Topeka ? 54 days – The state Supreme Court has given lawmakers until April 12 to produce a

constitutional school finance plan.

TODAY’s SCHEDULE

9 a.m.: House Commerce and Labor, hearing on House Bill 2312 prohibiting deceptive practices in advertising certain live musical performances.

The House has given preliminary approval of a business-backed bill that would make it easier for employers to deny workers’ compensation benefits if an injured worker was impaired by alcohol or drugs.

• A panel of state and industry officials was formed to look into natural gas contamination problems in southwest Kansas. Senate President Steve Morris, R-Hugoton, said the group is seeking a resolution as soon as possible.

Quote of the day

“I have my hands full right now with the Legislature and just don’t have time to think about the future beyond the next 60 days.” — House Speaker Doug Mays, R-Topeka, on whether he plans to run for governor

TODAY’s SCHEDULE

9 a.m.: House Commerce and Labor, hearing on House Bill 2312 prohibiting deceptive practices in advertising certain live musical performances.