Governor outlines tax policy plan

Gov. Sam Brownback on Saturday outlined a tax policy that would raise cigarette taxes by 50 cents; increase the state sales tax to 6.65 percent; eliminate some itemized deductions; eliminate income taxes for more than 300,000 low-income Kansans; and continue rate reduction on income taxes. According to a news release from the governor’s office, his … Continue reading “Governor outlines tax policy plan”

Former candidate for governor leads KanCare-related lawsuit

Paul Davis’ firm seeks Kansas, Missouri plaintiffs involved in Anthem data breach by Andy Marso, KHI News Service Paul Davis, a Lawrence attorney and former Democratic state representative who ran unsuccessfully for governor last year, is leading a class action lawsuit against one of the three health insurance companies that administer Kansas Medicaid. Davis’ firm, … Continue reading “Former candidate for governor leads KanCare-related lawsuit”

Governor supports jobs program for SNAP recipients

Brownback suggests federal government should change food stamps program to block grants by Dave Ranney, KHI News Service Topeka — Gov. Sam Brownback announced Monday his administration’s acceptance of a federal grant aimed at helping food stamp recipients find jobs and exit the program. “Jobs are one of the key ways people can get themselves … Continue reading “Governor supports jobs program for SNAP recipients”