Jason Alatidd

3 days ago | cjonline.com | Jason Alatidd |Stacey Saldanha-Olson

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach requested a federal investigation into four Kansas school districts regarding their transgender student policies. Kobach alleges the districts' policies violate FERPA and Title IX by concealing information from parents and compromising student privacy. Some of the districts maintain policies allowing students to use facilities aligning with their gender identity, not their sex assigned at birth.

3 days ago | salina.com | Jason Alatidd |Stacey Saldanha-Olson

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach requested a federal investigation into four Kansas school districts regarding their transgender student policies. Kobach alleges the districts' policies violate FERPA and Title IX by concealing information from parents and compromising student privacy. Some of the districts maintain policies allowing students to use facilities aligning with their gender identity, not their sex assigned at birth.

5 days ago | cjonline.com | Jack Harvel |Jason Alatidd

129 new Kansas laws were enacted in 2025, with most taking effect July 1. Key legislation includes the establishment of the Office of Early Childhood, a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, and increased campaign contribution limits. Tax laws were modified, including a gradual shift to a flat income tax and exemptions for certain vehicles and properties.

1 week ago | cjonline.com | Jason Alatidd

A confidential IT security audit of Topeka Public Schools (USD 501) was reviewed by Kansas legislators. The audit, which is kept confidential, was part of a routine review of government agencies. Local lawmakers expressed confidence in the district's response and ongoing efforts to address identified issues. Local lawmakers expressed confidence in the response by Topeka Public Schools to a confidential audit of IT security.

1 week ago | cjonline.com | Jason Alatidd

The Trump administration cancelled an $8.2 million federal grant to Kansas for digital equity, claiming the program is racist and unconstitutional. The grant was intended to improve digital skills, expand access to devices and affordable broadband, and enhance civic engagement, particularly in underserved communities. While this cancellation doesn't directly impact the larger $451.7 million BEAD program for broadband expansion in Kansas, future funding cuts are uncertain.