July 30, 2026 •
Wichita, Kansas Council to Consider Contribution Limit Increase
On August 4, the Wichita City Council will consider increasing the contribution limit to candidates for council from $500 per contributor per election to $2,000. Under state law, a candidate for local office whose jurisdiction has a population of 50,000 […]
On August 4, the Wichita City Council will consider increasing the contribution limit to candidates for council from $500 per contributor per election to $2,000. Under state law, a candidate for local office whose jurisdiction has a population of 50,000 or more may not receive more than $2,000 per election per contributor, other than from party committees.
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April 15, 2026 •
Wichita, Kansas Updates Ethics Code
City Council approved Ordinance 52-928, concerning amendments to the ethics code applicable to city officials. Present law allows the mayor and council members to accept complimentary food at and admission to an event or meeting hosted by a nonprofit organization, […]
City Council approved Ordinance 52-928, concerning amendments to the ethics code applicable to city officials. Present law allows the mayor and council members to accept complimentary food at and admission to an event or meeting hosted by a nonprofit organization, educational institution or service, government, political or policy-based organization, community development organization, or faith-based organization. The ordinance expands this provision to include appointed board and commission members and their relatives, and makes other updates intended to improve clarity and transparency. The ordinance takes effect April 24.
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