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*WEEK OF JANUARY 1, 2024*


Job Report Week of January 1, 2024






Governor Kelly Announces Food Sales Tax Drops to 2%?

GLK Grocery

"By taking a middle-of-the-road approach, we have been able to continue putting money back in the pockets of every Kansan. This reduction is a step toward eliminating the state sales tax on groceries completely, which will happen in 2025.??

*Press:*

* *As the new year begins, Kansans now paying less for groceries as food tax drops [ [link removed] ]
"KMBC"*
* *Kansas residents to enjoy substantial savings in 2024 [ [link removed] ]
"KSN16"*
* *Shoppers react to drop in Kansas grocery tax [ [link removed] ]
"KAKE?"*



Governor Kelly Announces Highest Employment Rate
in Kansas State History

GLK speaking

?Hard-working Kansans have been the force behind our strong economic growth as a state. Now, we must continue to recruit more people to move here and more Kansans to join the workforce in order to keep up with the great job opportunities being created across the state.?

*Press:*

* *Governor: Kansas reaches highest employment rate in state history* [ [link removed] ]
"*KAKE?*"
* *More Kansans worked in 2023 than in the state?s 162-year history [ [link removed] ]
WIBW?*



Governor Kelly Announces More than $4.6M for
Six Fast-charging EV Locations

GLK EV

?As more electric cars and trucks make their way onto Kansas roadways, they will need access to adequate charging facilities. With these awards, we?ll ensure electric vehicle charging stations are accessible to all Kansans for local and long-distance trips.?

*Press:*

* *Kansas set to open six electric vehicle charging locations, filling coverage gaps [ [link removed] ]
"Kansas Reflector?"*
* *More than $4.6M directed to six locations for Kansas?s electric vehicle program [ [link removed] ]
"WIBW?"*
* *Kansas receives more than $4.6M for 6 electric vehicle charging locations [ [link removed] ]
"State Affairs?"*
* *Kansas receiving $4.6M for new fast-charging EV Locations [ [link removed] ]
"KAKE?"*
* *Governor Kelly announces $4.6 million in federal funds to support six new EV charging stations [ [link removed] ]**
"KMAN?"*



Governor Kelly Unveils New Designation for
Kansas Cities Improving High-Speed Internet
GLK Computer

?Participation in the Kansas Broadband Ready Communities program spurs internet access improvements and builds resilient, future-ready communities. A Broadband Ready Community designation signifies that a local government has taken steps toward economic growth, educational opportunities, and improved quality of life for its residents.?

*Press:*

* *New community designation available for improved high-speed internet in Kansas* [ [link removed] ]
"*WIBW *"
* *Governor Kelly announces launch of Kansas Broadband Ready Communities [ [link removed] ]*
"*KCLY*"



SOTS

*DON'T MISS IT?*

Governor Laura Kelly will give her 2024 State of the State Address on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 6:30 pm C.T.

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WATCH LIVE HERE? [ [link removed] ]*







ICYMI

* *Russell City Council adopts resolution supporting Medicaid expansion in Kansas [ [link removed] ]
"KRSL?"*
* *Kelly Administration highlights key successes during 2023 [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW?*"
* *Kansas GDP growth tops in nation for third quarter of 2023, report shows [ [link removed] ]
"KWCH?"*











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