Kansas court filings argue on same sex marriage ban
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt urged the state Supreme Court to keep the same sex marriage ban in place until the U S Supreme Court issues a final ruling. Johnson County requests permission to issue licenses while a federal suit resolves. The arguments followed a federal judge order allowing gay marriages in two counties. The high court decision is anticipated after Monday deliberations.
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Douglas County issues 26 same sex marriage licenses
Following a Supreme Court order, Douglas County Kansas issued 26 applications for same sex marriages with 9 licenses on Friday and 15 applications on Thursday. Autumm Bishop confirmed licenses issued with two couples receiving waivers to bypass the usual three day waiting period. Week's events followed a stay lift on a lower court injunction prompting county clerks to process licenses. The Kansas Supreme Court will hear whether other counties can begin issuing licenses next week.
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Court upholds KU Med School admission denial for disabled student
The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Kansas University Medical School need not admit Emily McCulley, a wheelchair user with spinal muscle atrophy. Technical standards require motor skills for CPR and patient handling, and the court found no disability discrimination given the need for accommodations.
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Brownback's unique chance to lead Kansas again
Governor Sam Brownback, re elected by Kansans, faces a tighter budget after tax cuts enacted in 2012 fail to yield expected revenue. The state must cut hundreds of millions from this year and next, risking education and other programs, while Brownback seeks to prove his wisdom and earn broad respect across parties.
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Brownback urged to lead Kansas with courage and reform
Commentary argues Governor Brownback must acknowledge failed revenue plans, seek new ideas to raise revenue without taxes, and place Kansas first. It praises his experience and broad majorities, urging leadership, flexibility, and decisive action to energize the state, even if change brings some pain.
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