January tax collections in Kansas exceed estimates

January total tax collections in Kansas have exceeded estimates, according to a news release from Gov. Laura Kelly. Total tax collections were $944.5 million in January, which was 14.5 percent more than the month estimate, according to the governor’s office. It was an 18.7 percent growth over January 2021. “Over the past three years my … Continue reading “January tax collections in Kansas exceed estimates”

Legislative update from Rep. Pam Curtis

Opinion column by Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist. The 2022 Legislative Session has started. Redistricting, Covid-19 relief, ending the sales tax on groceries, and cannabis reform are each on the agenda this session. Your opinion matters to me. If you haven’t already, please take a few moments to answer my 2022 Legislative Agenda. Your feedback … Continue reading “Legislative update from Rep. Pam Curtis”

Kansas bills eliminating food sales tax offer different approaches to addressing food insecurity

by Noah Taborda, Kansas Reflector Topeka — A pair of bills aimed at eliminating the food sales tax on food and groceries in Kansas will help reduce rising food insecurity and aid families in getting food on the table, supporters say. House Bill 2484 would exempt food and food ingredients, including products sold at restaurants, … Continue reading “Kansas bills eliminating food sales tax offer different approaches to addressing food insecurity”