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Governor Laura Kelly today applauded the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on its announcement of a $127,400 award being presented to the Kansas Department of Commerce's International Division through SBA’s competitive State Trade Expansion Program...

Governor Laura Kelly today announced that six Kansas schools have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2020. This recognition is given to schools that meet certain criteria based on academic performance or...

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today honored the families and loved ones of service members who have lost their lives by attending the dedication of the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument at Olathe Veteran’s Memorial Park.At the unveiling, Governor Kelly...

~Funding for Programs to Reduce Crime and Improve Public Safety~TOPEKA—Governor Laura Kelly, on behalf of the Kansas Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (KCJCC), is pleased to announce the 2021 grant awards for the Federal Edward Byrne Memorial Justice...

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today signed Executive Order #20-66 as part of her administration’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic and her commitment to keeping Kansans healthy, and keeping Kansas open for business.E.O. #20-66 provides for the...

Governor Laura Kelly today appointed Joan Lowdon, Leavenworth Deputy County Attorney and a resident of Bonner Springs, Kansas, to the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Michael Gibbens. “Throughout her career and during the interview process, Joan...

Governor Laura Kelly, the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) worked throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure every eligible Kansan has a meaningful opportunity to get registered to...

Governor Laura Kelly announced that, in order to increase civic engagement among young people and boost statewide voter turnout, she has signed a proclamation declaring today, Tuesday, September 22, as National Voter Registration Day in...

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today appointments to Kansas state boards and commissions.Board of Examiners in OptometryThe purpose of the board is to administer and enforce the provisions of Kansas Optometry Law so that the highest quality of eye...

The State Finance Council (SFC) today unanimously approved a total of $290 million for the public health, essential needs and services, and business resiliency and workforce development programs previously recommended by the Executive Committee of the...

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced she has signed Executive Order #20-65, which extends temporary relief for motor carriers from certain rules and regulations allowing them to quickly deliver supplies necessary to assist Kansas in its COVID-19...

TOPEKA—Governor Laura Kelly today announced a new program that will assist Kansans who own historic properties in communities with populations under 30,000. The National Park Service has awarded the $500,000 Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant to the...

Governor Laura Kelly signed Executive Order #20-64, which will re-issue and extend several previous orders set to expire next week. The orders allow Kansas to continue effectively responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, keep Kansans safe and healthy, and make...

Governor Laura Kelly today sent members of the State Finance Council a letter illustrating the importance of renewing the current State of Disaster Emergency Declaration beyond September 15, and what is at stake for Kansas if they fail to act. Read the...

Governor Laura Kelly today delivered virtual testimony to the House Committee on Financial Services, advocating for support from the federal government to help states recover from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.Witnesses during the hearing,...

Governor Laura Kelly today announced that the Kansas Division of Emergency Management (KDEM) has launched a new Business PPE Stopgap program, which provides personal protective equipment (PPE) to businesses experiencing delays in purchased equipment....

Governor Laura Kelly today, after receiving her flu shot from a Walgreens representative, emphasized that because of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is now more important than ever for all Kansans to get a flu shot.“Increased flu-related visits to the hospital...

Governor Laura Kelly today announced her administration’s grant application for FEMA’s Lost Wages Assistance program (LWA) received federal approval and an award of $63 million to assist Kansans who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic.“I...

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today appointments to Kansas state boards and commissions.Appointment is subject to Senate confirmation*Kansas Advisory Group on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency PreventionThe Kansas Advisory Group on Juvenile...

Governor Laura Kelly today announced her strong push to land the new U.S. Space Command headquarters in Kansas. Four Kansas communities have submitted proposals to become home to the headquarters of the U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM), which is responsible...

Governor Laura Kelly today toured COMCARE of Sedgwick County Children’s Services to discuss how the pandemic has impacted COMCARE and other Community Mental Health Centers, and how her administration can help local partners increase access to mental health...

TOPEKA – In keeping with the Governor’s ongoing commitment to protecting the health and safety of all Kansans, Governor Laura Kelly announces that beginning Wednesday, September 9, the state will begin to release the names and locations of active outbreaks...

Governor Laura Kelly today appointed Jacquelyn E. Rokusek to the district court vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Sara Welch.“During the selection process, Jacquelyn’s knowledge and experience made her stand out as an exceptional candidate for...