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Governor announces appointment to Kansas Water Authority
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Jeremiah Hobbs, La Crosse, to the Kansas Water Authority. “Jeremiah has a long history of experience with water-related issues in our state,” Kelly said. “We are excited to have him join our team. I know he will offer great...
Governor appoints two members to the Citizens Utility Ratepayers Board
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Mary Treaster and Melody McCray-Miller to the Citizens Utility Ratepayers Board“Mary and Melody are both dedicated to providing Kansans with opportunities to thrive in their communities, and I know they will work hard to make...
Governor appoints three members to Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Emerick Cross, Lauren Queal Sill, and Warren Gfeller to the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission. “The conservation of our wildlife and natural resources is critical for the future of our state,” Kelly said. “Emerick,...
Governor announces appointment to Council of State Governments Midwest Radioactive Materials Transportation Committee
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Dr. Swapan Saha, Lenexa, to the Council of State Governments Midwest Radioactive Materials Transportation Committee. “Ensuring the safe transport of hazardous materials is important for all travelers in the Midwest,” Kelly...
Governor appoints Tyler Smith to Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Dr. Tyler Smith, Lenexa, to the Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund. “The wellbeing of children and their families is incredibly important to my administration. We want all young Kansans to have the opportunities they need to...
Governor Kelly meets with Tyson officials, local leaders in Finney County following Tyson plant fire
The following remarks are from Governor Kelly’s visit to Finney County on August 14, after a fire occurred at the Tyson plant on Friday, August 9:Hello, everyone. I appreciate your taking the time to be here today.First, I want to thank everyone for their...
Governors Kelly, Parson attend Governors’ Summit celebrating the end of the Kansas-Missouri border war
The following remarks are from Governor Laura Kelly, delivered today at the Governors’ Summit announcing the end of the economic development border war:It’s good to be here today with all of you as Governor Parson and I sign a truce to end the...
Governor appoints Rachel L. Pickering to 3rd Judicial District Court
Today Governor Laura Kelly appointed Rachel L. Pickering, to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Mark Braun.“Rachel is a talented and committed public servant, and I am confident she will serve Shawnee County and the state well,” Kelly...
Governor appoints Phyllis K. Webster to fill magistrate judge vacancy in the 13th Judicial District
Yesterday Governor Laura Kelly appointed Phyllis K. Webster, an Assistant Butler County Attorney, to fill the term of retiring Magistrate Judge Ross McIlvain.“Phyllis has extensive experience with a wide variety of legal issues,” Kelly said. “I know she...
Governor appoints two members to Humanities Kansas
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Brad Allen and Lisa Sisley to Humanities Kansas, which was formerly named the Kansas Humanities Council.“The Humanities Kansas board is dedicated to ensuring that people across our state have access to programs to help enrich...
Governor appoints two members to the Kansas Board of Mortuary Arts
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Amy Elliott and reappointed Barry Bedene to the Kansas Board of Mortuary Arts. “Barry and Amy are dedicated individuals, and we are fortunate to have them on our mortuary board,” Kelly said. “I know they will work hard to...
Governor appoints four members to the Creative Arts Industries Commission
Governor Kelly appointed Aubrey Streit-Krug, Abby Killingsworth, Jamie Oliver and Brittany Novotny to the Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission.“The creative arts industry is a very important piece of our state’s history,” Kelly said. “In difficult...
Governor sends assistance in response to Tyson plant fire
Governor Laura Kelly sent assistance from her administration in response to a fire overnight that caused significant damage to the Tyson Fresh Meats plant in Holcomb.“Our agencies are prepared to coordinate support for Tyson and its workers as needed...
Governor announces end of Emergency Declaration at El Dorado Correctional Facility
The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) has notified the President of the Kansas Organization of State Employees (KOSE), Sarah LaFrenz, that improvements in staffing levels at the El Dorado Correctional Facility will allow the Department to return to...
Governor’s statement on the El Paso and Dayton Shooting
My thoughts go out to the people of El Paso and Dayton today. And, to everyone touched by these tragedies. Unfortunately, they are not alone. We have now seen our 251st mass shooting for the year. We have seen hundreds of communities ravaged by...
