Kansas considers repealing Sudan divestment statute
Kansas lawmakers heard that the 2007 law forcing KPERS to divest from any firm with Sudan ties or Sudan contracts is ripe for repeal. The panel noted PetroChina and other covered firms still reflect Sudan-linked activity and will urge the 2018 Legislature to repeal the statute.
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KPERS Fund Health Edges Higher After Rule Change
KPERS reports 152,119 active workers and 96,774 retirees with 55,755 inactive accounts. State actions delayed payments totaling 355 million over three years, while the board lowered the assumed investment return from 8.0 to 7.75 percent, expanding unfunded liability to 9.06 billion. The fund now sits about 67 percent funded, with gradual employer contributions planned to halt growth by 2021 and repay over 15 years.
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KU lawsuits over campus assaults reach resolution unclear
Attorneys for the two women said the matter is resolved while KU officials declined to discuss settlement terms or out of court agreements. A Journal-World Open Records filing seeks records on the resolution, with public records expert noting settlements involving taxpayer funds must be disclosed. The suits claimed KU failed to prevent assaults by a football player at Jayhawker Towers, and rulings dismissed key institutional liability claims.
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StopKobach PAC targets Kobach as Kansas governor rival
Hoheisel describes a StopKobach PAC evolving from six years of contact, aiming to oppose Kobach’s bid for Kansas governor with messaging rather than funding. Analysts note it is rare for a PAC to oppose one candidate, while supporters frame Kobach as defending core American values. The campaign did not comment.
Kobach highlights election integrity and immigration stance
Former Kansas secretary of state Kris Kobach, vice chair of the Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity, defends his drive against illegal immigration and discusses claims of widespread non citizen voting in 2016. A fundraising reception and dinner at the Doubletree Overland Park, College Boulevard, draws tickets from 200 to 2000 dollars.
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Births in Tonganoxie and De Soto on Monday
Ey Bret and Sara Sorensen of Tonganoxie welcomed a boy and Skyler Brixey of De Soto also welcomed a boy on Monday.
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Corrections Correct Foreclosure Auction Dates Listed
The Journal World corrects foreclosure auction dates for Douglas County Sheriff pending notices. Slingerland Dec 7, Ellis Dec 7, Buzzard Dec 14, Harwood Jan 4, McCleary Jan 4. Readers may report errors at 832-7154 or email news@ljworld.com.
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