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Food, Government

2025 Federal Government Shutdown Updated on 11/7/2025.

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2025 Federal Government Shutdown

Last Updated on 11/7/2025.

Shana McClure [DCF] <[email protected]>
The following is now posted on the DCF public website at:  https://www.dcf.ks.gov/Agency/Pages/2025-Federal-Government-Shutdown.aspx.

The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) continues monitoring developments with the federal government shutdown. We will add updates to this page as we receive guidance from federal partners or there are impacts to programs.

 

Kansans are also encouraged to follow DCF on social media and subscribe to DCF’s newsletter, DCF Direct, for agency updates and information.

 

SNAP Benefits

 

Update from Nov. 7: Today, DCF issued full November benefits to Kansans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Food Assistance. Beneficiaries should have access to their full benefits by the end of the day on Friday, Nov. 7. All current Kansas beneficiaries will receive benefits on Nov. 7 instead of the typical monthly issuances that are staggered over a 10-day period according to last name.

 

Kansans should call 1-800-997-6666, the number on the back of their EBT card, to check on those benefits, and the pending benefits information should be provided. EBT card users should download and use ebtEDGE app to track and protect their benefits. Find the ebtEDGE app in your app store and at the web portal: https://www.ebtedge.com/gov/portal/PortalHome.do. The FIS ebtEDGE app is completely free to use and provides protective features like blocking out-of-state purchases and card freezing.

 

The total November benefit distribution was more than $31.6 million to approximately 86,000 Kansas households.

Fort Scott, Government, Schools

Agenda For The USD234 School Board on November 10

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Fort Scott Middle School, 1105 E. 12th.

Unified School District 234
424 South Main
Fort Scott, KS 66701-2697
www.usd234.org
620-223-0800 Fax 620-223-2760

DESTRY BROWN
Superintendent

This will be held at Fort Scott Middle School Commons Area (1105 E 12th St) at 5:30pm on November 10th.

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
November 10, 2025 – 5:30 P.M.
AGENDA SUMMARY PUBLIC
1.0 Call Meeting to Order David Stewart, President
2.0 Flag Salute
3.0 Approval of the Official Agenda (Action Item)
4.0 Approval of the Consent Agenda (Action Item)
4.1 Board Minutes
10-13-25
4.2 Financials – Cash Flow Report
4.3 Check Register
4.4 Payroll – October 20, 2025 – $1,826,376.48
4.5 Activity Funds Accounts
4.6 USD 234 Gifts
4.7 Resolution 25-13 Add Bank Signers
4.8 Fundraising Application
4.9 FCA Fundraising Application
5.0 Middle School Presentation
6.0 Leadership Reports (Information/Discussion Item)
6.1 Assistant Superintendent’s Report
6.2 Assistant Superintendent’s Report
6.3 Special Education Director’s Report

7.0 Public Forum
8.0 Other Business – Personnel Matters – Time __________
8.1 Enter Executive Session – Personnel Matters (Action Item)
8.2 Exit Executive Session – _______ (Time)
8.3 Approval of Personnel Report (Action Item)
9.0 Adjourn Meeting _____ (Time) David Stewart, President

Bourbon County, Government

Agenda Packet for the Uniontown City Council on November 11

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10142025 Regular Meeting

ORDINANCE NO. 207- Vacate alley Lots 4,5,12,13, block 2, Well’s Addition

2025 Financials-October

ROLL CALL:  ___ Jess Ervin ___ Amber Kelly ___ Mary Pemberton ___ Savannah Pritchett ___ Bradley Stewart

 

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS

Vacating Alley Between Lots 4, 5, 12 and 13, Block 2, Well’s Addition

 

Memorial Stone Design

 

CITIZENS REQUESTS

 

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Sally Johnson – Financial reports

 

APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Minutes of October 14, 2025 Regular Meeting
  2. October Treasurers Report, Profit & Loss Report by Class & November Accounts Payables

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

Codes Enforcement:  Doug Coyan

 

 

Superintendent:  Bobby Rich

 

 

 

Clerk Report:  Haley Arnold

Park 240 Outlets

 

COUNCIL & COMMITTEE REPORTS

Councilman Ervin –

Councilman Kelly –

Councilwoman Pemberton –

Councilwoman Pritchett –

Councilman Stewart–

Mayor Jurgensen –

 

OLD BUSINESS

SEED Grant –

 

FEMA Flooding–

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

Motion by _____________, Second by   __________, Approved ______, to enter into executive session pursuant to non-elected personnel exception, KSA 75-4319(b)(1), in order to discuss performance of non-elected personnel, the open meeting to resume at ____________.

