Topeka ? Lawmakers did a lot of talking but took no action on casinos, but they said gambling could become popular really fast if the Kansas Supreme Court rules against legislators in a school funding case.

• Republican leaders asked the Supreme Court to allow two legislators to answer questions and defend an education funding plan during a May 11 hearing.

Also:

House and Senate negotiators continued talks over the year’s last spending bill, which would add between $120 million and $150 million to the budget.

Clock is ticking:

Friday was the third day of the wrap-up and the 81st calendar day of the session, out of 90 scheduled.