On this episode of King in the Community, Nate King invites State Representative Stephen Howe to discuss the highly debated topic of Medicaid expansion in Kansas.
Representing Kansas'71st District, Howe shares an insider's take on current state matters and the legislative impact certain bills have on local communities, with a specific focus on the challenges witnessed in rural areas.
Hear Howe discuss his duties as chairman of the House Higher Education Budget Committee and his responsibilities on other committees he is a member of. He is also on the Kansas House Appropriations Committee.
With soaring waiting lists for intellectual and developmental (IDD) services, there's a sense of urgency to address this crisis. Howe notes that some people wait more than ten years before receiving life-changing services.
The episode wraps up with insights into the importance of investing in families and children, proposing state-level child tax credits, and understanding the societal and economic impact of eroding birth rates. The discussion further explores personalities' roles in creating a more positive atmosphere for political discourse and Howe's thoughts on the January 6 Insurrection at the United States Capitol Building.