Power plays push to impeach judges in Kansas politics
The editorial condemns lawmakers led by Sen. Mitch Holmes and allies for proposing to expand impeachment powers to target judicial rulings. It warns such a move would weaponize government branches, threaten checks and balances, and invites political revenge. The piece cites Sen. Jeff King’s opposition and cautions against undermining the judiciary and constitutional limits.
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Tax fights loom in Kansas as LLC tax bills split sides
In Kansas a tax showdown unfolds between the cashmere crowd backing full tax relief for non wage LLC income and the polyester faction pressing taxes and grocery tax cuts. Senate and House bills could reshape tax treatment starting Jan 1, with veto dynamics and primary election blocs shaping the fight. Budget gaps loom, forcing possible spending cuts or new borrowing, including tobacco payments to balance the two year term. Martin Hawver notes the political game, donor influence, and fiscal pressure as candidates court votes.
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Sunshine Week highlights Kansas open government goals
An essay on Sunshine Week outlines Kansas open records laws and calls for legislative reforms. It notes a recent F grade for transparency from the Center for Public Integrity, cites incidents and critiques from media outlets, and discusses bills to expand public access through emails, meetings, and affidavits, with analysts urging improvement.
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State Rep Blaine Finch Addresses Kansas Capitol Office
State Representative Blaine Finch provides contact details for his Kansas House office at Room 167-W Kansas State Capitol Topeka with phone and email for constituent outreach and official correspondence.
State Senator Caryn Tyson and staff contact details
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