Governor Kelly reappointed Pete Meitzner and Chris Herrick to the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission.The commission brings together state leaders from across the region to advocate for passenger rail improvements and to promote, coordinate and support...
Governor Laura Kelly’s call for a bipartisan, Kansas-specific plan to expand Medicaid coverage took an important step forward Monday with the first meeting of the Governor’s Council on Medicaid Expansion.“Many Kansans struggle to cover the costs of basic...
Six schools in Kansas were named Thursday as National Blue Ribbon Schools for excellence in academia. The Blue Ribbon distinction is considered one of the more prestigious education awards in the nation.“I’m proud of these schools for receiving an award that reflects...
Governor Laura Kelly today lauded the successful start of a bipartisan, in-depth study of the state’s tax system.The Governor’s Council on Tax Reform, which will make specific statutory recommendations to state lawmakers, met for the first time Tuesday and Wednesday...
As state and federal authorities work to understand and address the recent public health crisis regarding e-cigarettes, Governor Kelly wants Kansans to know the state is committed to combating this health issue.“Today, I am saddened to announce the death of a second...
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Kathy Greenlee, Lenexa, to the Attorney General’s Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Prevention Council.The council gives advice and makes recommendations to the attorney general and to the Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation Unit. It will take...
