Rep. Kinzer Requests that Attorney General Six Clarify Basis for Planned Parenthood Clearance Letter
Representative Kinzer has sent a letter to Attorney General Steve Six to clarify the basis for the letter the AG office sent clearing Planned Parenthood of charges. You can read Lance's letter by clicking here.

Rep. Kinzer Reacts to Veto of Comprehensive Abortion Reform Act
Rep. Kinzer released the following statement regarding the Governor's decision:

“The decision to veto CARA is a tragedy for women who will continue to be exploited by an industry that places profit above respect for human life. Sadly in Kansas it is not only the abortion industry itself, but the government agencies that are charged with regulating them, that have consistently ignored Kansas law and made our State the late term abortion capital of America . This veto will serve to further the tragedy of abortion in Kansas . CARA passed both the House and Senate by substantial margins because it represents exactly the kind of reform necessary to protect women and enforce existing law. I will do everything in my power to work to override this veto.”.

Lance Kinzer Recieves 100% Vote Rating from Kansas Taxpayers Network
Rep. Lance Kinzer has earned a 100% vote rating from the Kansas Taxpayers Network from the Kansas Taxpayers Network. For the full release, click here.

Lance Kinzer Announces Re-Election Bid
State Representative Lance Kinzer (R - Olathe), has filed for re-election to the Kansas House. Rep. Kinzer has represented District 14, which consists of much of Northern Olathe, since July of 2004.

Commenting on his decision to seek re-election Rep. Kinzer said, ”It is a tremendous honor to serve the people of the 14th District in the Kansas House. My family first moved to Olathe in 1979, I have deep ties to this community and care deeply about its future. With that future in mind it is imperative to recognize that our state is facing significant fiscal challenges that will require vigorous leadership to resolve. Everyday Kansas families make the tough choices necessary to live within their means. The failure of our state government to make these same tough choices is simply unacceptable. The result has been that for fiscal years 2008 and 2009 our state government will spend $816 million more than available revenues. As a member of the Kansas House I have consistently and aggressively advocated for policies that would rein in spending and restore fiscal accountability to state government. Continuing to work for government that is both responsible and accountable remains my foremost goal.”

Read the full press release announcing the re-election bid here:here.

Appropriations Committee Holds Hearings on Rep. Kinzer’s Bill Promoting Local Control of Education
On February 26 the the House Appropriations Committee held hearings on HB2859. You can read the full release regarding this legislation here.

Rep. Kinzer carries bill designed to protect the disabled and elderly
On February 25th, Rep. Kinzer carried HB 2644 on the House Floor. This bill responds to existing weaknesses in state laws that have created opportunities for abuse and exploitation of people who need a guardian or conservator.You can read the full release regarding this legislation here.

Kinzer Proposes Judicial Sunshine Legislation
The House Judiciary Committee will hold hearings Monday, February 18th on HB 2825. The measure was introduced by Rep. Lance Kinzer (R-Olathe) because of concern over privately conducted Kansas Supreme Court cases such as Planned Parenthood v. Phill Kline. You can read the full release regarding this legislation here.

Rep. Kinzer Carries Bill Designed to Assist Deployed Service Members
On Wednesday, February 13th Rep. Kinzer carried HB 2621 on the House Floor. HB 2621 addresses the child custody issues faced by service members who are deployed overseas.. You can read the full release regarding this legislation here.

Rep. Kinzer Introduces Bill Broadening Local School Districts Ability To Seek Funding For Early Childhood Learning Centers
Rep. Lance Kinzer has introduced legislation (HB 2798) which would allow local school boards to apply for Board of Tax Appeals authorization to raise additional funds to defray costs associated with the opening of new early childhood learning centers. Under current law local school districts can request such funding when a new school is built, but not for other facilities. You can read the full release regarding this legislation here.

Rep. Kinzer Co-Sponsors Legislation To Reform Sentencing Guidelines
Rep. Lance Kinzer joined Rep. Joe Patton and thirteen other co-sponsors in introducing HB 2731, 2732 and 2733. These bills propose important reforms to current criminal sentencing practices in Kansas. You can read the full release regarding these bills here.

