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Kansan to Kansan: Week of October 17, 2022

Government and Politics

October 27, 2022

From: Kansas Governor Laura Kelly

Governor Kelly Celebrates Grand Opening of Salina Construction Equipment Manufacturing Plant

“With Kubota and Great Plains’ announcement of 150 new jobs for Kansans – and over 900 jobs in the long-term – it couldn’t be clearer: This project will be transformational for Central Kansas. My administration will continue making the investments in our infrastructure, child care, and workforce to help more businesses grow and succeed in Kansas.”

Governor Kelly Awards Nearly $2.4M for Law Enforcement and Crime Prevention

“I commend the men and women of Kansas who uphold our laws and keep our communities safe. These grants will provide our law enforcement officers and criminal justice agencies with the resources they need to fight crime and support victims.” 

Governor Kelly Announces Step to Expand Child Care Access

"We are working to make it possible for every Kansas family to find an affordable option for child care. That’s why we’ve proposed this change and are now wanting to hear from Kansas parents and caregivers about the best path forward.”  

Governor Kelly Announces $12.6M to Transition Community Mental Health Centers to Improved Model of Care

“With this funding, we are helping more of our fellow Kansans – including our veterans – access the mental health treatment they need. By transitioning community mental health centers to an improved model of service, we will be better able to ensure our friends and neighbors have the tools they need to succeed.”

ICYMI

Gov. Kelly recognized for bipartisan leadership

$3.7 million granted to Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas to improve internet connectivity

Governor Laura Kelly Announces Record Interest in Rural Housing Development

Governor Laura Kelly announces groundbreaking of Central Kansas Manufacturing Incubator

Governor announces new aerospace facility in south central Kansas