Secretary of State of Kansas

Textron Aviation’s Maintenance and Paint Apprenticeship Programs Recognized by the Kansas Department of Commerce

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Other Defense, Other Energy, Professional Services, Energy, Defense, Chemicals, Plastics, Insurance, Air, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Finance, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Kansas Department of Commerce, Multimedia, Mentorship, Communication, Human resources, Numerical control, Maintenance, Kansas Department of Corrections, Commerce, A&P, IAMAW, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Aviation, Education, Airframe, Workforce, CNC, Machinist, International Association, Wichita State University Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology, Textron Aviation, Management, Airline, Secretary of State of Kansas, Avionics

Textron Aviation today announced that its Maintenance and Paint Apprenticeship programs have officially been recognized as state-registered apprenticeships through the Kansas Department of Commerce.

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced that its Maintenance and Paint Apprenticeship programs have officially been recognized as state-registered apprenticeships through the Kansas Department of Commerce.
  • “These apprenticeships are another way we provide employees a solid foundation for success and ongoing support throughout their careers.
  • In a typical week, employees divide their time attending training at WSU Tech and working with assigned mentors at Textron Aviation production facilities.
  • To learn more about Textron Aviation career opportunities, interested candidates can visit txtav.com/careers .

HydroGraph and EMP Shield to Create Next-Gen EMI Shielding

Retrieved on: 
Monday, September 11, 2023
CHIPS, Science, Flare, CSE, Electronics, Telecommunications, Smartphone, Bulgarian–American Joint Military Facilities, Secretary of State of Kansas, NDA, EMI, EMP, Hydrograph, Lightning, Corrosion, HG, Pharmaceutical industry

Under this collaboration, the Company and EMP Shield are developing advanced electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding using HydroGraph’s high-purity graphene.

Key Points: 
  • Under this collaboration, the Company and EMP Shield are developing advanced electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding using HydroGraph’s high-purity graphene.
  • HydroGraph and EMP Shield are working together to develop coatings and insulated barriers to protect electronic devices by blocking unwanted disruptions or transmission of electronic data.
  • “It is an exciting opportunity to be the first company to utilize graphene-enhanced EMI coatings,” said Tim Carty, EMP Shield’s founder and lead engineer.
  • “EMI shielding is just one of the many critical uses we are discovering for graphene,” said Stuart Jara, HydroGraph’s CEO.

Children's Mercy and KVC Health Systems Form Joint Venture to Build New $53 Million Mental Wellness Campus

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 29, 2023
Pressure, Partnership, KVC, Kansas House of Representatives, Bed, Hospital, Secretary of State of Kansas, Mental health, Hope, Research, Mental, JV, Patient, Nature, Mercy, KVC Health Systems, Environment, House, Suicide, Nursing, Child

The new JV will open a $53 million 72-bed mental health inpatient hospital in Olathe, Kan. Target for opening is late 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The new JV will open a $53 million 72-bed mental health inpatient hospital in Olathe, Kan. Target for opening is late 2024.
  • The JV will engage KVC's subsidiary Camber Mental Health, which operates three children's mental health hospitals currently, to operate the Olathe hospital for children and adults.
  • Camber's trauma-informed, neuroscience-driven inpatient mental health treatment model, combined with Children's Mercy's world-class pediatric care, research, and community engagement, will elevate mental health and community health outcomes for decades to come.
  • In 2022 alone, Children's Mercy provided care to nearly 3,000 children in our emergency department with acute mental health needs.

UCare Hires Former KanCare Director for Market Expansion

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Men, General Health, Professional Services, