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Kansas Could Land the Biggest Private Sector Investment in the State’s History
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ICYMI: Kansas Could Land the Biggest Private Sector Investment in the State’s History
Governor Kelly’s Proposal to Fully Fund State Water Plan for First Time in 15 Years Raises Hope
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Hope springs from Kansas governor’s proposal to restore water funding https://kansasreflector.com/2022/01/28/hope-springs-from-kansas-governors-proposal-to-restore-water-funding/Kansas ReflectorJanuary 28, 2022 Connie Owen, director of Kansas Water Office, says Governor Laura Kelly’s recommendation to restore funding for water projects has given her organization momentum as it considers a wide range of needs. Since 2008, Kansas legislators have not allocated the full $8 million that is supposed to go toward a State Water Plan which was established in 1989.
Governor Laura Kelly Vetoes Congressional Redistricting Map, Senate Bill 355
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TOPEKA – The following is attributable to Governor Kelly regarding Senate Bill 355:
Governor Laura Kelly Discusses Affordable Housing Opportunities in Alma
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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly traveled to Alma today to discuss the state’s efforts to provide Kansans with safe, affordable housing options.
Governor Laura Kelly announces Building a Stronger Economy (BASE) Grant Application
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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly, today, announced the launch of the Building a Stronger Economy (BASE) program. BASE is a new grant opportunity to help support infrastructure development and advance economic development opportunities across Kansas.
Governor Laura Kelly’s “Axe the Food Tax” Plan: What They’re Saying
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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly’s plan to Axe the Food Tax continues to garner wide-spread support from Kansans across the state. On Tuesday, January 25, the House Committee on Taxation heard testimony from the public on Governor Kelly’s plan to completely eliminate the state’s sales tax on groceries.
Governor Laura Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Extend Executive Orders, Providing Relief for Health Care WorkersGovernor Laura Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Extend Executive Orders, Providing Relief for Health Care Workers
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TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2477, which extends provisions in Executive Orders 22-01 and 22-02 until January 20, 2023.
Governor Opens Nominations for Exporter of the Year Award
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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced the call for nominations for the 2022 Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced her fourth budget recommendation.
Governor Laura Kelly Delivers the 2022 State of the State Address
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TOPEKA – The following is the transcript of Governor Laura Kelly’s 2022 State of the State Address.
Emporia and Downtowns across Kansas are Rising Thanks to Governor Kelly’s Leadership, Local Partnerships
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Emporia and downtowns across Kansas are rising thanks to governor’s leadership, local partnerships
Governor Laura Kelly Issues 15-Day Disaster Declaration, Two Executive Orders to Aid Kansas Hospital and Adult Care Home Capacity
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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today signed a State of Disaster Emergency to alleviate healthcare staffing shortages and facilities’ constraints caused by the surge in COVID-19 cases.
Court of Appeals Nominating Commission to interview applicants January 5
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TOPEKA – The Court of Appeals Nominating Commission will convene January 5 to interview eight applicants to fill the upcoming vacancy on the Kansas Court of Appeals created by the retirement of Judge Michael Buser.
Governor Laura Kelly Takes Action to Exempt Sales Tax on Fencing Materials for Kansans Affected by Wildfires
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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today directed Kansas Department of Revenue Secretary Mark Burghart to work with state legislators representing the communities impacted by last week’s wildfires to fast-track legislation extending the sales tax exemption for fence materials and services as outlined in Notice 17-01.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Proposal to Provide $250 Tax Rebate to Kansas Resident Taxpayers
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced a new proposal for a one-time $250 tax rebate to all Kansas residents who filed a tax return in the 2021 calendar year.
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Administration Appointment
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced an appointment to the following commission:
Governor Laura Kelly’s Commission on Racial Equity and Justice Releases Final Report of Recommendations
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Governor Laura Kelly today announced that her Commission on Racial Equity and Justice has released their final report, including recommendations to various levels of government on ways to improve racial equity in economic systems, education, and healthcare.
Kansas Department of Revenue Saves Kansans Time, Improves Customer Service
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Kansas Revenue Department focuses on efficiency, customer service
Year in Review: Kelly Administration Delivers Results for Kansas Families
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As 2021 ends, the Kelly Administration highlights promises made and kept over the last year despite the challenges.
Business Still Booming in Kansas
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Southeast Kansas businesses experience growth unseen since pre-pandemic
