Kansas, Kelly
Opinion
Are Gov. Laura Kelly's rising approval numbers because of her frequent use of veto powers?
Gov. Laura Kelly's approval ratings have gone up in her second term, despite her frequent use of her veto powers.
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly prevails in tax cut showdown as veto override fails by one vote
Supporters of a wide-ranging tax cut package failed to override Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto after Sen. Dennis Pyle, who originally voted in favor of the bill, voted against the override.
Laura Kelly vetoes $1.5 billion in tax cuts for Kansans, calling it 'too expensive'
Calling it too expensive, Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed a bipartisan tax cut package worth $1.5 billion over three years. Will lawmakers override the veto?
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes income tax cuts over cost, risking bipartisan backlash
We must be mindful of the fiscal mistakes of the previous administration and ensure we can provide tax relief while continuing the progress we have made as a state,” Gov. Laura Kelly said.
Kansas lawmakers end session, but Laura Kelly vows to veto tax cuts and call special session
With bipartisan support, Kansas lawmakers passed a new tax cut plan on the last day of session. But Gov. Laura Kelly is promising to veto it.
Kelly to call special session after Kansas lawmakers adjourn without tax cuts she’ll sign
Gov. Laura Kelly has voiced concerns with the cost of the Legislature’s recent tax plans, which she warns would threaten the state’s financial health.
GOP-supported changes to Kansas elections vetoed by Gov. Laura Kelly, struggle to pass
I will continue to oppose efforts that place obstacles between voters casting their ballots and making their voices heard,” Gov. Laura Kelly said.
Kansas Legislature adopts $2.3 billion, 5-year tax cut despite bipartisan forecast of veto
There is a bipartisan sense in Kansas Legislature that Gov. Laura Kelly will veto new tax cut package, which would prompt calls for a special session. The post Kansas Legislature adopts $2.3 billion,
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Gov. Laura Kelly orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Sunday
Gov, Laura Kelly has directed flags across Kansas to be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown Sunday in recognition of ...
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly radiates rock star charisma. Our sluggish Legislature can’t keep up.
I lived and worked for a decade in New Hampshire, watching aspiring presidential candidates make their pitches to everyday ...
Will Laura Kelly send Kansas National Guard to Texas after lawmakers overrode $15.7M veto?
By overriding a veto, Republican lawmakers have set aside $15.7 million to send the Kansas National Guard to Texas. But will ...
The Topeka Capital-Journal10d
Laura Kelly has vetoed 16 bills so far in 2024. How does that compare to past years?
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly has vetoed 16 bills so far this session, setting the Legislature up for a busy veto session. Kelly vetoed several bills ahead of veto session, which started Thursday ...
Gov. Laura Kelly makes last pitch for Medicaid expansion in visit to Emporia main street businesses
Kaila Mock says Medicaid expansion would help small business owners like her, the people she employs at Trox Gallery and the ...
Lawrence Journal-World10d
Gov. Laura Kelly vetoes bill barring local governments from banning plastic bags
The City of Lawrence’s standing as the first city in Kansas to ban single-use plastic bags isn’t likely to change after Gov.
Great Bend Tribune2d
Kelly: Total tax collections for April nearly 8.0% above estimate
Governor Laura Kelly announced that total tax collections for April were $1.42 billion. That is $101 million, or 7.7%, more than the monthly estimate. Total tax collections are up 9.6% from April 2023 ...
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Kansas Legislators’ Attempt to Override Governor’s Veto of Gender-Affirming Care Ban Falls Short
The failure to override Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly‘s veto of a bill banning gender-affirming care for minors in Kansas marks ...