Feb. 27, 2026
Kansas Enforces Strict Biological Sex Law
New law requires birth certificates and driver's licenses to match biological sex at birth, affecting over 1,500 transgender residents.
Feb. 26, 2026
Emporia School District to Comply with Kansas 'Bathroom Bill' Mandate
USD 253 says it will not enact any additional policies beyond the state requirements
Feb. 26, 2026
Kansas Republicans Override Governor's Veto on Transgender Bathroom Bill
The new law requires transgender individuals to use restrooms and changing facilities based on biological sex rather than gender identity.
Feb. 26, 2026
Kansas Invalidates Licenses for Transgender Drivers
New state law requires residents to change gender ID to sex assigned at birth
Feb. 25, 2026
Kansas GOP Overrides Democrat Governor's Bathroom Bill Veto
New law mandates people use restrooms based on biological sex, not gender identity
Feb. 24, 2026
Emporia Hosts Legislative Dialogue on March 14
Chamber of Commerce and League of Women Voters organize event with local lawmakers
Feb. 24, 2026
House to Vote on Requiring Collision Avoidance Tech After Deadly Crash
Proposed legislation aims to prevent future midair collisions near busy airports.
Feb. 22, 2026
Kansas House Passes 'Benny's Bill' to Strengthen Child Endangerment Penalties
Legislation named after a Pittsburg toddler heads to the state Senate after unanimous House approval.
Feb. 22, 2026
House Republicans Push Senate to Force Vote on Voter ID Bill
GOP lawmakers call for 'talking filibuster' to pass SAVE America Act
Feb. 21, 2026
Kansas Senate Overrides Governor's Veto on Bathroom Bill
Controversial legislation mandates bathroom use based on biological sex at birth
Feb. 21, 2026
New ALERT Act Aims to Boost Aviation Safety After Deadly Crash
Bipartisan bill introduced in Congress following Flight 5342 tragedy that killed 67 people
Feb. 18, 2026
Kansas House Panel Passes Bill to Limit Property Tax Hikes
Legislation would allow taxpayers to protest increases above 3% through petition process
Feb. 16, 2026
Kansas Bill Seeks to Ban Race Talk in College Courses
Proposed legislation aims to restrict discussions of critical race theory and other topics related to systemic racism and social justice.
Feb. 14, 2026
Kansas Bathroom Bill Sparks Costly Controversy
Former GOP state rep criticizes proposed law as political gamesmanship that ignores real issues
Feb. 14, 2026
Kansas Governor Vetoes Transgender Bathroom Bill
Kelly calls legislation "poorly drafted" and says it would impact more than just the transgender community.
Feb. 13, 2026
Kansas Lawmakers Clash as 2026 Legislative Session Reaches One-Month Mark
Partisan divide continues to hamper progress in the state's legislature
Feb. 12, 2026
Kansas Local Leaders Question Costs, Enforcement of Bathroom Bill
Proposed law could cost millions to implement, but details on enforcement remain unclear
Feb. 12, 2026
Grieving Families Press Congress on Aviation Safety Reforms After Midair Collision Near DC
Senators and victims' families believe advanced aircraft locator systems could have prevented tragedy, but cost concerns remain a stumbling block.
Feb. 12, 2026
Six House Republicans Break Ranks on Canada Tariffs
Bipartisan vote signals GOP divisions over Trump's trade policy toward Canada
Feb. 12, 2026
Families Push Congress for Aviation Safety Reforms After Deadly Midair Collision
Senators and victims' families believe advanced aircraft locator systems could have prevented the tragedy near Washington, D.C.
