Press Releases

Governor Kelly Appoints Sarah E. Stewart to Judgeship in Sixth Judicial DistrictTOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today appointed Sarah E. Stewart of Spring Hill, Kansas, to a judgeship position in the Sixth Judicial District. The position was created through...

Governor Kelly Invites Public Input on Broadband Infrastructure PlanTOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal Volume 1 is available for public viewing and comment. The BEAD 5-Year...

Governor Kelly Announces July Total Tax Receipts $13.9M More than EstimateTOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that total tax collections for July 2023 were $681.0 million. That is $13.9 million, or 2.1%, more than the estimate. Total tax...

Kansas to Develop Strategy to Expand Apprenticeships for YouthsTOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Kansas has been selected to participate in the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center) Policy Academy to Advance...

ICYMI: Lehigh Portland State Park: A Win for Kansas and IolaKEY QUOTE: "There’s no doubt, this park will boost the local economy and create yet another space for Kansas families and visitors to spend time together in nature," Governor Kelly said.Kelly:...

Governor Kelly Announces Nearly $7.9M in Community Development GrantsTOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that 24 communities in rural counties throughout the state will receive a share of nearly $7.9 million in federal grants to assist with...