Governor orders flags lowered honoring the victims of El Paso and Dayton shootings
In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, and in coordination with the proclamation signed by President Donald Trump, Governor Laura Kelly has ordered flags throughout the State of Kansas to be flown at half-staff starting immediately and ending at...
Executive Order NO. 19-09
Executive Order 19-09, Ending the Kansas-Missouri Border War
Governor signs executive order ending the Kansas-Missouri border war
Good morning. Thanks for being here. After years of tensions and negotiations between Kansas and our neighboring state Missouri, we’re finally able to announce the end of the so-called border war.I’m signing Executive Order 19-09, which directs the Kansas...
Governor urges support for USMCA Agreement
Governor Laura Kelly has urged Kansas’ congressional delegation to support the pending United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), due to its importance to Kansas trade and exports, and the state’s economy.“Kansas has always been – and always will be –...
Governor appoints two members to Kansas Criminal Justice Reform Commission
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Sylvia Penner and Adrion Roberson to the Kansas Criminal Justice Reform Commission.“Sylvia and Adrion have a proven track record of working hard in their communities,” Kelly said. “We have a lot of work to do. I know they are...
Governor appoints 28 individuals to Kansas Complete Count Committee
Governor Laura Kelly made 28 appointments to the Kansas Complete Count Committee created through Executive Order #19-07.The committee’s duty is to coordinate efforts to promote and advertise the 2020 Census. Committee members will coordinate responses to...
Governor’s statement on Chief Justice Nuss’ retirement
The following statement is from Governor Laura Kelly regarding today’s retirement announcement of Chief Justice Lawton Nuss: “From his beginnings as a Marine and then a young lawyer in Salina, to serving on our state’s highest court for the last 17 years...
Governor announces appointment to Midwestern Higher Education Compact
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Aaron Otto, Roeland Park, to the Midwestern Higher Education Compact."We are excited to have Aaron to represent Kansas in the Midwestern Higher Education Compact,” Kelly said. “Kansas has unique educational needs and deserves...
Governor appoints three members to the Capitol Preservation Committee
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Will Lawrence and Sharon Wenger, and reappointed Jennie Chinn to the Capitol Preservation Committee."I know the addition of Will and Sharon, and Jennie’s continued service on the Capitol Preservation Committee will guarantee...
Governor Reappoints member to State Board of Technical Professions
Governor Laura Kelly reappointed Carisa Lyn McMullen to the State Board of Technical Professions. "We need qualified individuals overseeing engineering, architecture, geology, land surveying and other practices that have a far-reaching impact on our...
Governor appoints three members to the Kansas State Fair Board
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Dylan Evans, Sarah Green, and Kathy Brazle to the Kansas State Fair board.“The Kansas state fair is an important part of Kansas’ story,” Kelly said. “It’s a cherished annual tradition, and Kansans deserve board members who...
Governor Requests Small Business Administration Disaster Declaration
Governor Laura Kelly sent a disaster declaration request to the Small Business Administration for damage caused by flooding occurring June 22 - July 6, 2019 in Marion County. Joint preliminary damage assessments were conducted between the State and SBA...
Governor’s Appointments Pass Senate Oversight Committee
The Kansas Senate Oversight Committee Monday approved Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Shawnee, to serve as Secretary of the Kansas Department of Administration and Herman Jones, Berryton, as Superintendent of the Kansas Highway Patrol, along with other...
Governor orders flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Associate Justice John Paul Stevens
In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, and following the proclamation of President Donald J. Trump, Governor Laura Kelly has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset Tuesday, July 23, in honor of John Paul Stevens, Associate...
Governor appoints Mark A. Simpson to fill district court vacancy in the 7th judicial district
Today Governor Laura Kelly appointed Mark A. Simpson, Lawrence, Kan., to fill the district court vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Paula Martin.“Mark is an incredibly talented and dedicated public servant, and I know he will serve Douglas County...
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