kcur.org https://static.feedpress.it/logo/shbkansas-5b7c1b651c865.png News & Politics nonadult KCUR Studios KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://feedpress.me/SHBKansas KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview Statehouse Blend is one-part profile and one-part insider look at the Kansas Legislature. Each week, host Sam Zeff welcomes a state representative or senator to the podcast to talk policy and politics, as well as their personal life. We also invite a citizen voice and journalist to round out the conversation over good coffee and donuts. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/statehouse-blend-kansas/id975664201?mt=2 kcur.org From its bloody free-state beginnings to present-day, red-state conservatism, we ask: How did Kansas get here? My Fellow Kansans explores one of the most pivotal chapters in the state’s history — its hard turn to the right over the past three decades. A turn driven by abortion and other culture-war wedge issues, and by politicians skilled in exploiting them. Join us every week from September through the election as we examine the forces and consequences of Kansas politics, the history behind it and the likelihood of another course-changing election in November. If you’re already subscribed to Statehouse Blend Kansas, stick around – we think you’ll enjoy My Fellow Kansans from the Kansas News Service. en Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:02:35 +0000 NPR Digital Services RSS Generator 0.94 KCUR Studios KCUR Studios sam@kcur.org Statehouse Blend is one-part profile and one-part insider look at the Kansas Legislature. Each week, host Sam Zeff welcomes a state representative or senator to the podcast to talk policy and politics, as well as their personal life. We also invite a citizen voice and journalist to round out the conversation over good coffee and donuts. no From its bloody free-state beginnings to present-day, red-state conservatism, we ask: How did Kansas get here? My Fellow Kansans explores one of the most pivotal chapters in the state’s history — its hard turn to the right over the past three decades. A turn driven by abortion and other culture-war wedge issues, and by politicians skilled in exploiting them. Join us every week from September through the election as we examine the forces and consequences of Kansas politics, the history behind it and the likelihood of another course-changing election in November. If you’re already subscribed to Statehouse Blend Kansas, stick around – we think you’ll enjoy My Fellow Kansans from the Kansas News Service. no sam@kcur.org KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/10089845 From its bloody free-state beginnings to present-day, red-state conservatism, we ask: How did Kansas get here? My Fellow Kansans explores one of the most pivotal chapters in the state’s history — its hard turn to the right over the past three decades. A From its bloody free-state beginnings to present-day, red-state conservatism, we ask: How did Kansas get here? My Fellow Kansans explores one of the most pivotal chapters in the state’s history — its hard turn to the right over the past three decades. A turn driven by abortion and other culture-war wedge issues, and by politicians skilled in exploiting them. Join us every week from September through the election. If you’re already subscribed to Statehouse Blend Kansas, stick around – we think you’ll enjoy My Fellow Kansans from the Kansas News Service.]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 124744 as http://www.kcur.org Tue, 21 Aug 2018 13:46:02 +0000 KCUR Studios 120 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724353 Kansas lawmakers have ended their 2018 legislative session. School spending, guns, and taxes were at the center of big debates this year. This week we discuss what passed, and what didn't. Kansas lawmakers have ended their 2018 legislative session. School spending, guns, and taxes were at the center of big debates this year. This week we discuss what passed, and what didn't.]]> amy@kcur.org (Amy Jeffries) 120579 as http://www.kcur.org Mon, 07 May 2018 17:28:12 +0000 KCUR Studios 835 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724354 It's the end of the line for Kansas lawmakers. The curtain comes down on the 2018 legislative session Friday — maybe before. We'll talk about the fate of the big tax-cut bill we discussed last week and the school funding plan. Plus, what is the "Truth It's the end of the line for Kansas lawmakers. The curtain comes down on the 2018 legislative session Friday — maybe before. We'll talk about the fate of the big tax-cut bill we discussed last week and the school funding plan. Plus, what is the "Truth Caucus" and what are their plans for 2018? Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; What Have You Done by Lee Rosevere; Rally , Balti , Heliotrope , Cat's Eye by Blue Dot Sessions]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 120382 as http://www.kcur.org Wed, 02 May 2018 17:05:32 +0000 KCUR Studios 1307 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724355 All the commotion around a school funding plan may have overshadowed the fact that Kansas lawmakers are also working on a controversial tax cut bill. Some say it simply returns a federal windfall to Kansas taxpayers. Others argue it’s unaffordable at a All the commotion around a school funding plan may have overshadowed the fact that Kansas lawmakers are also working on a controversial tax cut bill. Some say it simply returns a federal windfall to Kansas taxpayers. Others argue it’s unaffordable at a time when the state is still recovering from former Governor Sam Brownback’s 2012 tax cuts. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; As I Was Saying by Lee Rosevere; AM-Trans by Poddington Bear]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 120053 as http://www.kcur.org Wed, 25 Apr 2018 14:30:35 +0000 KCUR Studios 943 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724356 Lawmakers and Governor Jeff Colyer have written another chapter in the story of this ongoing debate by authorizing a $500 million increase in school funding over the next five years. But will that be enough to end the litigation? If not, are we headed for Lawmakers and Governor Jeff Colyer have written another chapter in the story of this ongoing debate by authorizing a $500 million increase in school funding over the next five years. But will that be enough to end the litigation? If not, are we headed for another showdown like the one that rocked the Statehouse in 2005? Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Sad Marimba by Lee Rosevere ; Cat's Eye , Cicle Vascule , Felt Lining , Manele , Tiny Putty , Are We Loose Yet by Blue Dot Sessions]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 119706 as http://www.kcur.org Tue, 17 Apr 2018 23:43:58 +0000 KCUR Studios 1552 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724357 After months and months of debate, it’s finally happened. The Kansas Legislature has passed a school funding plan. Now, the questions are whether lawmakers can fix a mistake in the plan and, once fixed, whether it increases funding enough to satisfy the After months and months of debate, it’s finally happened. The Kansas Legislature has passed a school funding plan. Now, the questions are whether lawmakers can fix a mistake in the plan and, once fixed, whether it increases funding enough to satisfy the Kansas Supreme Court. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Soothe , and Balti by Blue Dot Sessions. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 119401 as http://www.kcur.org Wed, 11 Apr 2018 18:17:44 +0000 KCUR Studios 1334 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724358 The clock is ticking for the Kansas Legislature to agree on a new school finance formula. One lawmaker in the middle of the debate says while progress is being made, it’s not happening fast enough. On this episode, the story of the legislature’s The clock is ticking for the Kansas Legislature to agree on a new school finance formula. One lawmaker in the middle of the debate says while progress is being made, it’s not happening fast enough. On this episode, the story of the legislature’s increasingly frantic efforts to meet the court’s end of the month deadline. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Balti , The Silver Hatch and Lemon and Melon by Blue Dot Sessions. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 119055 as http://www.kcur.org Wed, 04 Apr 2018 16:55:20 +0000 KCUR Studios 1173 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724359 Is this the right time for a new political party in Kansas? Can an independent candidate win the governor’s race? The coming election could give us answers to both questions. The viability of independent candidates and parties in this edition of Is this the right time for a new political party in Kansas? Can an independent candidate win the governor’s race? The coming election could give us answers to both questions. The viability of independent candidates and parties in this edition of Statehouse Blend Kansas. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Soothe , Balti and Thannoid by Blue Dot Sessions. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 118701 as http://www.kcur.org Tue, 27 Mar 2018 21:19:05 +0000 KCUR Studios 1397 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724360 Last year the Kansas Supreme Court ruled the state wasn't adequately funding its public schools. What the justices didn’t say was how much more money would be enough. But a new development has potentially changed the debate to the tune of $2 billion Last year the Kansas Supreme Court ruled the state wasn't adequately funding its public schools. What the justices didn’t say was how much more money would be enough. But a new development has potentially changed the debate to the tune of $2 billion dollars. