Richard Crowson: A Historically Low Note
Have you ever tried to play a violin? It’s crazy hard. There are no frets on the fingerboard, so you have nothing except your ear to tell you whether you are putting your fingers in the proper places....
View ArticleKansas Prepares For New Tax Rules
Preparations are underway for tax changes next year. Kansas Department of Revenue staff is working this summer to write the new rules and regulations that will guide the agency as it implements a...
View ArticleBrownback, Dems Have Differing Views Of Tax Plan
During a speech at the University of Kansas Monday, Governor Sam Brownback touted a tax-cutting bill he signed into law earlier this year. The plan will cut personal income tax rates and eliminate...
View ArticleState Officials Speak To Small Business Owners On Empowerment Tour
State officials stopped in Wichita Wednesday as part of their Kansas Small Business Empowerment Tour.The officials focused on tax reform and economic development across the state.Kansas Commerce...
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Top Morning News 01.02.12
Sperm donor says case to require him to pay child support is politically motivated; Brownback says lawmakers will likely take on taxes; The Kansas Chamber of Commerce wants to loosen the state's liquor...
View ArticleBrownback Expects Lawmakers to Take on Taxes
A large tax overhaul takes effect in Kansas now that the New Year has begun, but it may not remain "as-is" for long.Governor Sam Brownback believes there's a good chance lawmakers could again look at...
View ArticleKS Legislators Warn About Drop in State Revenue
Democrats in the Kansas House say legislators have been warned that Governor Sam Brownback's tax cuts are likely to mean there's less cash to go around. "Legislative services who are the people we rely...
View ArticleChamber Survey Suggests Strong Support For Tax Cuts
Results from the 10th annual Kansas Chamber CEO Poll were released Wednesday. The Chamber uses the results to assist in developing its agenda.Project Director Pat McFerron says the survey showed strong...
View ArticleKS Senate Committee Delays Work On Gov's Tax Plan
A Senate Committee has delayed work on Gov. Sam Brownback's tax proposal. A printing mix-up meant the scheduled debate was left off the official Senate calendar for Tuesday, and the committee's...
View ArticleHouse Dems Spur Debate On Tax Plan
In the Kansas House Friday, work on a technical bill that would make adjustments to last year's tax cut turned into a debate over Governor Sam Brownback's latest tax plan.
View ArticleTop Morning News 2.12.13
Panel to debate Gov's tax plan; Bill would bar public entities and governments from using tax dollars to lobby; Bill would ban sex-selective abortions.Kansas Senate Panel To Debate Gov's Tax...
View ArticleBill Bars Use Of Tax Dollars to Lobby KS Legislature
Supporters and opponents of a bill that would bar local governments and public entities from spending tax dollars on lobbying gathered Monday.The bill would affect the abilities of cities, counties and...
View ArticleTop Morning News 2.18.13
Sales tax proposal faces challenge in Kansas House; House leaders disagree over use of ending balance; Kansans set Guinness World Record.Sales Tax Proposal Faces Challenge In KS HouseThe Kansas Senate...
View ArticleSales Tax Proposal Faces Challenge In KS House
The Kansas Senate could vote on Gov. Sam Brownback's tax proposal this week, but it is unclear if the provision that cuts income tax rates can pass the House.To balance the budget, the bill would...
View ArticleKan. Senate Could Cut Gov's Budget
Leaders in the Kansas Senate say they'll likely pursue cuts to the budget recommended by Gov. Sam Brownback. Senate President Susan Wagle, a Wichita Republican, says their goal is a long-term...
View ArticleHouse Rejects Property Tax Plan
The Kansas House Wednesday rejected a proposal by Democrats aimed at reducing the property taxes paid by Kansans.
View ArticleKan. House, Senate Ready To Negotiate Budget Differences
The Kansas House and Senate have passed their versions of both budget and tax plans, but there's still plenty of work ahead. The two chambers will now try to smooth out differences between the...
View ArticleKansas Sees Revenue Shortfall In March
Kansas officials are blaming a shortfall of nearly $57 million in state tax collections in March on delays in federal tax deadlines forced by congressional wrangling on fiscal issues.
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