Tag: Tom Holland
Lawmakers add E-Verify to state budget
The Kansas Senate late Tuesday added a provision to the proposed state budget requiring state agencies and contractors to verify the eligibility of their...
Senate urges Kelly to reprioritize prisoners for vaccines
The Kansas Senate on Thursday rebuked Gov. Laura Kelly for putting prisoners in line for COVID-19 vaccines ahead of the general public, a move...
UPDATED: Senate passes property tax transparency bill
(Updated to include comments from Tyson, Doll, Holland)
The Kansas Senate on Thursday took another shot at passing a bill requiring more public disclosure when...
Francisco campaigning for minority leader
Veteran Democratic state Sen. Marci Francisco is entering the race to replace Anthony Hensley as the top Democrat in the Kansas Senate.
Francisco, who represents...
Sykes seeking Senate minority leader post
Democratic state Sen. Dinah Sykes is seeking to replace longtime state Sen. Anthony Hensley as the party's leader in the Senate.
In an email sent...
Sunday Reader: Kenny Rogers’ influence in Kansas Senate race
Good morning everyone:
The news picked up again last week with a couple of close primary races decided and a major decision by the Kansas...
Third Democratic candidate emerges in House District 10
A new candidate has emerged in the Democratic primary for House District 10, creating a three-way race to replace Eileen Horn in the Legislature.
Christina...
Sunday Reader: Rebuilding Eco Devo; Homelessness rises
Good morning everyone, and happy holidays.
This will be our last Sunday roundup for the year.
We know this is one of the most read items...
Senate narrowly passes tax cuts; Speaker optimistic it will pass in...
The Senate early Friday approved a bill preserving Kansans ability to itemize on their state taxes and returns a revenue bonanza the state expects...
Committee considers last-minute STAR bond restriction
A House-Senate conference committee is considering a last-minute proposal that would place a new restriction on a major tax break used to attract tourism.
Democratic...