 

ADJOURN Time ____________ Moved by ______________, 2nd ___________________, Approved ___________

 

Fort Scott, Government

Unapproved Minutes of The Fort Scott City Commission on November 3

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CITY OF FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION MEETING

 

Unaproved 

Minutes of November 3, 2025                                                                                                    Regular Meeting

 

A meeting of the Fort Scott City Commission was held in the City Commission Meeting Room at City Hall, 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas. The meeting was streamed live on YouTube.

 

The meeting was called to order at 6:00PM. Roll call was taken. Commissioners Kathryn Salsbury, Dyllon Olson, Tracy Dancer, and Matthew Wells were present with Mayor Tim Van Hoecke.

 

              In Attendance – Brad Matkin/City Manager, Bob Farmer/City Attorney, Lisa Lewis/City Clerk, Lt. Jason Eastwood/FSPD, Lisa Dillon/Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization Coordinator, and Jason Dickman/Earles Engineering & Inspection.

 

VAN HOECKE led the Pledge of Allegiance and OLSON said a prayer asking God for guidance for the City, the Citizens, our Government and City officials.

 

Approval of Agenda

MOTION:  VAN HOECKE moved to approve the amended agenda. Amendments were requested prior to motion: Removal of Item A. Consideration of Change Order #1 – Gunn Park – Shelter #3 and the addition of $529,112.95 to Consent Agenda Item A. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1395-A – Expense Approval Report – Payment Dates of October 15, 2025 – October 31, 2025. DANCER seconded.

 

MOTION CARRIED 5-0.

 

Consent Agenda

–  Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1395-A – Expense Approval Report – Payment Dates of October 15, 2025 – October 31, 2025

–  Approval of Minutes:  Regular Meeting of October 21, 2025

 

MOTION:  DANCER moved to approve the Consent Agenda. SALSBURY seconded.

 

MOTION CARRIED 5-0.

 

Public Comment – No comments

 

Appearances

Patty Ann Sanborn/SEK Service Inc. – Did not appear

 

Unfinished Business – No unfinished business

 

New Business /Action Items:

Discussion of City Connecting Link Agreement

MATKIN explained Wall Street’s condition, especially east of the CCLIP project, is deteriorating. KDOT pays Fort Scott $12,340 annually under a 1999 agreement to maintain 2.468 miles, which the city seeks to update. A study found the road sits atop brick without a proper base, requiring ongoing resurfacing. If the city declines repairs, the state could bill up to $200,000 annually for ten years. Only essential safety work is planned until more CCLIP funding becomes available.

 

ACTION:  MATKIN will pursue an updated KDOT resolution.

 

Consideration of Bids for Davis Lift Station Extraneous Flow Pump and Force Main – EEI No. 21-303

DICKMAN explained that Jeff Asbel Excavating and Trucking was the low bidder for the Davis Lift Station extraneous flow pump and force main project (Earle’s Engineering Project No. 21-303), though their bid was 33.84% above estimate due to increased costs. The specified Vaughan chopper pump may be overpriced as a sole source; switching to a Hayward pump could save $100,000. The Hayward pump meets specs, has a six-month lead time, and is used by nearby municipalities. Asbel plans to begin work around March 1. Further information regarding the pump choice was requested before a decision was made.

 

MOTION:  WELLS moved to table the decision to November 18, 2025. DANCER seconded.

 

MOTION CARRIED 5-0.

 

ACTION:  Bill Lemke and Scott Flater to appear at the November 18th meeting for discussion on pump choice.

 

ACTION:  City Clerk will email to FLATER the information provided by DICKMAN regarding the Hayward Gordon pump.

 

Reports and Comments

            City Engineer: 

–  E. National update

–  CCLIP Phase 3 update

 

City Manager:

–  Request to discuss dog limits in City – November 18, 2025

–  Crescent Drive and Archer update

–  Eddy Street update

–  FEMA projects on hold due to government shutdown

 

City Attorney:

–  Request for (10) minute Executive Session

 

City Clerk: No comment

 

Commissioner Wells:

–  6th and Little

–  Overpass plan at Jayhawk Road

 

Commissioner Olson:

–  Railroad crossing

Commissioner Dancer:

–  Special meeting on Saturday

–  Remember to vote

 

Commissioner Salsbury:

–  Downtown alley

 

Commissioner Van Hoecke

–  Remember to vote

–  Sales tax                  

 

Executive Session

MOTION:  VAN HOECKE moved that the City Commission recess into Executive Session for the purpose of discussion pursuant to the attorney-client privilege exception in K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2). In the Executive Session will be the (5) City Commissioners, the City Attorney and the City Manager in the City Manager’s office. The open meeting will resume at 6:59PM in the Commission Room. OLSON seconded.

