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Kansan to Kansan: An Update from Governor Kelly – February 12, 2021

Feb 20, 2021

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WEEK OF FEBRUARY 12, 2021

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Governor Kelly Announces Back to School Plan for K-12 Schools

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“My administration’s “Back to School” plan is the first step to safely reopen classrooms statewide. By prioritizing vaccinations for educators and providing free rapid testing supplies, we will support our schools and teachers as they educate our next generation of Kansas’ leaders.”

Press:

  • Gov. Laura Kelly announces back-to-school COVID-19 vaccination plan for Kansas
    Topeka Capital-Journal
  • Kansas sending extra vaccine doses for teachers, staff to help reopen school
    KC Star
  • Gov. Kelly implements new K-12 vaccination plan
    KWCH

Governor Laura Kelly Announces Steps to Reduce Vaccine Data Lag

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“We want Kansans to have confidence that we are vaccinating at-risk Kansans as quickly as possible, and despite data lags, health care providers are administering all doses of vaccine to those who need them most. To fix these issues, we are working with local health departments and providers to urgently address the problem. The new processes we are implementing will allow us to spend more time and energy on getting vaccines in Kansans’ arms.”

Press:

  • Kansas governor announces steps to reduce vaccine data lag
    KWCH
  • Kansas to take steps to reduce vaccination data lag
    WIBW

Governor Laura Kelly Announces $13.5 million in Transportation Grants To Fund 18 Projects Statewide

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“The projects we announced today will help our communities make the kinds of improvements that will ensure that Kansas remains the best state in the nation to work, live, and raise a family. These are projects that make it safer for children to walk and bike to school, they will add sidewalks for Kansans to walk, bike or use a wheelchair, and they continue to build on our efforts to improve access to our state’s many outdoor recreational opportunities.”

Press:

  • Salina project included in $13.5M funding for transportation alternative
    Salina Post

Governor Kelly Announces $200 Million In Statewide Rental Assistance

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“COVID-19 has created unprecedented challenges for Kansans, and it is more important than ever to keep our families safe in their homes. The $200 million funding for rental assistance will go a long way to prevent evictions and homelessness, and ensure Kansans can stay sheltered and secure while we continue to fight this virus.”

Press:

  • Pandemic assistance: Governor announces $200M for renters
    Salina Post
  • $200 Million In Statewide Rental Assistance Becomes Available
    KSCB

Governor Laura Kelly Announces KDADS Offering Youth Behavior Education Training to Communities

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“Ensuring Kansans in communities across the state have access to quality mental and behavioral health services has been a top priority of my administration since day one – but the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the level of stress borne by students, families, and workers in Kansas, making programs like these more important than ever. I appreciate KDADS and Paxis for pursuing this innovative partnership and leveraging SAMHSA funding in a way that will give Kansas kids the tools they need to navigate their unique challenges now and into the future.”

Press:

  • KDADS to offer youth behavioral education training
    WIBW 

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  • Finally: Back-to-school time is within sight in Kansas. But there are some big ifs
    KC Star Editorial Board
  • Biden, Gov. Kelly discuss response to historic winter weather
    Hays Post
  • Kansas is required to meet prisoners’ health needs — including the COVID vaccine
    Wichita Eagle Editorial
  • Governor Laura Kelly announces ACA Marketplace reopens for Kansans to enroll in health insurance for 2021
    Great Bend Tribune
  • Gov. Laura Kelly issues State of Disaster Emergency due to wind chill warnings, stress on utility providers
    KSNT

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