Press Releases

Governor Kelly Celebrates Juneteenth at the Statehouse ~~2024 Marks First Year as a State Holiday~~ TOPEKA — Governor Laura Kelly joined the Kansas African American Affairs Commission today to celebrate Juneteenth at the Statehouse. This marks the first year...

Kansas Nonprofits Receive More than $4M in Community Service Program Tax Credits TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that $4.1 million in Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits have been awarded to support the fundraising efforts of 26 nonprofit...

Governor Kelly Issues Special Session Proclamation TOPEKA — Today, Governor Laura Kelly issued the formal proclamation declaring that the Kansas Legislature reconvene for a special session next week to pass responsible, sustainable tax relief for all Kansans.  “When...

Kansas Earns Gold Shovel Award for Fourth Consecutive Year TOPEKA — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that Kansas has garnered Area Development magazine’s coveted Gold Shovel Award for the fourth year in a row. The latest accolade—without precedent in state...

Governor Kelly Announces Staff Change TOPEKA— Governor Laura Kelly today announced the promotion of Grace Hoge to Press Secretary. Hoge has been serving in the Kelly Administration as Communications Coordinator for the past 10 months. “Throughout her time in my...

Governor Kelly Announces 12 Rural Communities and Organizations to Receive Funding for Mural and Public Art Projects TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that 12 communities and organizations will receive a combined $78,800 to allow 20 new murals and public...