GOP to Keep Kansas House Majority in Swing Election
Republicans hold an 83-42 edge in the Kansas House with 66 seats currently GOP and 20 Democratic. Open seats and retirements hint at a modest shift toward moderates, while Democrats aim to gain seats amid concerns over a conservative tilt. Leaders predict a largely unchanged balance though a few gains for Democrats are possible.
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Mary Pilcher Cook
Shawnee
Cindy Neighbor
Bonnie Hay
Wichita
Ray Goyle
Tion
Doug Mays
Kathleen Sebelius
Washington
Dennis McKinney
Kansas wind energy hopes rise despite hurdles
At a Tuesday workshop in Kansas officials and industry reps debated wind power growth. JW Prairie Windpower LLC said Kansas lags despite high potential while Minnesota and Iowa showcase local projects and tax credits. Legislators plan to craft incentives for farm, community, and utility wind projects amid calls for state support.
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Campaign finance filings show varied disclosure plans in race
Campaign staff for Kline and Morrison discussed disclosure timing with Kline’s Sherriene Jones noting no legal requirement to reveal donors, while Morrison’s team planned near real time disclosures. Barnett and Sebelius filed recent reports. Sebelius pledged ongoing transparency as she released new totals including a $2,000 gift from Wal-Mart.
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