Laura Kelly
Coverage of Laura Kelly in the Nexus archive.
- Undocumented Kansas High School Graduates Find Themselves Increasingly Targeted
Kansas's in-state tuition law for undocumented high school graduates faces challenges from GOP legislators and federal lawsuits. The Trump administration is suing states with similar laws, and a federal judge recently struck down Nebraska's equivalent policy. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a bill to repeal the law, but Republican leaders warn the state could face legal action.
- Opinion: How a Student Health Bill Got Tangled in Kansas Politics
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a bill promoting daily recess and physical fitness in schools, citing existing efforts by the State Board of Education. The bill, which aimed to improve student health, became entangled in political debates over pesticide regulations after amendments protected manufacturers from stricter state labeling requirements.