 

MOTION CARRIED 5-0.

 

MOTION:  VAN HOECKE moved to come out of Executive Session with no action. OLSON seconded.

 

MOTION CARRIED 5-0.

 

Adjourn

 

            MOTION:  DANCER moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:00PM. OLSON seconded.

 

NOVEMBER 3, 2025, CITY COMMISSION MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:00PM.

 

 

Submitted by Lisa A. Lewis, City Clerk

 

 

 

 

Government, Health Care, Kansas

Governor Kelly Announces Kansas Rural Health Transformation Plan Priorities

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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced priorities for the Kansas Rural Health Transformation Plan, which has been submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as part of the state’s application for the $50 billion federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). Through this program, Kansas could receive significant federal funding to improve the health and sustainability of rural communities statewide.

“Our Kansas Rural Health Transformation Plan will fundamentally change the delivery of health care in rural communities across the state,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “I’m confident that Kansas’ plan, crafted by leading experts, will lay the groundwork to build a more collaborative, more efficient health care system that provides the right care, at the right time, in the right place.”

The plan’s goals are to:

  • Improve rural Kansans’ health outcomes and transform the delivery system by implementing and sustaining initiatives that promote preventive health care and address root causes of diseases,
  • Enhance rural health care providers’ efficiency and sustainability,
  • Attract and retain a high-skilled health care workforce,
  • Spark growth of innovative care models in rural communities that improve quality of care while reducing costs, and,
  • Foster the use of innovative technologies to increase access to care for rural Kansans.

The plan development was led by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS), in partnership with the Kansas Rural Health Innovation Alliance (KRHIA) and the University of Kansas Care Collaborative. Public KRHIA meetings were held to discuss and refine the initiatives to be included in the plan.

If awarded, KDHE will serve as the lead agency implementing Kansas’ Rural Health Transformation Plan. The KRHIA will continue to serve as the primary vehicle for stakeholder engagement throughout the implementation of these initiatives.

The KRHIA worked with the state application team to identify key initiatives to achieve the plan’s goals. The following initiatives are included in Kansas’ application:

  • Expand Primary and Secondary Prevention Programs to reduce chronic disease rates by increasing access to preventive screenings, behavioral health services, and nutrition counseling.
  • Secure Local Access to Primary Care for rural Kansans to receive care earlier on in the appropriate setting and within their communities – thereby strengthening the fiscal sustainability for rural Kansas hospitals.
  • Build a Sustainable Rural Health Workforce to ensure more rural Kansans have access to primary care, dental, and behavioral health providers and ease nursing and allied health shortages in rural Kansas.
  • Enable Value-Based Care to have 100% of rural Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries in accountable care relationships by 2031 that focus on improving patient health outcomes while lowering the total cost of care.
  • Harness Data and Technology to enable rural Kansas providers to expand the use of telehealth and remote monitoring, utilization of consumer-facing technologies, and meaningfully engage in data sharing and analysis of aggregated patient and outcome data.

CMS is expected to announce funding awards by Dec. 31, 2025. The project narrative, which contains additional details about the contents of Kansas’ application, can be found here.

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Government, Kansas

KS Tax Collections Up 7.5% Above Estimate

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October Total Tax Collections at $695.6 Million; 7.2% Above Estimate

TOPEKA – The State of Kansas ends October 2025 with total tax collections at $695.6 million. That is $47.0 million, or 7.2%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 4.1% from October 2024.

“While this month’s tax collections indicate some good news, corporate income tax collections have significantly missed the mark, which is concerning,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “My administration will continue to monitor revenues and prioritize fiscal responsibility as I craft my Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal.”

Individual income tax collections were $367.4 million. That is $67.4 million, or 22.5% above the estimate. Individual income tax collections were up 17.9% from October 2024. Corporate income tax collections were $15.9 million. That is $24.1 million, or 60.2% below the estimate, and down 58.2% from October 2024.

Combined retail sales and compensating use tax receipts were $289.5 million, which is $3.5 million, or 1.2% above the estimate, and down 1.7% from October 2024.

