Senator Roger Marshall spoke about challenges facing Kansans amid international conflict during a recent radio interview. Topics included Iran’s impact on security and gas prices, rising agricultural costs balanced by increased farm income last year, housing affordability concerns tied to…
A federal grand jury in Kansas City has indicted several Mexican nationals for alleged immigration violations and gun possession offenses as announced on April 8. Authorities stress that all defendants…
Out of the $13.1 billion in total tax revenue collected by Kansas in 2024, $4.3 billion came from general sales and gross receipts taxes, representing a decrease from the previous…
An analysis by Sunflower State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Kansas is one of 29 states following…
Senator Jerry Moran welcomed NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman for tours highlighting Kansan contributions to Artemis II spacecraft development. The officials visited key manufacturing sites before attending an opening ceremony at…
Senator Roger Marshall met with NFIB Kansas members at Hazel Hill Chocolate in Topeka on April 6. The roundtable focused on credit card processing fees and rising insurance costs impacting…
Four Topeka gang members were sentenced following ‘Operation Sob Story,’ which targeted drug trafficking and illegal firearms activities in Kansas. Authorities credit interagency cooperation with dismantling parts of a dangerous…
In 2024, Kansas collected a total of $13.1 billion in state taxes, with $453 million coming from license taxes—an increase of 2.8% compared to the previous year.
Senator Roger Marshall visited several western Kansas counties this week focusing on rural healthcare improvements and agricultural initiatives. His meetings included discussions about funding for local hospitals as well as…
Senator Roger Marshall toured several central Kansas businesses on April 3 focusing on workforce development initiatives. He met with small business owners about tax policy impacts while highlighting new manufacturing…
Individual income taxes in Kansas reached $1 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
A Kansas City man received more than nine years in prison for receiving illegal images involving children from another offender out-of-state. Authorities emphasized both victim impact and ongoing efforts under…
Wayne F. Fleming of Wichita received a ten-year federal sentence for selling methamphetamine to an undercover officer following prior incarceration on unrelated state charges. Authorities say he sold over 200…
Senator Jerry Moran advocates for reinstating tax credits aimed at boosting sustainable aviation fuel production through new legislation. The proposal seeks long-term certainty for farmers while supporting job growth across…
Senator Roger Marshall discussed major congressional issues during an appearance on Fox News’ The Will Cain Show. Topics included potential changes to Senate rules like ending the filibuster as well…
Kansas generated $458.3 million from motor fuels sales taxes in 2024, ranking 32nd among U.S. states.
In 2024, Kansas received $1.7 billion in contributions to its public pension funds, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of Public Pensions.
Senator Roger Marshall discussed congressional gridlock over DHS funding during an interview with The Vince Show. He addressed issues surrounding voter ID laws and potential changes within Senate procedures while…
Senator Roger Marshall met with leaders across northwest Kansas on March 31 about rural healthcare improvements, affordable housing projects for seniors, technical education expansion initiatives,and biofuel policies impacting farmers.The visit…
Senator Roger Marshall spoke about DHS funding disputes with Democrats during an interview aired March 30. He also addressed issues including Senate rules reform, military spending priorities, election law proposals…
A Kansas pharmacist has been indicted for allegedly stealing prescription drugs from his former employer for personal use. Several other individuals face federal charges related to drug distribution or firearms…
The Kansas Department of Agriculture will hold a public hearing April 7 on proposed changes regarding noxious weed regulations.
The Kansas Department of Transportation has released its list of approved highway construction bids from March lettings across multiple districts statewide.
Senator Roger Marshall praised new federal rules setting record-high biofuel standards through 2027. The move is expected to boost farm income by billions while expanding jobs across rural America.
Senator Roger Marshall’s office held a roundtable connecting wildfire-affected farmers with agency leaders in Southwest Kansas. Attendees received information about relief programs following recent fires that caused significant losses. The…
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