February 23, 2011
Contact Us:

Johnna Schremmer
Director of Alumni & Constituent Relations
401 E. Ford
Pittsburg, KS 66762
620-235-4761 or 877-PSU-ALUM
jschremm@pittstate.edu

Dr. Victoria White
Legislative Liaison
Director of KC Metro Center
12345 W. 95th, Suite 204
Lenexa, KS 66215
620-235-6785 or 913-529-4488
vwhite@pittstate.edu



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Funding for Regents' institutions passes first hurdle

The House Appropriations Committee on Tuesday passed the House Education Budget Committee's recommendation for funding of Regents' institutions.  (More)

House passes bill to repeal in-state tuition for undocumented students

The House on Monday advanced HB2006 which would eliminate in-state tuition at higher education institutions for children of undocumented workers.  (More)

Rescission bill has hard time gaining traction

The Rescission bill, also known as HB2014, is finding itself stuck between the two houses of the legislature and currently sits in Conference Committee.  (More)

Concealed Carry bill is introduced

HB2353, known as the Personal and Family Protection bill, has been introduced in the Federal and State Affairs Committee.  (More)

Legislators return home next week

The capital city will be a bit quieter during the first part of next week as lawmakers return to their home districts on Monday and Tuesday.  (More)


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

If you were unable to attend the GLN training sessions held in January, you can access the presentation and video here.

Investing in education is critical to Kansas' future. Click here to print a fact sheet that you can use as a resource when siting the need for higher education financing.

ACTION ALERT:

Encourage your legislators to attend the Pittsburg Area Day on the Hill reception on March 2 from 5-7 p.m. at Henry T's Bar and Grill.  This will be an opportunity for them to meet Pittsburg officials and hear more about the Pittsburg area's needs and goals.

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