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Kansan to Kansan Newsletter: An Update from Governor Laura Kelly – December 28, 2020

Jan 3, 2021

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WEEK OF DECEMBER 28, 2020

Year in Review: Despite Pandemic, Kelly Administration Reaches Historic Accomplishments

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“As we enter 2021, it’s important that we do not let the events of the last year be exclusively defined by hardship,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Due to good public policymaking and fiscally responsible decisions my administration has made from day one, our state has been able to weather the worst of COVID and protect the foundation that will keep Kansas on the path forward.”

Governor Kelly Receives Initial Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine

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“Today, following the Kansas Division of Emergency Management Continuity of Operations Plan, I received my first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. I want to assure Kansans that the process was quick and easy. I have complete confidence in the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine. I urge everyone, when it’s your turn, get yourself vaccinated.”

Press:

  • Gov. Laura Kelly received the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday
    KSNT
  • Kansas governor gets COVID-19 vaccine; more state employees to get vaccine priority
    Topeka Capital-Journal
  • Governor gets COVID-19 vaccine as more doses arrive in Kansas
    Kansas Reflector

Governor Kelly Announces First Statewide Housing Needs Assessment in 27 Years

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“A shortage of quality, affordable housing is one of our state’s biggest barriers to growth and development, particularly in our rural communities. This statewide housing assessment will provide us with a starting point on how we can positively affect communities’ abilities to grow and provide the quality of life that every Kansan deserves regardless of their zip code.”

Press:

  • Kansas hires firm to conduct statewide housing assessment
    WIBW
  • Kansas launches first statewide housing study in 27 years
    Kansas Reflector
  • Gov. Kelly Announces Statewide Housing Needs Assessment
    KFDI

Governor Laura Kelly Announces Low-Income Energy Assistance Program to Begin, Help Heat Kansas Homes

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“During the cold winter months, it is important that all Kansans have access to the resources they need to heat their homes and ensure their families can stay safe and healthy. I encourage all those who qualify to apply for this program. My administration is committed to protecting Kansas families now, throughout the pandemic, and into the future.”

Press:

  • Governor announces Low-Income Energy Assistance Program to heat Kansas homes
    KSNW
  • Evergy reminds customers of home heating help
    KSHB
  • LIEAP accepting applications for heat assistance
    Hiawatha World

Governor Laura Kelly Issues Executive Order Waiving Waiting Week for Unemployment Benefits

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“Kansans who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 cannot afford to wait a week to receive the unemployment benefits they need to make rent payments or feed their families. This executive order will be crucial in our state’s ongoing response to the pandemic and to ensuring unemployed Kansans can access their benefits as soon as possible.”

Press:

  • Gov. Kelly issues Executive Order waiving waiting week for unemployment benefits
    WIBW
  • Gov. Kelly waives one-week waiting period for receiving unemployment benefits
    The Kansas City Star
  • Kansas governor issues order waiving waiting week for unemployment benefits
    KWCH

ICYMI

  • KDHE debuts new mobile COVID-19 testing sites
    KSNW
  • David Toland makes sense as new lieutenant governor for Kansas
    Topeka Capital-Journal
  • First Gentleman comes out of retirement to help as doctor, gets vaccine Tuesday
    KSNT
  • Deals, quips and Wally Ballou. Pat Roberts exits Capitol Hill after a half-century
    The Kansas City Star
  • How an academic experiment evolved into an historic 44-year Kansas political odyssey
    Kansas Reflector
  • Kelly wants to transform part of Kansas’ largest prison for substance abuse treatment
    The Kansas City Star
  • The second annual Kwanzaa celebration heads to the Capitol
    WIBW

  • Applicants for Court of Appeals vacancy announced by Nominating Commission, Gov. Kelly
    WIBW
  • Kansas nursing home residents begin getting vaccinated for COVID-19
    KWCH

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