University Daily Kansan, June 25, 1981
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Topics elicit diverse answers from legislators
State Senator
Jane Eldredge
R-Lawrence
BUDGET CUTS
LAST SESSION
"I'm afraid the greatest impact will be in the social services and education, but we won't know until it all 'over." Sen. Jen Eldredge, RLawrence,
THINGSUNDONE
"I would say it was very conservative in keeping with the mood of Kansas as well as that of the country. I think the appropriations were conservative as well, and many state agencies feel disappointed." Ed里德 said.
Sen. Jane Eldredge
"There are some things which I felt needed additional work," Eldredge said, "in particular the severance tax and the Juvenile Code."
"The entire Juvenile Code is under study by the Judicial Council. I was disappointed they didn't get that finished in the last session."
COURTVACANCY
Eldredge said she had not yet considered anyone for the Supreme Court vacancy. However, she said she and her lawyers could participate in American Bar Association supported
and who has had experience in the judicial system.
"I think a woman would be wonderful. I think it's time to have a woman," Eldredge said.
"I expect Reagan will appoint a conservative and that will swing the balance toward a more conservative court."
I think the (state) appropriations were conservative as well, and many state agencies feel disappointed.
Sen. Jane Eldredge
CURRENT WORK
"I'm not working on anything specific right now." Fildredge said.
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However, she is chairman of the Special Claima Committee which meets twice a month during the interim.
The committee handles all claims against the state and "provides a balance of fairness to people who feel the state has injured them", Edlredge said.
"I was really glad to delve into those areas, and we'll see more done next time."
"Those are the two things I'm most concerned that further action be taken on," she said.
State Representative
John Solbach
D-Lawrence
BUDGET CITS
"It has been estimated that if the Reagan budget cuts are approved by Congress the state of Kansas would have to make up between $65 and $150 million," State Rep John Solbach, D-Lawrence, said.
Since Kansas runs on a cash basis and is prohibited from operating in the red, the state cannot borrow money.
"The severance tax is our best hope to raise the funds we will need," he said.
LAST SESSION
"We have moved down the road toward resolving the financial and taxation issues in the state," Solbach said.
Decisions have been made regarding how to raise money to run education in the state, Solbach said.
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The Legislature also passed a hazardous waste bill and re-established the Ethics Commission during the last session.
"We realize that what the University of Kansas does goes far beyond Douglas County. We need to fund institutions of higher education for the future of our state," he said.
There are currently lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of the present system.
THINGS UNDONE
"If the court orders reappraisal, there will be a shift of taxes onto homeowners." Solbach said.
"We did not pass the severance tax nor did we classify property for tax purposes." Solbach said.
is appraised at 20 to 30 percent of its value."
He said the Legislature would like to pass a reappraisal bill before the court tax season.
"We need to classify property because over the years real and personal property have been appraised differently. Since personal property is valued at 30 percent, as the constitution states it should be, However, real property, like land, is appraised only when it's sold. It doesn't change owners as often as personal property and ends up being worth $1 to 9 percent of its fair market value.
Rep. John Solbach
COURTVACANCY
"Commercial and industrial property
"I see no reason why a woman should not be appointed to the Supreme Court."
CURRENT WORK
"I would like to see Barbara Jordan appointed. She is bright and articulate. I think she would bring a freshness and vitality to the Court."
He is also on the Legislative Congressional Judicial Apportionment
Solbach is on an interim Energy Committee that will meet June 29. This committee is researching water and energy conservation.
Committee that is looking at new lines for state reapportionment.
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