Program areas at Kansas Policy Institute
Kansas Justice Institute, LLC is a public interest litigation firm protecting the freedoms guaranteed by the Kansas and United States Constitutions. The cases in litigation or that have been litigated during 2022 are as follows: 1.Modi, et al., v. Kansas State Board of Cosmetology, et al. - Constitutional challenge to excessive and unreasonable gov't restrictions on right to earn an honest living. This action benefits the public by arguments to advance fundamental and natural right principles through state constitution. Claim was pleaded for attorney fees but have not sought fees. 2.Scott Johnson, Harlene Hoyt, Covey Find Kennel, LLC v. Commissioner Smith - Constitutional challenge to warrantless searches, unconstitutional conditions, and violations of right to travel; arguments to advance property and privacy rights, natural and fundamental right to travel under U.S. constitution. Claim was pleaded for attorney fees but have not sought fees. Litigation is ongoing. Overall, no fees were collected by Kansas Justice Institute, LLC in 2022.
The Student-Focused Education program strives to provide insights on spending choices for education. Extensive research is conducted in various education areas. We examine the relationship between K-12 spending and student achievement, explore alternative learning opportunities such as digital learning, charter schools and other school choice options, and provide in-depth analysis of school funding and employment changes.
The Economic Freedom program represents efforts on tax and budget policy. We publish original research and other written material, as well as speak to civic and other groups. Our tax policy work examines the impact of tax burdens on private sector job creation and other economic factors; we also study government spending in search of operating efficiency opportunities at the state and county levels.
The Sentinel, LLC is an online news service that holds media and government accountable for providing complete, accurate and unbiased information so that citizens can make their own informed decisions on public policy matters.
Kansas School Board Resource Center, LLC provides research, policy guidance, education, and other resources to local school boards, the general public & others.