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3 | Page February 7 I ssueproper solution for roads, maintenance, utilities, zoning and the residents and businesses that exist in this area. Signs are positive that this request will be granted and that neither of these bills will move forward this session.HB 2088, which would set a \some amendments. KAC is continuing to offer feedback, but would remain opposed if this bill creates unrealistic timelines or would make it more difficult for neighboring property owners to give their feedback on projects. SCR 1603, the constitutional amendment that would cap valuation increases at no more than 3% in perpetuity has hit a major roadblock. The House Speaker has expressed his disinterest in advancing this legislation, leaving it on unsure footing. The Senate was originally looking to move this legislation quickly, but that plan has now stalled. It is unclear what the fate of SCR 1611 will be now.SB 11, which would require the State 911 board to establish requirements for CPR training for 911 operators, is heading back for additional negotiations between proponents and opponents. There have been concerns about how much the additional training would cost PSAP operators, which has led to more conversation. Watch this space for updates.SB 17, which would give an exception for weight limits for certain vehicles, was heard in Senate Transportation. Several groups, including KAC weighed in against the bill, arguing that allowing these vehicles to operate overweight without the permits available under current law would create a situation where there would be increased road damage without increased fees to help offset that damage. Additionally, the Highway Patrol raised safety concerns around stopping distances for heavier loads. It is up to the committee to determine if they will move this bill forward now.The House wants to have their budget process complete by mid-February, which is essentially next week. As a reminder, the budget process has changed this year from year%u2019s past. Previously, the governor would introduce a budget and the legislature would work from that recommended budget. This year, the legislature is introducing a budget in addition to the governor%u2019s budget. Budget committees remain swamped, but are trying to catch up. Whether they will be able to do so in a week%u2019s time is anyone%u2019s guess. As mentioned previously, this could bog down the rest of the legislative process as we approach crucial deadlines in the session.For daily information on things happening in the Legislature, follow @KansasCounties and @JayHallKS on X (Formerly Twitter). Read the full February 7 Legislative Update, including What%u2019s Coming Next Week here.Watch Jay%u2019s February 7 One Big Thing here.2025 Legislative Liaisons Weekly BriefingsThe Kansas Association of Counties is once again hosting weekly Legislative Liaisons calls to keep you, our Kansas County members, informed on all the latest updates during the 2025 Kansas Legislative Session. This weekly Zoom will take place each Friday during the session from January 17- May 2, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. CT. These calls are open to any county employee who wishes to attend. Pre-registration is required.