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Kansas constitutional amendment saying there’s no right to abortion is headed to voters

The Kansas Legislature has approved a constitutional that voters will now decide on. It comes in response to a Kansas Supreme Court ruling and would declare the state constitution does not protect abortion rights. by Stephen Koranda, Kansas News Service Topeka, Kansas — Lawmakers sent voters a state constitutional amendment Thursday that anti-abortion forces say … Continue reading “Kansas constitutional amendment saying there’s no right to abortion is headed to voters”

Legislative update from Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist.

Opinion column by Rep. Pam Curtis Heading into week two we recognized the work and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 18. Each year he is honored for his devotion and sacrifice in the name of equality and for the Civil Rights movement. On Tuesday and Wednesday committees resumed as usual, … Continue reading “Legislative update from Rep. Pam Curtis, D-32nd Dist.”

Key workers to have priority in Phase 2 vaccine distribution in Wyandotte County

The Unified Government Health Department on Friday announced that its priority in Phase 2 vaccine distribution in Wyandotte County will be high-contact critical workers. Three groups were listed in Phase 2 on Thursday by the governor – those aged 65 and older; those in congregate settings; and high-contact critical workers. Because there isn’t enough vaccine … Continue reading “Key workers to have priority in Phase 2 vaccine distribution in Wyandotte County”