Cities, counties urge governor to veto government competition bill

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Kansas cities and counties are asking Gov. Laura Kelly to veto a bill that would require them to rebate property taxes if they compete against certain businesses such as fitness centers, day care facilities and restaurants.

The League of Kansas Municipalities and the Kansas Association of Counties sent letters to Kelly this week asking her to veto the bill, which includes a child and dependent care tax credit that the governor supports.

The government competition provision, an issue that's been bubbling in the Legislature for years, also was packaged with an expanded property tax refund for seniors and property . . .

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