Day at the Statehouse is Feb. 2

We have reserved Thursday, Feb. 2 as the day for Kansas newspaper editors and publishers to come to Topeka, discuss legislation and have lunch with legislators at the Kansas Press Association’s “Day at the Statehouse.”

“Last year we had a decent turnout, but with all the new faces in Topeka this session, it’s imperative that we come out in force and make sure transparency in government is at the top of mind for those who represent us,” said Rich Gannon, director of governmental affairs. “These one-on-one meetings are one key to our continued success at the Statehouse.

“We’re asking each member to contact their legislator, invite them to the lunch and then join them here in Topeka.”

Plans are still being finalized, but we’ll likely meet at a conference room in the State Capitol and try to line up presentations from the new and continuing leaders of the House and Senate.

“It’s our first chance to make a lasting impression on the new House and Senate members, and to remind those who are returning that we’re still working to improve the state’s open government laws,” said Doug Anstaett, KPA executive director.

To sign up for KPA Day, go here.