Governor Laura Kelly visited Hays on Wednesday for the ceremonial signing of Senate Substitute for House Bill 2172, which officially creates a water program task force aimed at developing a long-term, sustainable investment strategy for Kansas water resources. The newly formed task force is charged with designing a water program supported by a dedicated revenue source and evaluating the state’s current water funding and planning laws. It will submit a preliminary report to the governor and Legislature by January 31, 2026, and a final report by January 31, 2027.
Source: KCLY Radio
