The Kansas Briefing

S3 E8 - Speaker Hawkins Concludes Apr 20, 2025

I sit down with Speaker Dan Hawkins to conclude the 2025 Legislative session!

S3 E7 - The Freedom From Taxes Fund Mar 14, 2025

This week we took some time to explain HCR 5014, the Freedom From Taxes Fund amendment! This fund could help eliminate the need to pay property taxes if it were to succeed-but we won't get there without people learning about it!

S3 E6 So How's the Legislature? Mar 07, 2025

In this episode I sat down with Representatives Megan Steele, Dawn Wolf and Sherri Brantley to discuss their experiences in the legislature! All three women are freshman representatives this year and come from a variety of places in Kansas.

S3 E5 Judicial Selection and Criminal Law with Chairwoman Humphries Feb 28, 2025

This week we sat down with Chairwoman Humphries to discuss the issues with the Kansas Constitution and how it prescribes the selection of KS Supreme Court judges, current issues around our criminal system and more!

S3 E4 Western Kansas & Ag with Chairman Rahjes Feb 15, 2025

This podcast will serve to provide updates on what Kansas legislators are working on in the Capitol and provide insights through an unbiased lens. The most current issues and topics shared directly by the experts in the Kansas Legislature. This week, we spoke with Chairman Ken Rahjes of the Agriculture and Natural Resources committee.

S3 E3 Taxes and Voting! Feb 08, 2025

This podcast will serve to provide updates on what Kansas legislators are working on in the Capitol and provide insights through an unbiased lens. The most current issues and topics shared directly by the experts in the Kansas Legislature. This week, we meet with both Taxation Chairman Adam Smith and then Elections Chairman Pat Proctor.

S3 E2 Adding Up the Kansas Budget Feb 01, 2025

This podcast will serve to provide updates on what Kansas legislators are working on in the Capitol and provide insights through an unbiased lens. The most current issues and topics shared directly by the experts in the Kansas Legislature. This week, we meet with Representative Troy Waymaster, who chairs the Appropriations Committee in the House, to discuss the Kansas budget.

S3E1 Introduction To The 2025 Kansas House Session Jan 25, 2025

This podcast will serve to provide updates on what Kansas legislators are working on in the Capitol and provide insights through an unbiased lens. The most current issues and topics shared directly by the experts in the Kansas Legislature.

S2E11 Tax Plan with Chairman Smith Mar 22, 2024

In this episode we discuss the tax plan that the Kansas House is working on to provide Kansans with much needed relief.

S2E10 China & Kansas Security Mar 08, 2024

In this episode, we talk to experts Michael Lucci from State Armor and Brian Cavanaugh from American Global Strategies about the threat of China and other foreign adversaries. We discuss the steps our state is taking to protect our land and military installations.

S2E9 Speaker Hawkins Update Mar 01, 2024

This week we sat down with Speaker Hawkins to discuss what the rest of session holds for the Kansas House.

Rep. Will Carpenter-Medicaid Reimbursement Rates and I/DD Waitlist Feb 23, 2024

In this episode, we hear from the Chairman of the House Federal & State Affairs Committee. He explains to us what his committee focuses on and what they have done this session. Also, we get the opportunity to hear about his work on the Social Services Budget Committee and the important work he's done to address Medicaid Reimbursement Rates and the I/DD Waitlist.

S2E7 Rep. Susan Humphries- Judiciary Committee Feb 16, 2024

In this episode, we hear from the Chair of the Judiciary Committee, Susan Humphries, about what bills she's been working on. We delve deep into the Age Verification Bill that protect children from harmful pornographic material online.

S2E6 Rep. Laura Williams- Workforce Development Feb 09, 2024

In this episode, we hear from Rep. Laura Williams on 2 bills she is currently working on that address workforce development in the state of Kansas and the health of the Kansas National Guard.

S2E5 Rep. Adam Turk & Lt Col Keith Marshall Feb 02, 2024

In this episode, we heard from Lt Col Keith Marshall about his background and role as well as the Adjutant General's legislative priorities. We also discuss National Guard legislation with Rep. Adam Turk.

S2E4 The FGA-Medicaid Expansion Jan 25, 2024

Join us to hear from experts, Roy Lenardson and Sam Adolphsen from The Foundation for Government Accountability. In this episode we discuss the myths and truths about Medicaid Expansion and how Kansas can learn from others states before making the costly mistake of expanding.