Click here to view the October 2025 revenue numbers.

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Food, Government

November SNAP Payments Statement

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Kansas Department for Children and Families Issues Statement on USDA’s Court Filing Announcing the Decision to Make Reduced November SNAP Payments

TOPEKA – In a federal court filing on Monday, Nov. 3, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said it plans to send out partial SNAP benefits in November using the SNAP contingency fund. The filing said the USDA will first send each state official notice showing how much each existing SNAP household should receive. Right now, the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) has not received this information. Once it does, DCF will determine next steps to issue the partial payments and communicate when Kansas SNAP recipients can expect to receive them.

More information will be shared as it becomes available. To keep Kansans updated, DCF has created a webpage on its website, dcf.ks.gov, with information about the government shutdown and impacts to DCF programs. The page includes a list of questions and answers and will be updated as new information becomes available.

Help for Kansans

For Kansans in need of additional support, Kansas Food Source, kansasfoodsource.org, and Harvesters.org provide locations of food banks and food pantries across the state. Other non-state entities helping connect Kansans to resources in their community include: the United Way’s 211 hotline or website, 211.org; 1-800-CHILDREN, 1800childrenks.com;  Unite Kansas, uniteus.com/networks/kansas/get-help; and FindHelp, findhelp.org.

The loss of federal funding places additional stress on Kansas food banks, pantries, and meals programs, which are already strained to meet the needs of those who utilize them. Kansans wishing to help their local food resources can find those locations on the Kansas Food Source website, kansasfoodsource.org.

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Government

Road Closed on 690th Avenue Northeast Of Walnut Beginning Mid-November

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Road in Crawford County to be closed for bridge replacement

Road in Crawford County to be closed for bridge replacement

Bridge on 690th Avenue

Road in Crawford County to be closed for bridge replacement

WALNUT – A Crawford County road northeast of Walnut will be closed beginning in mid-November so a contractor can replace a bridge, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation.

The bridge is on 690th Avenue, which is a mile north of K-146 and just west of 30th Street. The gravel road will be closed throughout the project, which is expected to be completed in the early spring of 2026, conditions permitting.

A tributary of Little Walnut Creek flows through the box culvert bridge. The new bridge will be 26 feet long and will feature 12-foot driving lanes.

Governor Laura Kelly and KDOT Secretary Calvin Reed announced $42.3 million in funding for this and 34 other bridge projects in 2023 through the KDOT Off-System Bridge program and the Kansas Local Bridge Improvement Program. The programs target improvements to city and county bridges not on the state highway system and in need of replacement and repair. Projects, in most cases, require matching local funding.

B&B Bridge Company LLC, of St. Paul, is the contractor for the $484,474.50 bridge replacement.

KDOT urges motorists to stay alert and follow posted signs in all work zones. Check KDOT’s updated traveler information website, www.Kandrive.gov, for more highway condition and construction details. For updates on construction projects in southeast Kansas, visit ksdot.gov/southeastnews.

This information can be made available in alternative accessible formats upon request. For information about obtaining an alternative format, email the KDOT Division of Communications, or phone 785-296-3585 (Voice)/Hearing Impaired – 711.

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U.S. Congressman Derek Schmidt Newsletter

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Friends,

 

A full month has now passed in this unnecessary and frustrating government shutdown.

The situation remains mostly unchanged. The Senate has still been unable to pass the bipartisan bill passed by the House more than a month ago to reopen the government, because Sen. Schumer and most Senate Democrats are maintaining their filibuster of that clean continuing resolution. The Senate could also pass a different bill—some kind of different approach—and send it back to us in the House to consider.

In the meantime, this week I announced that I will cosponsor legislation that would keep SNAP and WIC benefits from being cut off during the shutdown. If a minority of U.S. Senators keeps refusing to fully reopen the government, then reopening critical parts of the government like food assistance is better than nothing at all.

I have also cosponsored standalone legislation to pay U.S. troops and air traffic controllers. In the absence of congressional action, I have also supported actions by the Trump administration to reallocate funding within the limits of the law to meet urgent priorities, including paying U.S. troops and law enforcement officers, temporarily extending funding for the Women, Infants and Children nutrition program, and reopening Farm Service Agency offices.

Going forward, I have also has cosponsored legislation to prevent future government shutdowns by continuing current funding levels whenever Congress allows annual appropriations to lapse and a Constitutional Amendment that would prohibit Members of Congress from receiving pay during a government shutdown.

