Kansas panel delists redbelly snake from threatened list
The Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission voted to remove the redbelly snake from the threatened species list and designate it as a species in need of conservation. The move follows developer complaints and concerns lawmakers might curb the state endangered program, despite a committee's recommendation to keep the snake listed.
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Democrat Opposes State Control of Medicare in Kansas Race
Wichita Democrat Dennis Anderson criticizes an interstate health care compact that would let Kansas set Medicare policies within its borders while keeping federal dollars. Republican Ken Selzer supports the plan as a step to move control from the federal government in the race for state insurance commissioner.
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Dennis Anderson
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Brownback Strengths Highlight Agriculture in Kansas Race
A Saturday column argues Gov. Sam Brownback stands out for his deep knowledge of Kansas agriculture and its central role in the state economy. It notes agriculture accounts for about a quarter of the economy, with education funding and public school spending also debated against measures of outcome and efficiency.
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Kansas
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Kansas Future Farmers of America
Kansas Association of School Boards
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