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*WEEK OF DECEMBER 15, 2025*


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Governor Kelly Attends Statehouse
Hanukkah Celebration

Hanukkah

“This week at the Statehouse, Kansans came together to light the Hanukkah candles and celebrate 17 years of this tradition led by Rabbi Zalman Tiechtel. In the face of division, the light of the Temple menorah reminds us that hope and unity can always overcome darkness.”

*Press:*

* *Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, Jewish leaders mark Hanukkah celebration with call to end violence [ [link removed] ]*
*"KSNT" [ [link removed] ]*
* *Kansas hosts 15th annual Hanukkah celebration at the Statehouse [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *State leaders say it’s time to make change at annual Hanukkah ceremony [ [link removed] ] *
"*WIBW*"



Governor Kelly Appoints Christi Smith as Inaugural Director of the Kansas Office of Early Childhood

OEC Director

“The establishment of the Kansas Office of Early Childhood marks a transformative step for our state in building the most robust, comprehensive early childhood system in the nation. I am confident that Christi’s years of impressive experience along with her passion will provide the leadership necessary to ensure the office successfully delivers on its charge. I look forward to her work to align our early childhood investments, develop a world-class early childhood system that benefits Kansas children and families, and secure a brighter economic future for our entire state”

*Press:*

* *Governor names director of new child services agency [ [link removed] ]*
"*Sunflower State Journal*"
* *Christ Smith named inaugural Office of Early Childhood director [ [link removed] ]*
"*State Affairs*"



Governor Kelly Announces Over $1M for
Apprenticeship Programs

Apprenticeships

“Since the Kansas Office of Registered Apprenticeship was established, Kansas has continued to be a leader in business and workforce growth. Through the power of apprenticeships, and investments like these, we’re able to provide workers hands-on opportunities to expand their skills as well as offer businesses a reliable and dependable workforce. Simply put, apprenticeships are good for workers, good for businesses, and good for our state – they're a win-win-win.”

*Press:*

* *More Than $1 Million Invested in Kansas Apprenticeship Programs [ [link removed] ]*
"*KCLY*"
* *Governor Kelly Announces Over $1M for Apprenticeship Programs [ [link removed] ]*
"*KRSL*" [ [link removed] ]





ICYMI

* *'Pushback has been effective' by Democratic governors to Trump: Kelly [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *‘Just dead wrong’: Governor Laura Kelly strongly against possible redistricting bill in Kansas [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNT*"
* *Kansas governor doubtful GOP legislators can pull off congressional redistricting [ [link removed] ]*
"*Kansas Reflector*"
* *KDOT, KHP launch dust-storm safety campaign [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"











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