Politics
Kansas bill would make police get warrant to for GPS use
A bill before a Kansas Senate committee would require police to obtain a warrant before attaching a GPS to a suspect's vehicle.
Kansas lawmakers eye college savings plan for poor
A House committee is considering a proposal to eliminate a program that helps poor Kansans save money for college.
Bob Byers
Bob Byers
House panel approves big anti-abortion bill
A Kansas House committee has approved a sweeping anti-abortion bill that prevents groups providing abortion services from being involved in the state's public schools.
Sen. Moran backs Sen. Paul's filibuster of CIA nominee
A Republican critic of the Obama administration's drone policy mounted a lengthy filibuster Wednesday to block Senate confirmation of John Brennan to take over as director of the CIA.
Kansas House panel endorses concealed carry bill
A Kansas House committee has endorsed a bill expanding the number of public buildings where people with concealed-carry permits may bring firearms.
Kansas panel takes up teacher bargaining rights bill
Kansas legislators are returning from a four-day break to consider a bill that would narrow contract negotiations between teachers and public school districts.
Kansas considers modifying agriculture tax policy
Kansas officials are supporting a bill before the Legislature aimed at increasing investment in agriculture production, including more dairy and poultry operations.
Kansas lawmakers taking break but return Wednesday
Kansas legislators will reconvene Wednesday after a short break following an important milestone in the 2013 session.
Kansas House panel to consider child trafficking law
A Kansas House committee is preparing to take up legislation increasing the penalties for child sex trafficking and providing help for victims of human trafficking.