I remain hopeful that this shutdown will soon be resolved. This week the largest federal employees union came out in support of the House’s clean continuing resolution. Major aviation industry and labor organizations also announced support for the House bill. Meanwhile, the bipartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget this week called the Democrat’s $1.5 trillion proposal to reopen the government, “the most expensive reopening package ever considered.”

It’s time for this unnecessary shutdown to end, allowing us to get back to the important work of slowing government spending, codifying President Trump’s border security policies, and reducing the intrusion of big government in the lives of Americans.
Constituent Services

As a reminder, my offices in Washington, Topeka, and Pittsburg remain open, despite the shutdown, and available to help with federal agencies including the VA, Social Security, and the IRS.

 

Regrettably, our ability to help with some situations may be affected, as many departments and agencies will not be processing casework during the shutdown. However, that work will resume once federal funding is resolved. If you are experiencing an issue with a federal agency, please call my office at (785) 205-5253 or fill out the form on our website, and we will work with you on the paperwork that must be completed so we can file your case as soon as we are able.

 

View the FAQ on my website about which government services are affected by the shutdown.
Good News for Kansas Farmers

I was encouraged by the trade developments this week as President Trump met with leaders across Asia. The administration announced China will be buying 25 million tons of soybeans per year for the next three years. Sorghum and other agricultural products are also reported to be part of this trade deal.
Around the District

Recently, I visited Pretech Corporation in Kansas City, which produces a variety of precast concrete products for customers across the country. I also visited “The Americans” traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian at the Iowa and Sac & Fox Museum near Highland. The exhibit showcases the many ways Native Americans have been a part of our nation’s history.
On the Air

Earlier this week, I joined Pete Mundo on KCMO Radio to discuss the shutdown, and proposals to continue funding for SNAP. Listen here.
Visiting with Kansans

Thanks to Kansans participating in the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Summit and representing the American Heart Association for visiting my Washington, D.C., office this week.

As always, my office is here to serve you. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have. Be sure to also follow me on social media at the links below for timely updates from my office.

 

It’s a tremendous honor to represent our Second Congressional District in Congress!

Sincerely,

Derek Schmidt

Member of Congress
Government, Kansas

Ks Governor Sues Attorney General

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Governor Kelly Sues Attorney General Kobach in Kansas Supreme Court to Protect
Governor’s Constitutional Authority


TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Kris Kobach in the Kansas Supreme Court to protect the State of Kansas and the constitutional powers of the Office of the Governor. The lawsuit is necessary due to Attorney General Kobach’s failure to defend Kansans against the Trump Administration’s unlawful federal overreach, despite repeated requests from Governor Kelly to do so.

“Time and again, Attorney General Kobach’s blatant partisanship is on display, harming and embarrassing Kansas,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “While he was quick to sue the previous presidential administration, alleging he would protect Kansans from federal overreach, he has not once followed through on that claim now that the Trump Administration has repeatedly done just that. Not only has the Attorney General’s willful ignorance undermined my administration’s efforts to protect Kansans, but it has also cost our state millions of dollars for essential programs and services. If the Attorney General refuses to stand up for Kansas, at least Kansans can rest assured knowing that I will.”

The Attorney General’s refusal to stand up for the State of Kansas has prompted Governor Kelly to join two recent federal lawsuits. The most recent being the lawsuit against the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeking release of congressionally approved emergency funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which provides food assistance to nearly 188,000 Kansans. November benefits for this program are not expected to be available due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This unprecedented choice made by the Trump Administration and Congress will have dire consequences for the health and well-being of millions across the country, who rely on the program to feed themselves and their families. More information about this lawsuit can be found here.

In August, Governor Kelly also joined a lawsuit seeking to prevent the Trump Administration from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved funds for several public health and safety programs including testing for lead in schools and child care facilities, environmental cleanup, ensuring the safety of dams, and financing to improve drinking water safety. More information about this lawsuit can be found here.

In September, Attorney General Kobach filed suit against Governor Kelly and the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) asking the court to force the Governor and DCF to turn over the personal information of thousands of Kansans in response to an unlawful federal request. Governor Kelly and DCF successfully dismissed Attorney General Kobach’s egregious attempt to compromise the privacy of thousands of Kansans.

Attorney General Kobach has previously incorrectly asserted that he alone controls litigation on behalf of the State of Kansas. The Kansas Constitution makes clear that the governor is the ‘supreme executive’ of the state, meaning that Governor Kelly has the constitutional authority to control the decisions of the executive branch.

