Press Releases

Today Governor Laura Kelly announced that the Court of Appeals Nominating Committee selected Steve Obermeier of Olathe as the additional finalist for the vacancy created by the retirement of Court of Appeals Judge Patrick D. McAnany. Obermeier is an Assistant...

The following message is from Governor Laura Kelly regarding House Bill 2209: House Bill 2209 makes sweeping changes to healthcare policy in Kansas. After long and careful deliberation – including in-depth discussions with both opponents and proponents --...

The Consensus Revenue Estimating group met today to revise revenue estimates for the coming years. They revised revenue estimates up slightly in this fiscal year, FY 2020 and FY 2021 by a total of $14.9 million. The revisions include the impact of...

Aligns state requirements with federal Family First Prevention Services ActGovernor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2103 today, injecting millions into Kansas programs that strengthen vulnerable children and families. This bill amends the revised Kansas Code...

Provides for confidential communications for members participating in peer support programsEncouraging Kansas National Guard members to participate in peer counseling sessions, Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2365 in an official signing ceremony...

Applauds coalition of local officials for spearheading the legislationIn an effort to expand and improve voting opportunities in Kansas, Governor Laura Kelly signed House Substitute for Senate Bill 130 yesterday afternoon, amending the law concerning...