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Governor Laura Kelly Announces Departure of Secretary of Health and Environment Lee Norman
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced the departure of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Secretary Lee Norman.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Study Showing Kansas Parks Good for Economy
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Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced a new study by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) and the Center for Economic Development and Business Research (CEDBR) at Wichita State University showing Kansas parks have a positive economic impact across the state and across several industries.
Governor Kelly Congratulates Court of Appeals Judge Buser on Retirement
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The Court of Appeals Nominating Commission today announced the application deadline for individuals interested in applying for the upcoming vacancy created by January 31, 2022 retirement of Judge Michael B. Buser.
Governor Laura Kelly Joins Bipartisan Coalition of Governors Urging Congress to Strengthen Auto Supply Chain
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced she has joined a bipartisan coalition of governors from across the country urging Congressional leadership to approve full funding of the Creating Helpful Incentives for the Production of Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America Act.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces the First Round of Grants to Community Organizations to Support COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts
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To reaffirm her administration’s support for local organizations engaged in efforts to increase COVID-19 vaccinations, Governor Laura Kelly today announced the first round of Pandemic Assistance and Vaccine Equity Grants (PAVE) funding.
On National Rural Health Day, Governor Laura Kelly Urges Legislature to Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare
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In an effort to recognize and raise awareness of the importance of meeting the unique health care needs of Kansas’ rural communities, Governor Laura Kelly signed a proclamation marking November 18, 2021, as National Rural Health Day in Kansas.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Over 500 New Jobs in Overland Park
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Governor Laura Kelly today applauded Charter Communications’ plan to open a new customer retention center in Overland Park – creating 510 new full-time jobs by the end of 2022. The leading connectivity provider’s expansion will invest $18.9 million in the Overland Park community.
State of Kansas Pays Off Long-Standing Debt Two Years Ahead of Schedule
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced the State of Kansas has paid off the long-standing Pooled Money Investment Board (PMIB) “Bridge Loan.” In 2017 the Legislature took out this loan to fill budget holes due to poor fiscal management of the previous administration.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces COVID-19 Booster Shots Available to All Fully Vaccinated Adults
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Today, Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced all fully vaccinated Kansans over the age of 18 are now eligible for COVID-19 booster shots.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Administration Appointment
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced an appointment to the following commission.
Governor Laura Kelly Recognizes Apprenticeship Week in Kansas
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Governor Laura Kelly recently signed a proclamation spotlighting the importance of Kansas’ Registered Apprenticeship Program and declaring this week, November 15-21, as Apprenticeship Week throughout the state.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Plan to “Axe The Food Tax”
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ICYMI: Governor Laura Kelly Announces Plan to “Axe The Food Tax”
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Governor’s Tourism Award Winner
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Governor Laura Kelly today congratulated Roger Hrabe, Rooks County Economic Development Director, on receiving the Governor’s Tourism Award.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces $9.4 Million Awarded for Transportation Projects
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Today, Governor Laura Kelly and Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz announced the Fall 2021 recipients of KDOT’s Cost Share Program in Linwood, Kansas.
Governor Laura Kelly Receives COVID-19 Booster Shot
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Yesterday, Governor Laura Kelly received her booster shot of the Moderna vaccine.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Administration Appointment
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced an appointment to the following council.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces New Senior Advisor for Federal & State Affairs
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced Shelbie Konkel as Senior Advisor for Federal & State Affairs. In her new position, Konkel will oversee the departments of Government Affairs, Appointments, and Constituent Services.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces More Than $22 Million in Grants for Crime Victim Assistance Programs
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced that more than $22 million will be awarded to nearly 80 organizations through the Federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance and the Federal State Access and Visitation Program grant awards.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Special Session of the Kansas Legislature
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Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced she will use her constitutional power under Article 1, Section 5 of the Kansas Constitution to reconvene the Kansas Legislature for a special session on November 22, 2021.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces 60 New Jobs in Lenexa
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Governor Laura Kelly today celebrated Collins Aerospace’s expansion of its Lenexa operations, which will create 60 new jobs.
