Joe Newland

Infrastructure / Transportation Vicki & Joe will ban social media companies from giving access to kids under 16 without their parents consent— putting parents, not algorithms, back in charge. They will rein in AI and Big Tech so Kansas values shape the future of our state. Economy Joe will work with the administration on trade policies that will help open markets for Kansas products. When we strengthen agriculture, we strengthen Kansas. Education Vicki & Joe will reauthorize the school finance formula with updates to improve transparency and accountability while preserving local control and funding special education. Support collaboration with the business community to help students learn about opportunities here at home and for the future. Ensure that every student knows they have options when it comes to higher education – community college, technical school, independent colleges and universities. Infrastructure / Transportation Vicki and Joe will fight for more transparency in the local siting process, giving communities the time to assess the pros and cons. Ensure water quality and water quantity laws are being followed and establish guardrails to protect ratepayers from the increased costs of these large loads. Taxes / Budget Vicki and Joe will get the key stakeholders around the table to work on a plan that actually lowers property taxes without unfairly shifting the burden. They will work to ensure the state is consistent with its appraisal guidance and training to prevent inconsistent implementation statewide. Provide predictability for all taxpayers while committing to a partnership with local governments that encourages them to streamline their operations just like Vicki and Joe will do at the state level. Economy Streamlining operations so Kansas families and small businesses can keep more of what they earn.