
In Kansas . . . Some people like Republicans . . . Others prefer Democratic Party reps . . . But NOBODY truly cares for journalists . . . Maybe if the cops scare ur mum to death but that's about it and a pretty high bar to jump.
And so . . . Here's a "controversy" that won't get much play . . . Check-it:
"The rule change, which is consistent with one imposed by Senate President Ty Masterson three years ago, restricts reporters’ access to the legislative process and action that can be observed and heard only from the floor. Previously, reporters were given access to a small area in a corner of the chamber. Now, reporters will be relegated to the public galley overlooking the chamber."
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
Kansas House speaker bans reporters from chamber floor, doesn't say why * Kansas Reflector
House Speaker Dan Hawkins banned reporting from the House chamber floor in new rules issued ahead of the legislative session, breaking from historical precedent and further exhibiting his disregard for news reporting.
Related . . .
Kansas Legislature convenes 2025 session with emboldened Republican supermajority * Kansas Reflector
The 2025 Kansas Legislature convenes Monday for the annual session. The twist: Republicans will operate with bigger House and Senate partisan majorities.
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