30 March 2006

Governor issues statement on Senate’s lack of agreement on schools

The following statement is from Governor Kathleen Sebelius:

“I am disappointed that a majority of senators could not come to agreement on a plan to support our children.

“The Senate voted to kill the education bill, which reflected the efforts of House members, Republicans and Democrats from all areas of Kansas.

“They rejected a vision of stronger public schools, which I support, which would have ensured every Kansas child could get a first-class education through all-day kindergarten, extra help for students in need, and the freedom for communities to provide additional local support and control.

“I’ll continue to work closely with legislators to take positive action to strengthen our schools.”