The lawsuit Governor Kelly filed today asks the Kansas Supreme Court for an order in quo warranto against the Attorney General to prevent him from intruding on the Governor’s ‘supreme executive’ power as the head of the executive branch so she can continue to defend Kansans without interference from Attorney General Kobach.

A copy of the lawsuit’s petition can be found here and a copy of the memorandum in support can be found here.

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Elections, Government

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall Newsletter

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Associated Press: 4 Republicans back Senate resolution to undo Trump’s tariffs around the globe.

RFD-TV: Sen. Roger Marshall: China’s Investment in U.S. Sorghum Could Pressure Mexico to Buy More.

AgriPulse: China to buy 25 million tons of soybeans annually, near recent average.

MSNBC: Drought is causing high beef price: Senator defends Trump’s Argentina plan.

Fox News: We’ve almost got Chuck Schumer where we want him, says Sen. Roger Marshall.

Bloomberg: Trump, Xi Likely to Pursue Trade Truce, Not Transformation, at Summit.

Real Clear Health: Healthcare Price Transparency Is the Shutdown Solution.

Axios: Food giants enlist new allies in war over RFK Jr.’s food dye bans (Axios).

Newsmax: Senators Target Abuse in 340B Drug Discount Plan.

Washington Post: A decade of dramatic GOP change since Paul Ryan became speaker.

Inside Health Policy: Advocates Hopeful Price Transparency Can Be Bipartisan Priority Once APTC Standoff Ends.

JC Post: Reports: China buys several shiploads of U.S. soybeans ahead of Trump trade meeting.

KCLY: Kansas Congressional Delegation Suspends Pay amid Federal Government Shutdown.
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Fox News: FBI thwarts ‘potential terrorist attack,’ arrests multiple people in Michigan, Patel says.

Newsmax: $12B in Trump Farm Aid Ready but Stalled by Shutdown.

Fox Business: Mortgage rates fall for fourth consecutive week, lowest level in over a year.

Daily Wire: The Nation’s Top Businesses Push For End Of Government Shutdown.

Fox News: Trump’s war on drugs stops at Mexican border — for now.

Newsmax: Trump: Trade Deal With South Korea Reached.

NBC: Pete Hegseth says U.S. carried out another strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific Ocean, killing 4 people.

Fox News: Trial begins over Trump’s fight to deploy National Guard troops to Oregon.

Hays Post: As the Medicare enrollment window opens, a new study gives Missouri, Kansas below-average scores.

KCTV5: Kansas City air traffic controllers speak out as government shutdown continues.

Fox 4: Kansas governor says she won’t get into Chiefs, Royals bidding war.

AP: Venezuela’s Maduro says the US is fabricating a war and seeks to revoke citizenship of opponent.

BBC: Trump raises tariffs on Canadian goods over Reagan advert.

KWCH: Hutchinson firefighter recognized for lifesaving efforts during Disney vacation.

KWCH: Third teen arrested in murder of Kansas congressman’s intern.

Salina Post: The Salvation Army of Salina steps up to meet the need as SNAP assistance remains on hold.
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Government, Kansas

Governor Kelly Issues Statement on Order in SNAP Benefits Case

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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today issued the following statement after a federal judge in the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts issued an order finding that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) must use its Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) contingency funds to fund the program during the ongoing federal government shutdown. The Court also found that if the contingency fund cannot fully fund the program in November, then the federal government must consider other additional funding sources. The USDA has until the end of the day on Monday to let the Court know whether their plan is to partially or fully fund the SNAP program.

“The Court’s decision today makes clear that the Trump Administration has acted unlawfully in its attempt to withhold November SNAP benefits from millions of Americans, including nearly 188,000 Kansans,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “The federal government has a legal and moral responsibility to fund this program so Kansans can continue to feed themselves and their families. While this ruling is a step forward, I urge the USDA to act swiftly to comply with this order and issue November benefits to prevent 42 million Americans from going hungry.”

The order comes after Governor Kelly joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general, two governors, and the District of Columbia in suing the Trump Administration for suspending SNAP benefits in a manner that is both contrary to law and arbitrary and capricious under the Administrative Procedure Act.

Today’s order makes clear that USDA must use contingency funds to pay for SNAP benefits. The USDA must present a plan to the court by Monday, November 3, to begin issuing SNAP benefits (full or partial).

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