Jenkins pushes constitutional amendment for equal federal benefits
The article praises U S Representative Lynn Jenkins for introducing HR Res 97 and Senate companion S J 25 to require all government officials to live by the same Affordable Care Act and benefits as ordinary citizens. It notes support from Senator Rand Paul and calls the move pragmatic Kansans expect from their congresswoman. It questions odds of passage but commends follow-through.
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State tax changes hit home for local Kansas governments
Kansas policy observers note state income tax cuts reduce state revenue and force higher local property taxes or fees. Locally, Salina loses 470000 in revenue from exempt machinery, raising mill levies as the tax base shrinks. A forgotten slider promised relief but died, shifting costs to cities, counties, and schools. Martin Hawver notes the statewide action echoes down to communities.
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Sebelius Defends Obamacare Website Delays and Flawed Launch
Rich Lowry reports on Kathleen Sebelius arguing HealthCare.gov needed more development time. She criticizes testing gaps while acknowledging the site crashed during prelaunch use. The piece notes insurers pressing delays and implications for Obamacare enrollment and policy keepers.
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