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A Republican-sponsored bill that would raise sales taxes in Kansas was defeated today in the Kansas House. Democrats and some conservative Republicans voted overwhelmingly against the measure, in a voice vote. In large part, Democrats opposed the regressive nature of the sales tax, which they say would hurt poor and middle-class families more than the … Continue reading “Bill to increase sales tax defeated”
George W. Haley, 89, a former state senator from Wyandotte County, and a former U.S. ambassador to the Gambia, died on May 13 in Silver Spring, Md. A contemporary of Martin Luther King Jr., Haley attended Morehouse College at the same time as the civil rights leader. Haley, a native of Henning, Tenn., faced challenges … Continue reading “Man of many ‘firsts,’ former Sen. George Haley, dies”
It is an honor to represent District 6 in the Kansas Senate. If I can be of service to you or anyone you know, please call my office at 785-296-7375, or email me at [email protected]. In this issue: • Legislature moving at a snail’s pace • Proposals to increase taxes • School finance update • … Continue reading “Legislative update from Sen. Pat Pettey, D-6th Dist.”