Senate kills betting bill in Kansas two-thirds hurdle fails
The Kansas Senate rejected a pari mutuel wagering proposal 8 to 21, clearing the measure from debate for this session. The plan would have let counties vote on constitutional amendments to permit trackside betting on horse and dog racing under a state racing commission. Supporters dominated the debate. critics offered brief opposition.
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Mortgage Bailout Proposed by S&L Officials in Washington
Savings and loan industry leaders unveil a $10 billion federal plan to aid homebuyers with below-market mortgages. The package also seeks a new corporation to issue promissory notes and to take low-yield mortgages off weak S&Ls and mutual banks, funding mandatory congressional appropriations. Roy G. Green calls for action as losses mount in the sector.
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Ottawa City approves public hearing on sidewalk and lighting improvements
Resolution directs a March 17, 1982 hearing in Ottawa Kansas to evaluate a district plan for sidewalks drainage landscaping parking and street lighting across multiple street blocks. Project costs total 21644 with 80 percent funded by the benefit district and 20 percent by the city at large. The plan includes 12 foot wide reinforced concrete sidewalks 4 inch or 6 inch depending on driveways and frontage costs per front foot. The notice is signed by Mayor George L. Marstall.
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George L. Marstall
Kansas House okays tough sentencing bill
The Kansas House Judiciary Committee backed a harsh sentencing bill increasing minimum terms across classes B to E and risking higher prison populations. Rep. Joe Hoagland led the draft, warning of the costs and noting the prison system currently lacks capacity.
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Topeka
Kan
House Judiciary Committee
Joe Hoagland
Roverland Park
Hoagland
Department of Corrections
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