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*WEEK OF FEBRUARY 2, 2026*
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Governor Kelly Celebrates Joe Walsh, Other Kansas Artists at Governor’s Arts Awards
Arts Awards
“Thanks to the dedicated individuals and organizations in our state who make our communities more vibrant, the arts are thriving in Kansas. When creativity is supported and encouraged, we strengthen intergenerational relationships, boost economic innovation, and improve community identity.”
*Press:*
* *Governor Kelly Celebrates Joe Walsh, Other Kansas Artists at Governor’s Arts Awards [ [link removed] ]*
*"This is Topeka" [ [link removed] ]*
* *Hays sculptor Pete Felten wins 2026 Governor's Arts Legacy Award [ [link removed] ]*
"*Hays Post*"
* *Governor’s Art Awards celebrate 24 Kansas artists [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to
Combat Crime, Bolster Public Safety
Crime Bill
“This bipartisan bill takes reasonable steps to ensure that Kansans are safe and that crime is being addressed in our communities. Enhancing public safety is essential to building a Kansas where businesses and families want to put down roots.”
*Press:*
* *What are the first bills Gov. Kelly signed in 2026? [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNT*"
* *Kelly signs Kansas bill addressing crime in effort to strengthen public safety [ [link removed] ]
"WIBW"*
Governor Kelly Joins Moms Demand Action
Advocacy Day
Moms Demand Action
“This week, I joined Moms Demand Action [ [link removed] ], advocates, and legislators to honor victims and survivors of gun violence in our state. To work toward making Kansas and our country safer, we must have open, honest, and difficult discussions about the causes of gun violence.”
*Press:*
* *Kansas parents push for new gun storage regulations at Statehouse rally [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *See the photos from Moms Demand Action advocacy day at Kansas Capitol [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*" [ [link removed] ]
Governor Kelly Joins Kansas Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics for Annual Advocacy Day
Pediatrics
“Healthy childhoods lead to healthy lives. This week, I joined the Kansas Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics for their annual advocacy day. Their work to promote the well-being of Kansas children and families is creating a healthier, more equitable Kansas.”
Governor Kelly Joins Kansas Association of Realtors
for Annual Lunch and Rally
Realtors
“It was great to discuss my 2026 legislative priorities with the Kansas Association of Realtors this week. Their work to help Kansans find their homes and businesses put down roots in our state is helping move Kansas forward.”
ICYMI
* *Wyandotte County approves STAR Bonds for Chiefs stadium [ [link removed] ]*
"*WIBW*"
* *Kansas took in almost $1 billion in taxes in January, more than expected [ [link removed] ]*
"*KSNW*"
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