Tag: Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach

Proposed Bill Would Require Kansas Governor To Submit Personal Food Assistance Data To Feds

A Kansas legislative hearing discussed Senate Bill 428, which mandates the Department for Children and Families to provide personal data to federal agencies within 90 days. Attorney General Kris Kobach argues for data sharing to prevent fraud, while Governor Laura Kelly's administration cites legal concerns about privacy violations. There's ongoing tension regarding compliance and the potential impact on food assistance programs.

KBI conducts statewide marijuana enforcement operation

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) launched a statewide operation to seize illegal vaping and cannabis products from shops and dispensaries. Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach emphasized the dangers these substances pose to children and the community. Seizures included THC products, weapons, and cash, with potential criminal charges to follow.

Rivals launch fight over Kansas constitutional amendment to elect Supreme Court justices

Debate is intensifying in Kansas over a constitutional amendment proposing direct elections for Supreme Court justices, set for a vote in August 2026. Proponents argue for public involvement, while opponents cite concerns about judicial independence and influence from special interests, emphasizing the merits of the current selection process.

AG Kris Kobach and KBI recognize AMBER Alert Awareness Day

TOPEKA – Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and KBI Director Tony Mattivi wish to remind Kansans that their assistance during...

KS joins coalition of state attorney generals in condemning Hamas attacks on Israel

TOPEKA– Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach today joined attorneys general from Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky,...

Consumer Alert: Storm damage could attract illegal contractors

TOPEKA – (July 19, 2023) – Kansas Attorney General Kris W. Kobach’s office is urging residents in areas damaged...

AG Kobach co-leads multistate coalition educating companies about racially discriminatory employment practices

TOPEKA – (July 13, 2023) – Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti led a...

Kansas Attorney General Kobach Issues Formal Opinion on Women’s Bill of Rights

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach today announced a formal opinion that provides guidance on the Women’s Bill of Rights,...

Kobach honors recipients of 2023 Crime Victims Service Awards

TOPEKA – (June 9, 2023) – Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach today presented four awards honoring outstanding service to...

Kansas Attorney General Kobach Challenges California Truck Ban

TOPEKA--(June 7, 2023) Today, Attorney General Kris Kobach joined a coalition of 19 states challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s...

Fort Scott man sentenced on sex crimes

MOUND CITY – (April 19, 2023) – Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach said a Fort Scott man has been...

California man sentenced for attempted second-degree murder

KINGMAN – (April 19, 2023) – A California man has been sentenced to serve more than 20 years for...