BILL TARGETS ENHANCED ENFORCEMENT OF LATE TERM ABORTION LAW AND STRONGER INFORMED CONSENT PROVISIONS
Topeka –Thursday, January 31st Representative Lance Kinzer (R – Olathe) announced that he will be filing a bill to enhance enforcement of late term abortion laws, and to halt coerced abortions in Kansas. The bill, supported by over 40 co-sponsors, will reduce the opportunity for abuses within the system and enhance informed consent. You can read the full release here.

Legislative Update from Week One
The Majority Leader's Office has issues it's first legislative update for 2008. You can read it here.

REP. KINZER APPOINTED TO INTERIM COMMITTEE
Topeka - Kansas Speaker of the House of Representatives Melvin Neufeld (R-Ingalls) announced today he has appointed Rep. Kinzer (R-Olathe) on the 2007 Judiciary Interim Committee.

"Rep. Kinzer is a vital member of the House Judiciary Committee and brings a broad knowledge of Kansas law to this interim committee," Speaker Neufeld said. "He understands the importance of having strong laws that make our state a safer place to live. He will serve the House and all Kansans well as he and his fellow committee members review and make legislative recommendations on a number of important and sensitive issues."

Read the full release here.

Lance Kinzer Recieves Congratulations on 100% Perfect Attendance in 2007
Topeka - Kansas Speaker of the House of Representatives Melvin Neufeld (R-Ingalls) congratulated Representatives Lance Kinzer (R-Olathe), Tim Owens (R-Overland Park) and Ron Worley (R-Lenexa) today on their 100% voting records during the 2007 Legislative Session. Read the full release here.

Lance Kinzer Recieves 100% Vote Rating from Kansas Taxpayers Network
Rep. Lance Kinzer has earned a 100% vote rating from the Kansas Taxpayers Network from the Kansas Taxpayers Network. For the full release, click here.

Rep. Kinzer Holds Important Press Conference at Capitol
On Monday, June 25th at 2:00 pm State Representative Lance Kinzer held a press conference on the south steps of the State Capitol Building to discuss recent developments in the ongoing tragedy of late term abortion in Kansas. Read the full release here.

Wichita Eagle Editorial Criticizes Governor Sebelius for Veto Of Kinzer Proviso Regarding Late Term Abortion Reporting
On May 24, 2007 Brent Castillo of the Wichita Eagle Editorial Board wrote an article castigating Governor Sebelius for her recent veto of a budget proviso introduced by Rep. Lance Kinzer. This proviso would have required the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to begin following a long ignored Kansas law regarding late term abortion reporting requirements. Mr. Castillo accused the Governor of "blowing more smoke than a western Kansas coal plant" when she claims the proviso raises privacy concerns.

Read the full release and editorial here.

Kansas Budget Growth a Real Concern
On May 2, 2007 the Kansas Legislature adjourned after passing a state general fund (SGF) budget of almost $6.1 billion, an increase $456 million from the prior year. This represents increased spending of more than 8% despite the fact that inflation plus Kansas population growth combined were only about 3.5% over the last year. I voted against this budget because I do not believe that Kansas can sustain such spending growth.

Read my full explanation here.

Lance Earns "Champion of the Taxpayer Award" from AFP
Lance Kinzer was one of just six area State Representatives to receive the "Champion of the Taxpayer" award from Americans for Prosperity-Kansas.

"Our hats are off to these representatives who voted for the interests of the taxpayers they represent and for citizens across Kansas," said AFP Kansas Director Alan Cobb. "By boldly defending our hard-earned tax dollars against the ravenous appetite of big government these citizen advocates have championed the rights of all Kansas taxpayers."

Read the full media release from AFP here.

Kansas Chamber Names Kinzer as Pro-Jobs Legislator
On June 28, 2007 The Kansas Chamber of Commerce awarded Rep. Kinzer the Chamber's 2007 Pro-Jobs Legislator designation. This designation is given to legislators who "exhibit a pro-business approach to public policy decisions as well as behind-the-scenes leadership supporting improvements to the Kansas business climate." To read the complete press release look here: Kinzer Pro-Jobs Legislator

Rep. Kinzer Continues Leading Effort To Limit the Growth of Government
Today the Kansas House defeated an end of year spending bill that would have raised state general fund expenditures for FY2008 to approximately $6.1 billion. To read more about Rep. Kinzer's thoughts on the budget and his opposition to this bill please read the following press release:

REPRESENTATIVES CONTINUE EFFORT TO HOLD DOWN STATE SPENDING.