S2E3 Rep. Smith-Comprehensive Tax Package Jan 19, 2024

In this episode, we hear from Rep. Adam Smith who is the Chair of the House Tax Committee. He explains to us how Republicans came together and passed a Comprehensive Tax Package to give Kansans much needed tax relief.

S2E2 Majority Leader Croft- 2024 Session Jan 12, 2024

In this episode, we hear from Majority Leader Chris Croft about the Republican vision for the 2024 Session.

S2E1 Rep. Rebecca Schmoe- 2A Constitutional Amendment Jan 12, 2024

In this episode, we hear from Rep. Rebecca Schmoe who is carrying a bill aimed at including an Amendment in the Kansas Constitution to further protect our 2nd Amendment Rights.

S1E15 May 16, 2023

In this episode, The Speaker Pro Tempore wraps up the Legislative Session detailing what bills became law, what vetoes we overrode, and what work we have ahead.

Now that we are in the off-session, we are exploring new ways to continue to bring you new content on the Kansas Briefing.

S1E14 Rep. John Eplee- Women's Bill of Rights Mar 31, 2023

In this episode, we sit down with Rep. John Eplee to discuss the Women's Bill of Rights as well as other important bills that came out of the House Health and Human Services Committee.

S1E13 Rep. Ron Bryce- Born Alive Act Mar 24, 2023

In this episode we hear about the bill known as the "Born Alive Act" that was passed in the Kansas House. Rep. Ron Bryce from Coffeyville talks to us about what the bill includes and how a personal story led him to be the carrier of the bill.

S1E12 Rep. Nick Hoheisel- ESG Mar 24, 2023

In this episode we talk an issue that has become a concern for Kansans who are invested in the state retirement fund. Chairman of the Financial Institutions and Pensions, Rep. Nick Hoheisel, discusses the details of the ESG bill that was passed this week in the Kansas House.

S1E11 Rep. Jim Minnix- Water Mar 17, 2023

In this episode we hear about the vital issue of Water in the State of Kansas. The Chairman of the House Water Committee, Rep. Jim Minnix, explains this issue and the work that the committee has done.

S1E10 Rep. Rebecca Schmoe- 2nd Amendment Mar 10, 2023

In this episode we sit down with Rep. Rebecca Schmoe from Ottawa to discuss the 2nd Amendment and the bills that we have seen in the Kansas Legislature.

S1E9 Rep. Proctor-Elections Feb 24, 2023

In this episode, we will hear about legislation that focuses on creating safeguards for our elections and ensuring we maintain and restore voter confidence.

S1E8 Riley Gaines- Fairness in Women's Sports Feb 17, 2023

In this episode, we hear from Rep. Barb Wasinger and special guest, Riley Gaines. Riley swam against Lia Thomas and has been advocating for the restoration of fairness in women's sports and opportunities for female athletes.

To support Riley's efforts, visit her website: ninepac.org

S1E7 Rep. Williams- Education Savings Accounts Feb 17, 2023

In this episode, we will hear from the Chairwoman of the House K-12 Education Budget Committee on the Sunflower Education Equity Act and how ESA's can change Kansas students' lives.

S1E6 Rep. Smith- Taxation Feb 10, 2023

In this episode, we will hear from the Chairman of the House Committee on Taxation and what bills are being heard in his committee. Some proposals that we discuss are the Flat Tax and Taxation of Social Security benefits.

S1E5 Rep. Blew- Youth in the Legislature/Childcare Feb 10, 2023

In this episode, we will hear from Rep. Tory Marie Blew on her perspective as a young Legislator and the topics she's focusing on like childcare and families.

S1E4- The Majority Leader Feb 03, 2023

In this episode, we hear from the House Majority Leader on his background, his role in the Kansas House, and the Republican Legislative Platform called "A Better Way."

S1E3 Rep. Owens-Criminal Justice Feb 03, 2023

In this episode, we will hear from the Chairman of the Corrections and Juvenile Justice Oversight on what the current state of the Criminal Justice is in Kansas.

S1E2 The Speaker Jan 27, 2023

This week we talk with our new Speaker of the House, Dan Hawkins. He explains to us what experiences led him to this position and what his vision is for Kansas.

S1E1 Introduction Jan 27, 2023

Thank you for tuning in to The Kansas Briefing! Our host, Speaker Pro-Tem Blake Carpenter, explains the purpose of this podcast and what we can look forward to hearing week to week. We'll also hear about his background and how he ended up in the Kansas Legislature.

We appreciate your participation and feedback and hope you will stay tuned for future episodes!

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