concern over a rural recession tied to agriculture and energy. Governors tax cuts and budget gaps persist as lawmakers consider possible cuts or tax hikes. Political leaders urge caution as forecasts grow grimmer and voter behavior remains uncertain.
An excerpt from Chad Lawhorn's Town Talk column on LJWorld.com summarizes a Douglas County poll of roughly 700 registered voters likely to vote. It shows Clinton at 2.7 percent, Trump at 19.8, Stein 43, Johnson 6.8, and none 6.4, plus Senate and House race breakdowns and confidence in Kansas' election process, with historical comparisons to 2008 and 2012 results.
The Lawrence Journal-World lists its address at 645 New Hampshire Street Lawrence Kansas with daily publication by Ogden Newspapers of Kansas LLC. It provides phone numbers for news delivery and customer service and notes postmaster and USPS details plus AP and AAM affiliations.
Kebriana Nash and Jaylen Rose of Baldwin City welcome a girl on Monday. Scott and Christina Jeffery of Lawrence announce a daughter born Tuesday.
Sedate The Journal-World asks readers to report significant errors to editors by calling 832-7154 or emailing news ljworld.com for corrections.
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