Rep. Kinzer leads effort to limit government spending
On March 13th Rep. Kinzer and a group of over 30 House Republicans announced their commitment to fiscal responsibility during the upcoming budget debate. Speaking before members of the media Rep. Kinzer noted, “Since 1970, the State General Fund has increased more than 1500%. To help put this growth into perspective, in 1970, per capita Kansas income was $3,818. If Kansas per capita income had grown as fast as the SGF, every Kansan would be making more than $60,000 per year. In reality, however, per capita income in Kansas is about $36,000 per year.”

To read the full release, click here.
To learn more about Lance's efforts and the reasons for this stance, click here.

Amendment Aimed at Strengthening Late-Term Abortion Law
TOPEKA (April 26, 2007) – State Representative Lance Kinzer (R-Olathe) brought before the House of Representatives today an amendment on House Substitute for Senate Bill 357 to strengthen the enforcement of late-term abortion laws in Kansas. The legislation includes a provision that allows policy makers to know the exact diagnosis of women who need the procedure. Read the full release here.

K-State Scientists Recognize Rep. Kinzer for Support of Ethical Umbilical Cord Matrix Stem Cell Research
In a letter dated September 26, 2006, Dr. Duane Davis, Dr. Deryl Troyer, Dr. Mark Weiss and Dr. J. Ernest Minton wrote:

“Dear Representative Kinzer: On behalf of everyone affiliated with the Midwest Institute for Comparative Stem Cell Biology here at K-State, we extend our sincere appreciation to you for your pivotal role in the state appropriation directed toward support of the Institute, both here and the University of Kansas. We believe non-controversial stem cells such as the umbilical Cord Matrix Stem Cells (UCMSC), discovered here at Kansas State, should be given top-priority in stem cell research. Your efforts help us move forward as we continue to uncover the enormous potential of these cells.”

During his time in the legislature Rep. Kinzer has been a vocal supporter of efforts to making Kansas a world-wide leader in non-embryonic stem cell research. He has consistently advocated for the establishment of a Non-Embryonic Adult Stem Cell Research Fund to advance successful and ethical research in the state of Kansas. Lance has also supports the establishment of a Kansas Umbilical Cord Bank Fund to provide grants to help establish or expand private umbilical cord bank organizations.

REPRESENTATIVES TO HOST STEM CELL RESEARCH BRIEFING
Topeka (March 21, 2007) - Kansas House of Representatives Brenda Landwehr (R-Wichita) and Lance Kinzer (R-Olathe) announced today they and Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of the Kansas Catholic Conference will hold an educational briefing about stem cell research tomorrow, March 22, 2007 beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Room 313-S at the Statehouse. Read the full release here.

Kinzer Explanation of Vote on SB 66 Gambling Bill
Mr. Speaker, I vote no on SB 66.

A vision for Kansas: Strong in tacked families actively engaged in the life of their community; veneration of one’s elders, the rearing of sober, upright and pious children; thrift, diligence and honest labor; temperance, prudence, fortitude and justice. Vibrant churches, schools, and voluntary associations; parochial communities, mediating between the individual and the state. Faith, hope and charity serving as the glue of civil society. Love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance. These constitute the unbought grace of life.

Rep. Kinzer leads effort to limit the government spending
On March 13th Rep. Kinzer and a group of over 30 House Republicans announced their commitment to fiscal responsibility during the upcoming budget debate. Speaking before members of the media Rep. Kinzer noted, “Since 1970, the State General Fund has increased more than 1500%. To help put this growth into perspective, in 1970, per capita Kansas income was $3,818. If Kansas per capita income had grown as fast as the SGF, every Kansan would be making more than $60,000 per year. In reality, however, per capita income in Kansas is about $36,000 per year.”

To read the full release, click here.
To learn more about Lance's efforts and the reasons for this stance, click here.

Olathe Delegation Objects to Iraq Resolution
Topeka, KS – Today, after a hearing in the Federal and State Affairs Committee, several members representing the local Olathe delegation to the Kansas Legislature issued a statement regarding Senate Concurrent Resolution 1605, offered by Senator Donald Betts (D – Wichita). The resolution, which criticizes United States involvement in Iraq, calls on the Congress to prohibit the President from increasing troops in Iraq, and includes a provision calling on the Congress to cut off funds for the effort.

