2020 south central kansas regional legislative agenda...economic development support regional...

Economic DevelopmentSupport regional economic development

projects, protection of the state’s economic development incentives and programs that

keep the state competitive

Education and Workforce Development Encourage state education policymakers and

post-secondary institutions to adopt innovative and cutting edge programs and

practices to meet business needs for a skilled workforce.

Business-Friendly Environment Support expansion of Medicaid (KanCare) that

is revenue neutral and encourages personal responsibility.

Mental Health and Substance AbuseEncourage the legislature and administration to consider additional investments designed

to address the treatment of mental health and substance abuse in South Central Kansas.

Transportation and Infrastructure Preserve dedicated transportation funding

and ensure that South Central Kansas receives equitable distribution of

transportation funding to build and preserve the transportation infrastructure that is vital

to business and industry.

2020 South Central Kansas Regional Legislative Agenda

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Vision | To build a regional consensus on top policy priorities and maximize the influence of the South

Central Kansas region at the state capitol and with the Kansas Federal Delegation.

Goal | Through our regional partnerships, the South Central Kansas Regional Legislative Agenda will provide

a powerful voice for the South Central Kansas region, with the influence of the agenda and partnerships

growing each year.

Jason Watkins | 316.461.8112 jason@wsks.us

Andrew Wiens | 316.268.1135 awiens@wichitachamber.org

Regional Support