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LJWorld.com's roundup of online news about Kansas government
LJWorld.com's roundup blog of online news about Kansas government.

June 29, 2009

Last week, I asked readers to submit suggestions on how the state could save money or be run more efficiently in light of the massive drop in tax collections that has forced cutbacks in most areas of state government.

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March 26, 2009

There are two polls taking the pulse of Kansans on the issue of whether to build two 700-megawatt coal-burning power plants in southwest Kansas.

March 20, 2009

Odds and ends from the Capitol this week

March 12, 2009

Business holds upper hand in battle with labor over benefits for injured workers

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March 5, 2009

A decision to provide extra Medicaid to a nonprofit organization with a well-connected board has raised questions.

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February 18, 2009

Sebelius, Republican leaders meet, approve $225 million in certificates of indebtedness to finance state operations through April.

February 6, 2009

GOP legislative leaders said it may be better for budget negotiations if Sebelius were to take a job in Obama's Cabinet.

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February 3, 2009

With departure of Daschle as secretary of health and human services nominee, reports mention Kansas governor as possible pick by Obama

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January 30, 2009

State revenue figures continue to decrease; Neufeld faces confirmation; Jenkins omits mention of Obama; and new study looks at Lawrence's smoke-free ordinance

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January 29, 2009

Illlinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, who is facing an impeachment trial over allegations he was involved in a massive pay-to-play scheme, mentioned that Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius should also be impeached.

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January 12, 2009

Demonstrators turn out to protest waiting list for home- and community-based care.

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January 12, 2009

As lawmakers gather for the 2009 legislative session, lobbyists hold numerous receptions

January 7, 2009

Douglas County Judge Fairchild is one of three being considered to fill post

January 6, 2009

New media campaign will focus on getting services to nearly 4,000 Kansans

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January 6, 2009

Lack of casino activity forces pink slips and reduction in hours, official says.

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January 5, 2009

Senator files paperwork to start the campaign

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January 5, 2009

Governor says she stands by decision to stay in Kansas; not interested in new opening

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December 17, 2008

Politics, economy and environment top the Statehouse agenda

December 16, 2008

New House Minority Leader Paul Davis, D-Lawrence, hires school board president

December 15, 2008

Kansas members of the National Federation of Independent Business reject the notion of a tax increase to help the budget shortfall, and in meeting of Kansas electors, McCain wins as expected.

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