A Case For A Severance Tax In Kansas
State figures show oil and gas property taxed at 5.8 percent versus 9.25 percent for other property. Proponent Berman urges a 2 percent severance tax to fund state needs, arguing current system shifts tax burden to non oil and gas property owners. He notes Oklahoma and other states levy severance taxes and cites potential $26 million annual revenue under his plan. Senate committee hearings were planned for the week of Feb. 12.
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Topeka
Kan
Kansas
Berman
Oklahoma
Alaska
Louisiana
Senate Transportation and Utilities Committee
High-Rise Set To Open Doors
The elderly 62 plus high rise at Seventh and Poplar will be ready by March 1 with 61 one bedroom apartments and major appliances. Rentals based on income include utilities except telephone. Letters go to applicants. leases follow after confirmation. Open house to be arranged. applications via Investment Resources Corp Wichita.
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Diane Yeamans
Seventh and Poplar Streets
Tony Catanese
Investment Resources Corporation of
Wichita
Investment Resources Corp
N. Market
West
Kan
DPS to spiffy up its officers uniforms
The department plans new uniform upgrades for officers as part of a refreshed image. A school page highlights Page QU winning a sixth straight game with dramatic flair. Continued coverage outlines team performance and notable moments from the recent matchup.
Veteran Democrat Runs for Governor’s Mansion
A veteran Democrat announces a bid for the governorship, triggering early campaign coverage. The report notes the candidate’s background and political stance as he enters the race, signaling a competitive primary and potential shifts in state politics.
Laetrile Bill Passes Committee in Kansas
A Kansas Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee approved a bill to legalize Laetrile by voice vote. Only Sen. Robert Talkington, R-Iola, voted against it as Sen. John Ver million, R-Independence, said Kansans want to try the substance.
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Topeka
Kan
Senate
Kansas
Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee
Sen
Robert Talkington
R-Iola
Kangas
John Vermillion
Independence
Senate Debates Panama Canal Treaty Amid Welfare Fight
Congress weighs the Panama Canal treaties as Senate debate nears with bipartisan hopes for ratification, while the House hones Carter's $2 billion welfare package. Hearings warned possible millions in costs, and Sen Pearson voiced support after concerns eased. Mondale to swear in Muriel Humphrey as replacement.
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Washington
Senate
House
Carter
Congress
Lincoln
U.S
Topeka
Kan
James B. Pearson
U.S. Senate
Congressional Record
Kansas Republican
Latin America
Blizzard Strikes East Driving Snow Delays Transit
A powerful nor’easter dumps up to 20 inches across the Middle Atlantic and Northeast, disrupting schools, roads, and rail. New York City can expect 12 to 18 inches as wind gusts reach 40 mph. New Orleans feels the storm’s reach as Mardi Gras continues amid travel fears. Authorities prepped with increased sanitation staffing and warned of dangerous travel conditions nationwide.
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Associated Press
Middle Atlantic
National Weather Service
New York City
New Jersey
New York
Connecticut
Manhattan
Carolina
Appalachians
New Orleans
Joseph Frederick
Hilton Hotel
Great Lakes
Ohio Valley
South Dakota
Kansas
Pacific
Rockies
Nashville
Tenn
Grand Forks
N.D
San Diego
Sadat Strikes Reluctant Pose in Mideast Talks
Egyptian President Anwar Sadat warned that Israel clings to old security ideas and warned talks are going in the wrong direction while agreeing with President Carter to resume negotiations on a declaration of principles through a U.S. intermediary. He pressed for open borders and self determination while awaiting Egypt’s first U.S. weapons shipment amid regional crises. In Kansas City, the Coates House fire death toll rose to 20 over the weekend with five victims unidentified and two missing.
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Washington
Anwar Sadat
Mideast
Israel
Nbc-Tv
Sadat
Carter
U.S
Alfred L. Atherton Jr
Cairo
Jerusalem
Camp David
National Press Club
White House
Egypt
Stoday
Somalia
Ethiopia
Chad
Kansas City
Coates House
Volunteer Army Costs Rise By 18 Billion Since 1971
The General Accounting Office reports the all volunteer military has cost taxpayers an extra 18 billion dollars since the end of the draft in 1971. Biggest factor is higher pay for new enlistees, with 14.2 billion dollars spent in higher pay. Other costs include recruiting and advertising at 1.4 billion, better housing at 1.2 billion, and incentives for medical professionals at 932 million. Savings of 289 million come from phasing out the draft system.
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Washington
General Accounting Office
Elmer B. Staats
Staats
Congressional Auditing Service
Army
Navy
Air Force
Marine Corps
Coast Guard
Senate Armed Services
GAO
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Walter F. Mondale
Muriel Humphrey
Hubert Humphrey
Humphrey
Armed Services Panel
Canal Zone Gav
Harold R. Parfitt
United States
Panama
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