Governor Laura Kelly grew up in a career military family where she learned the importance of service, integrity, and accountability. She has made it her life's work to fight for children and families as a four-term state senator and now in her second term as the 48th Governor of the State of Kansas.

Laura Jeanne Kelly (born January 24, 1950) [1][2] is an American politician serving as the 48th governor of Kansas since 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she represented the 18th district in the Kansas Senate from 2005 to 2019. [3] . Kelly was elected governor in 2018, defeating Republican nominee Kris Kobach. [4] .

Governor Kelly Unveils Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. Governor Kelly's balanced budget proposal fully funds Kansas public schools, invests in water and early childhood, expands Medicaid, and more. Learn more

14 hours ago · Kansas Governor Laura Kelly ordered flags throughout the state to be flown at half-staff until sundown next Thursday, Feb. 6, in honor of the 67 people killed in Wednesday night’s plane crash ...

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As a state senator for 14 years, Governor Kelly was a leading voice in promoting healthy families in Kansas and the importance of top-notch public schools in communities of all sizes. She built a reputation as a no-nonsense leader who worked with Democrats and …

Nov 22, 2024 · TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has granted two additional pardons Friday. Kelly made the announcement on Nov. 22 for two people who showed signs they’ve been rehabilitated,...

Dec 18, 2024 · TOPEKA — Gov. Laura Kelly plans to deploy political capital during the 2025 Kansas legislative session to broaden commitment to a bipartisan, multigenerational investment in protection of the state’s water supply.

Nov 25, 2024 · Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly on Monday called for no new tax cuts in 2025, setting the Democrat on a collision path with Republicans who have vowed to take action on property taxes after voters...

• Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly issued the following statement early Thursday regarding the crash: “I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives last night and extend my deepest condolences to ...