Politics
Legislators send gun bills to Brownback
Kansas legislators have sent Gov. Sam Brownback bills that would let people carry concealed firearms into more public buildings and prevent federal agents from confiscating weapons made in the state.
'At fertilization' wording causes disagreement in Kansas anti-abortion bill
Abortion rights advocates in Kansas are worried that the legislature's approval of a declaration that life begins "at fertilization" will inspire new attempts to prevent the procedure.
Lawmakers approve partial merger of Turnpike, KDOT
Lawmakers have approved a partial merger of the Kansas Turnpike Authority and the Kansas Department of Transportation.
Senate approves bill including capitol drinking
Senators have approved a bill that would make changes to Kansas liquor laws, including granting authority to legislative leaders to allow alcohol at approved Statehouse functions.
Kansas proposal for $1.5 billion in pension bonds advances
A Kansas Senate committee has approved a bill authorizing $1.5 billion in bonds to bolster the short-term financial health of the state pension system for teachers and government workers.
Lawmakers plan votes on anti-abortion bill
Kansas legislators are preparing for final votes on a sweeping anti-abortion bill that blocks tax breaks for providers and outlaws abortions solely because of the baby's sex.
KU Law professor weighs in on abortion bill
Thursday the Kansas Senate debated the future of a large anti-abortion bill- that blocks tax breaks from abortion providers and outlaws the medical procedure if its based off a baby's gender.
Lawmakers to vote on big anti-abortion bill
Kansas legislators are preparing for final votes on a sweeping anti-abortion bill that could send it to Gov. Sam Brownback.
Lawmakers send reduced boat taxes cut to governor
A bill that would reduce property taxes on boats and other watercraft is on its way to Gov. Sam Brownback.
Senate passes bill legalizing switchblades
The Kansas Senate has passed a bill making it legal to own switchblade knives and stilettos.