Laura Kelly on Budget & Economy

	Laura Kelly on Budget & Economy

$35M/year over five years to deal with water issues

In addition to fully funding the State Water Plan for the second year in a row, we invested an historic $35 million each of the next five years to deal with water issues. And, we're paying off water infrastructure debt early, giving us additional dollars to resolve the crisis. My budget proposal will include more funding for rural towns to update their water systems. It will provide additional resources to help farmers and ranchers implement water-saving practices. Source: 2024 State of the State Address to Kansas legislature , Jan 10, 2024

Funding & assistance to strengthen rural small businesses

We have been able to help nearly 3,000 small businesses across the state with grants for payroll and other expenses. But we know more must be done. That's why I'm pleased about the resurrection of the Kansas Main Street Program and the launch of the Main Street Affiliate Community program. These programs provide funding and technical assistance to help transform and strengthen rural downtowns. Source: 2021 State of the State Address to the Kansas legislature , Jan 13, 2021

Address financial crisis without new taxes

Those breathtaking years of crisis have left Kansas on the brink of collapse. While the time for finger pointing is over, we're not off the hook for the long-term consequences of past policy decisions. I'm proud to honor my promise to balance the budget without raising taxes. That is why we must be cautious, conservative and fiscally responsible. We must live within our means. Prioritize what matters most. Always look for ways to save. And always make sure our children come first. Source: 2019 State of the State address to Kansas legislature , Jan 16, 2019

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