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WEEK OF JANUARY 19, 2026*
Job Report
Governor Kelly Cuts Ribbon on Emporia State University Nursing and Student Wellness Center
ESU
“This week at Emporia State University, we cut the ribbon on the new Nursing and Student Wellness Center—a milestone investment in hands-on health care education. I’m honored to have a room named in my honor in this innovative space that will shape the future of Kansas' workforce.”
*Press:*
* *ESU opens new Nursing and Student Wellness Center [ [link removed] ]*
*"The Emporia Gazette" [ [link removed] ]*
* *Ribbon-cutting ceremony opens ESU Nursing + Student Wellness Center [ [link removed] ]*
"*KVOE*"
* *Emporia State unveils new Nursing and Student Wellness Building [ [link removed] ]
"KSNT"*
Governor Kelly Celebrates Equality Day at the Capitol
Equality Day
“This Equality Day, I proudly stood with Kansans who believe in fairness and inclusion for all. I'll continue to support LGBTQ+ Kansans and fight for a state where everyone can live authentically. As your governor, you'll always have an ally in me.”
*Press:*
* *How LGBTQ+ advocates celebrated Equality Day at the Kansas Statehouse [ [link removed] ] *
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
Governor Kelly Announces $135M to Replace
Central Avenue Bridges in Wyandotte County
KDOT
“Today’s announcement reflects the power of collaboration, looking at the bigger picture and listening to communities. Through effective problem solving we’re able to address more needs with the same level of investment.”
*Press:*
* *Governor Kelly, KCK mayor, KDOT announce $135M in funding for Central Avenue bridges [ [link removed] ]*
*"KSHB" [ [link removed] ]*
* *KDOT announces $135M to replace Central Avenue bridges in Wyandotte County [ [link removed] ]*
"*Fox 4*"
Governor Kelly Joins Literacy Day at the Statehouse
Literacy Day
“This week at the Statehouse, I joined members of the Kansas Board of Regents, legislators, and education advocates to celebrate Literacy Day and our shared commitment to ensuring every Kansas student has the skills they need to succeed inside and outside the classroom.”
Governor Kelly Announces Kansas Office of Early Childhood Inaugural Annual Report Submitted to the Kansas Legislature
OEC
“We are making Kansas the premier state to raise a family by building a comprehensive early childhood system that is transparent, efficient, and easier for Kansas families, child care providers, and businesses to navigate. Establishing the Kansas Office of Early Childhood was a foundational first step in this process. The inaugural Annual Report outlines significant progress toward building a more robust system and provides a pathway to set the Office up for long-term success.”
ICYMI
* *Governor seeks to restore state budget’s structural balance during final year in office [ [link removed] ]
"KVOE"*
* *Governor Kelly Announces Over $2.6M for Airport Infrastructure [ [link removed] ]
"Ad Astra Radio"*
* *Will Kansas government employees get a pay raise in state budget? [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *Laura Kelly again proposes helping pay for some student school lunches [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *Kansas governor declares state of disaster emergency for winter storm [ [link removed] ]*
"*Topeka Capital-Journal*"
* *Governor Kelly Announces Over $1.4M to Support Survivors of Domestic Violence and Families [ [link removed] ]*
"*KRSL*"
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