Tag: State Budget

Governor Laura Kelly vetoed Senate Bill 14, which proposed a continuous state budget if the Legislature failed to pass one, stating that past Legislatures succeeded even amid crises. She also vetoed Senate Bill 5, restricting federal election funds. Kelly allowed three bills to pass without signature, citing concerns over election integrity and legislative power.

Governor Laura Kelly's proposed Kansas budget includes a 2.5% pay raise for state employees, Medicaid expansion for 150,000 lower-income residents, and full funding for K-12 education. The budget also allocates funds for water resource programs and childcare capacity. It maintains fiscal stability despite potential Republican-led tax reductions and budget cuts.