Analysis: Both political parties want tax relief for Kansans, but differ on how to do it

House Minority Leader Vic Miller, left of center, Senate President Ty Masterson and Speaker Dan Hawkins. (Credit: Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector; Sen. Ty Masterson)

With a projected $3.5 billion budget surplus in fiscal year 2025, the Legislature is looking to provide some tax relief for Kansans. Through a House Democrats press conference this week and Republican leadership’s ongoing fall tour, we know of four proposals so far: Establish a 5.15% flat income tax rate for individuals. (GOP) Restart providing ...