Open records law bill draws fire from media groups
In Topeka a Kansas bill to let cities and counties charge higher fees for public documents triggers concern from The Wichita Eagle and the Kansas Press Association. Officials argue the change would modernize law and recover costs, while media groups warn it could limit access to records meant to be open.
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Gerry Ray
Johnson County Commission
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Audit underway as panel OKs KTA bond review
The Legislative Post Audit Committee approves an audit of the Kansas Turnpike Authority focusing on a $105 million bond issue to refinance and rebuild the Topeka to Kansas City toll road. It will probe underwriter selection, fees, and whether bids were competitive, amid concerns of an incestuous bond-handling relationship.
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Dwichita
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Anthony Hensley
Walker Hendrix
Ottawa
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Arkansas City
Rock
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