Senate rejects measure on officials socializing under Open Meetings Act
Kansas Senate defeated a bill to clarify that officials may travel and socialize without violating the Open Meetings Act. Only 13 supported, 27 opposed, with debate returning to committee to strip disputed language. Critics warned the measure would erode openness while supporters argued for clear guidance.
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Welfare cuts survive House panel in Topeka vote
Kansas House Appropriations Committee rejected a bill to restore 288000 in welfare program cuts including general welfare aid, aid to dependent children, foster care, and day care. The 12-9 party line vote kept the measure in committee amid concern over the state’s finances and deficit mitigation.
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Don Mainey
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