Jennings Eyes Top Spot in Kansas House

Lakin, KS (westernkansasnews.com) Representative Russ Jennings of the 122nd district is running to become the next speaker of the Kansas House.  The position has awesome responsibility.

The speaker can also set the timetable for debate on key issues.  Here is why haing someone in this position helps Western Kansas.

The Republican caucus votes December 5th on House leadership with a floor vote in January when the session opens.

There is also the potential for a ripple effect as President-Elect Donald Trump selects 4,000 new people for jobs in his administration.  Representative Jennings expects turnover for some statewide offices in Kansas.

For those that leave it creates opportunities for others.

With those potentially taking over state offices, it remains to be seen if this will mark a dramatic shift in policy from their predecessors. 

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