In response, Senators Julia Lynn and Karin Brownlee, and Representatives Lance Kinzer, Arlen Siegfreid, Anthony Brown, Mike Kiegerl, Rob Olson and Benjamin Hodge, issued the following joint statement.

Kinzer Blasts School Funding Plan as Unfair to Johnson County
Topeka , KS – Today, State Representative Lance Kinzer joined a coalition of Johnson County lawmakers in voting against the lockbox bill, SB 30, due to the current school finance plan’s unfairness to Johnson County schools. Though the vote was 105-17, ten of those 17 “no” votes came from Johnson County legislators. Kinzer was joined by Johnson County State Reps. Arlen Siegfreid, Terrie Huntington, Tim Owens, Stephanie Sharp, Mike Kiegerl, Kevin Yoder, Sue Storm, Ben Hodge, and Anthony Brown in voting against the plan. These lawmakers represent the entire political spectrum, including both moderate and conservative Republicans, as well as a Democrat. Please read the full release by clicking here.

Rep. Kinzer Receives 100% Rating From Kansas County & District Attorney’s Association
On August 31, 2006 the Kansas County and District Attorney’s Association released its 2006 “Legislative Grade Card”, rating State Legislators on their level of support for Law Enforcement and Public Safety issues considered by the Kansas Legislature in the past session. Lance received a 100% rating. Read the full release here.

Rep. Lance Kinzer Appointed Chair of Interim Judiciary Committee
House Speaker Doug Mays (R-Topeka) recently appointed Rep. Lance Kinzer (R- Olathe) as Chairman of the Interim Judiciary Committee. For the full release, click here.

The Kansas Chamber PAC Endorses Representative Lance Kinzer for Legislature
Topeka, Kan. (June 30, 2006) – The Board of Directors of The Kansas Chamber Political Action Committee has endorsed Representative Lance Kinzer for election to the Kansas House of Representatives. For the full media release, click here.

Rep. Kinzer Carries Jessica's Law Conference Committee Report on House Floor
The Kansas House tonight passed the Conference Committee Report for HB 2576, Jessica's Law. This vote sends the bill to the Governor to be signed into law. Representative Lance Kinzer (R - Olathe) carried this conference committee report on the House Floor. For details, read the full press release.

Taxpayer Advocacy Group Praises Rep. Kinzer for Efforts
On May 3, Americans for Prosperity issued a press release in which they praised Lance for his efforts to enact the Taxpayer Protection Act. Read the full release here.

State Representative Lance Kinzer Announces Re-election Bid
State Representative Lance Kinzer (R - Olathe), has filed for re-election to the Kansas House. Rep. Kinzer has represented District 14, which consists of much of Northern Olathe, since July of 2004. Read the full release of Lance's announcement here.

Media Release: Governor’s Plan is Fool’s Gold
TOPEKA – Denouncing the plan passed by the House of Representatives last night designed by Governor Kathleen Sebelius, Johnson County House Conservative Republicans stated the plan would hurt Johnson County schools and taxpayers. For the full release, click here.

Media Release: House Republicans Propose Taxpayer Protection Act
TOPEKA – Raising taxes on Kansans may soon be more difficult, at least that is what thirty House Republicans are proposing. House Concurrent Resolution 5043, The Taxpayer Protection Act, would require that two-thirds of the Kansas House and the Kansas Senate approve any tax increase. For the full release, click here.

LEGISLATORS ANNOUNCE PLAN TO ELIMINATE DOUBLE RECOVERY
State Representatives Lance Kinzer (R-Olathe) and Kevin Yoder (R-Overland Park) today announced new legislation aiming to eliminate "double recovery" in personal injury lawsuits. Here is a link to the copy of the full press release.

Kinzer Introduces Legislation Calling for Senate Confirmation of Appellate Court Judges
State Representative Lance Kinzer has introduced a House Concurrent Resolution that would change the way Kansas Supreme Court Justices are selected. Here is a link to the copy of the full press release.

Media Release: Preserving the Kansas Constitution, The People's Voice
To protect the Kansas Constitution as Kansas citizens have always known it, Rep. Lance Kinzer, R-Olathe, along with several co-sponsors, introduced a constitutional amendment. Here is a link to the copy of the full press release.

Lance Kinzer's Announcement for State Representative
Here is Lance's original announcement from 2004: Announcement Press Release