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers ; Am-Trans by Poddington Bear; Manele by Blue Dot Sessions]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 118280 as http://www.kcur.org Mon, 19 Mar 2018 21:00:36 +0000 KCUR Studios 1087 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724361 Are Kansas’ strict voter registration laws necessary protections against fraud, or are they a nakedly political attempt to disenfranchise certain voters? That question is at the heart of a federal trial going on in Kansas. We explain this complicated Are Kansas’ strict voter registration laws necessary protections against fraud, or are they a nakedly political attempt to disenfranchise certain voters? That question is at the heart of a federal trial going on in Kansas. We explain this complicated issue and get the latest from the Statehouse. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Soothe , The Silver Hatch and Manele by Blue Dot Sessions. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 117954 as http://www.kcur.org Mon, 12 Mar 2018 21:26:06 +0000 KCUR Studios 1558 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724362 In the weeks since the shooting at a Parkland, Florida high school, student activists and others have taken to the streets in an effort to spur policy makers to talk about how we regulate guns. But, is that debate happening here in Kansas? Subscribe to In the weeks since the shooting at a Parkland, Florida high school, student activists and others have taken to the streets in an effort to spur policy makers to talk about how we regulate guns. But, is that debate happening here in Kansas? Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Sad Marimba by Lee Rosevere; Am-Trans by Poddington Bear; In Passage by Blue Dot Sessions Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 117622 as http://www.kcur.org Mon, 05 Mar 2018 22:13:09 +0000 KCUR Studios 1339 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724363 Statewide criminal registries took off in the 1990s, fueled by crimes against children and a desire to alert people to the presence of sex offenders in their neighborhoods. But some are saying that Kansas’ database has gotten out of hand , that it’s Statewide criminal registries took off in the 1990s, fueled by crimes against children and a desire to alert people to the presence of sex offenders in their neighborhoods. But some are saying that Kansas’ database has gotten out of hand , that it’s expanded to include too many different types of offenders . So, a debate is beginning about how it might be streamlined. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Sad Marimba by Lee Rosevere; Heliotrope by Blue Dot Sessions Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 117364 as http://www.kcur.org Tue, 27 Feb 2018 23:58:18 +0000 KCUR Studios 1279 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724364 Kansas is one of a handful of states that have not expanded Medicaid. This has created a gap for patients who are too poor to afford insurance, but make too much money to be eligible for Medicaid. Advocates say that expansion could give coverage to these Kansas is one of a handful of states that have not expanded Medicaid. This has created a gap for patients who are too poor to afford insurance, but make too much money to be eligible for Medicaid. Advocates say that expansion could give coverage to these people, but with consistent legislative opposition, what are the odds of a bill passing this year? Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Am-Trans and Back Stairs by Poddington Bear. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 116998 as http://www.kcur.org Tue, 20 Feb 2018 17:25:53 +0000 KCUR Studios 1187 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724365 The political divisions in America, and Kansas, appear deeper than ever. Republicans and Democrats can't seem to work together on anything. One candidate for Kansas Governor thinks an independent party might help our polarized politics. We talk with Greg The political divisions in America, and Kansas, appear deeper than ever. Republicans and Democrats can't seem to work together on anything. One candidate for Kansas Governor thinks an independent party might help our polarized politics. We talk with Greg Orman on this episode of Statehouse Blend Kansas. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Am-Trans by Poddington Bear and What Have You Done by Lee Rosevere. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 116612 as http://www.kcur.org Mon, 12 Feb 2018 20:37:02 +0000 KCUR Studios 1322 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724366 How important is the tone a Governor sets in state politics? Can a tenor of optimism or the opposite affect policy? As Kansas transitions from former Gov. Sam Brownback to new Gov. Jeff Colyer, we discuss what practical difference this change in How important is the tone a Governor sets in state politics? Can a tenor of optimism or the opposite affect policy? As Kansas transitions from former Gov. Sam Brownback to new Gov. Jeff Colyer, we discuss what practical difference this change in leadership might make in the statehouse. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; Starday by Podington Bear; and As I Was Saying by Lee Rosevere. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 116292 as http://www.kcur.org Mon, 05 Feb 2018 20:46:03 +0000 KCUR Studios 805 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724367 During his State of the State address, exiting Gov. Sam Brownback said his budget recommendations included an additional $600 million in funding over the next five years. That left many lawmakers stunned, and Senator Jim Denning, a Republican representing During his State of the State address, exiting Gov. Sam Brownback said his budget recommendations included an additional $600 million in funding over the next five years. That left many lawmakers stunned, and Senator Jim Denning, a Republican representing the 8th District, angry. We sit down with Denning to talk about what he's expecting as Lt. Governor Colyer takes on a new role as governor, and discuss why an attempted ousting of a legendary state employee ignited a major backlash. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app . Music used in this episode: Warming Evening by Nameless Dancers; As I Was Saying and What Have I Done by Lee Rosevere. Jim McLean is managing director of the Kansas News Service, a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio covering health, education and politics. You can reach him on Twitter @jmcleanks .]]> jim@kcur.org (Jim McLean) 116027 as http://www.kcur.org Tue, 30 Jan 2018 20:43:56 +0000 KCUR Studios 914 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724368 For a while, it seemed as though it would be a long time before Kansas lawmakers came up with a tax plan that could pass. Just when it seemed the impasse was at its worst, the Women's Caucus stepped up with a plan that led to a compromise. Guests: For a while, it seemed as though it would be a long time before Kansas lawmakers came up with a tax plan that could pass. Just when it seemed the impasse was at its worst, the Women's Caucus stepped up with a plan that led to a compromise. Guests: Stephanie Clayton , R-Overland Park, Kansas House of Representatives Cindy Holscher , D-Olathe, Kansas House of Representatives Monica Murnan , D-Pittsburg, Kansas House of Representatives Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app .]]> sam@kcur.org (Sam Zeff) 106444 as http://www.kcur.org Thu, 15 Jun 2017 21:28:15 +0000 KCUR Studios 1462 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724369 With school finance, taxes, and a budget passed, the Kansas Legislature adjourned. Just after the final yays, nays, and hurrahs, podcast host Sam Zeff hopped into the Topeka studio with Kansas News Service reporters Celia Llopis-Jepsen and Jim McLean for With school finance, taxes, and a budget passed, the Kansas Legislature adjourned. Just after the final yays, nays, and hurrahs, podcast host Sam Zeff hopped into the Topeka studio with Kansas News Service reporters Celia Llopis-Jepsen and Jim McLean for a quick take on the legislative session that was.]]> amy@kcur.org (Amy Jeffries) 106228 as http://www.kcur.org Sun, 11 Jun 2017 21:30:30 +0000 KCUR Studios 1029 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724370 Conservative Republicans have joined with moderates and Democrats to override Gov. Sam Brownback's veto of a $1.2 billion tax increase. This brings to a close many of the tax cuts pushed by the Brownback in 2012. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and Conservative Republicans have joined with moderates and Democrats to override Gov. Sam Brownback's veto of a $1.2 billion tax increase. This brings to a close many of the tax cuts pushed by the Brownback in 2012. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app .]]> sam@kcur.org (Sam Zeff) 106055 as http://www.kcur.org Wed, 07 Jun 2017 15:52:36 +0000 KCUR Studios 269 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios https://tracking.feedpress.it/link/15563/9724371 Kansas lawmakers have gotten down to business, passing a school funding bill that adds nearly $300 million over two years for public education and a $1.2 billion tax plan. But just minutes after the vote, Gov . Sam Brownback said he would veto the package Kansas lawmakers have gotten down to business, passing a school funding bill that adds nearly $300 million over two years for public education and a $1.2 billion tax plan. But just minutes after the vote, Gov . Sam Brownback said he would veto the package. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Kansas, and stay up to date with the latest news from the Kansas Legislature: iTunes , Google Play , and on the NPR One app .]]> sam@kcur.org (Sam Zeff) 106003 as http://www.kcur.org Tue, 06 Jun 2017 19:26:55 +0000 KCUR Studios 635 no KCUR Studios, public radio, government, Kansas, politics, ksleg, political insiders, discussion, dialogue, interview KCUR Studios