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politics2 years ago

Kansas Governor Reverses Decision on Controversial License Plate Design

Governor Laura Kelly of Kansas has announced that the state will pause production on the recently revealed license plate design and establish a process to receive public input before selecting a final design. The decision comes after widespread dissatisfaction with the proposed design. Kansans will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite design among several options that comply with law enforcement needs and established guidelines. The Governor's Office will provide more details on the voting process and how this announcement affects the transition to print-on-demand plates.

politics2 years ago

Congress Grapples with Hunger Programs and Farm Bill Floor Catastrophe

Senior House Republicans are engaging in outreach sessions with far-right members of their caucus in an effort to avoid a last-minute catastrophe on the House floor regarding the farm bill. House Agriculture Chair G.T. Thompson has been advocating for a bipartisan approach to the bill and addressing concerns about its price tag, which is expected to exceed $1 trillion. However, there are warning signs as some factions within the House GOP are demanding cuts to farm programs and new work requirements for food aid recipients, which are non-starters for most Democrats and the Democrat-controlled Senate. The bill's passage is crucial for Republicans running for reelection in agriculture-dependent regions, but there is concern that far-right members may attempt to derail the legislation.