Week 8 Update: SNAP Policy Changes, Fiscal Oversight, and the Importance of Responsible Government

Week 8 Update: SNAP Policy Changes, Fiscal Oversight, and the Importance of Responsible Government

Dale Helwig
Published on: 08/03/2026

Kansas legislative update covering SNAP policy changes, oversight of taxpayer spending through HB 2427, and thoughts on responsible government.

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Week 7 Update: Budget Votes & Property Tax Debate

Week 7 Update: Budget Votes & Property Tax Debate

Dale Helwig
Published on: 01/03/2026

Week 7 legislative update covering the Kansas state budget, property tax reform, STAR Bonds, and District 1 community events.

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Week 6 Legislative Update: Turnaround Week at the Capitol

Week 6 Legislative Update: Turnaround Week at the Capitol

Dale Helwig
Published on: 22/02/2026

Turnaround Week at the Kansas Capitol: SB 244 override vote, school cellphone policy, fraud oversight reforms, outdoor licenses, and student visits.

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Week 5 Legislative Update: Property Taxes, Election Integrity, and Protecting Kansas Families

Week 5 Legislative Update: Property Taxes, Election Integrity, and Protecting Kansas Families

Dale Helwig
Published on: 15/02/2026

Week 5 legislative update from Rep. Dale Helwig covering SB 244 veto, property tax freeze proposal, voter ID amendment, SNAP reform, and school policy legislation.

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