Tag: Governor Laura Kelly

Governor Laura Kelly announced $6.7 million in Broadband Acceleration Grants for five Internet Service Providers to expand high-speed internet in eight rural Kansas counties. This investment, matched by private funds, aims to connect over 1,068 underserved households and businesses, enhancing economic and educational opportunities across the state.

President Joe Biden has approved a federal disaster declaration for Kansas following severe storms that caused damage from June 26 to July 7, 2024. Governor Laura Kelly expressed gratitude, stating federal funds will support restoration efforts. The declaration enables funding for infrastructure repairs and activates the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program across the state.

Governor Laura Kelly announced the dates for the second round of local consult meetings to gather input on strategies for implementing the 2022 Kansas Water Plan. Kansans can join the meetings to provide feedback on investment scenarios, criteria, objectives, and revenue sources. The meetings will take place throughout September in various locations across Kansas.

Governor Laura Kelly and Senator Jerry Moran announced the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's decision not to regulate water rights in the Rattlesnake Creek Basin in 2025. They emphasized the collaboration between stakeholders to find sustainable solutions and secure the refuge's water needs while protecting the local economy. The plan involves various measures to restore streamflow to the refuge, ensuring long-term success.

Governor Laura Kelly announced $14.3 million for 58 airport improvement projects in Kansas, benefiting local economies and air ambulance accessibility. With local matching funds, the total project value exceeds $34 million. The projects focus on pavement preservation, safety, and infrastructure. These enhancements aimed at fostering growth and prosperity statewide.

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Early Childhood Transition Task Force will embark on a statewide community...

by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector February 8, 2023 TOPEKA — Sisters of Charity coordinator Rebecca Metz says legislation to do...

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — The U.S. Court of Appeals echoed a lower court by finding a Kansas...

TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced that State of Kansas offices will return to normal operations effective with the...

TOPEKA — Gov. Laura Kelly signed bipartisan legislation stretching over time consumers’ payment of exorbitant natural gas costs incurred...

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that through the Broadband Acceleration Grant Program, 14 broadband improvement projects totaling...

Topeka – The Governor of Kansas has declared March 15, 2021 as “Kansas American Legion Day.” As she presented the...