Press Releases

Governor Laura Kelly held a special ceremony today in recognition of Kansas servicemembers, veterans and their families.“I can think of no more sacred duty than to recognize and support those who have served and those who are actively defending our way of...

To expedite emergency relief and restoration efforts associated with recent flooding in Kansas and neighboring states, Governor Laura Kelly has issued an executive order temporarily exempting commercial motor carriers and operators from Parts 390 through...

The following statement is from Governor Laura Kelly regarding the passage of Medicaid expansion by the Kansas House of Representatives:“Today a bipartisan coalition in the Kansas House put politics aside and came together to pass Medicaid expansion. I’m...

In light of the information that has surfaced regarding Judge Jeffry Jack’s social media presence, Governor Laura Kelly is withdrawing his name from consideration for the Kansas Court of Appeals vacancy. Jack, at the request of Governor Kelly, submitted a...

Today Governor Laura Kelly nominated Judge Jeffry Jack to fill the vacancy created by retired Court of Appeals Judge Patrick McAnany. Judge Jack has been a district judge in Labette County in the Eleventh Judicial District since 2005.“I’m pleased and proud...

Following the closure Tuesday of Horton Community Hospital, Governor Laura Kelly extended assistance from her administration and highlighted the critical importance of community hospitals in rural Kansas.“I’m concerned for the community of Horton as they...