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March 26, 2021Topeka, Kan. |  By: AP

GOP leaders promise to thwart Kansas governor on mask policy


TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) - Top Republican lawmakers in Kansas are promising to thwart a plan from Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly to encourage county officials to maintain mask mandates to help control COVID-19.

GOP leaders in the Republican-controlled Legislature argue a statewide policy is unnecessary after steep declines in new cases this winter.

They announced their potential move after Kelly signed a measure that took effect Thursday that gives legislative leaders the power to rescind a governor's orders during an emergency.

Kelly announced that on April 1 she will reissue an order requiring people to wear face coverings in indoor businesses and public spaces. County commissions would have to vote to opt out.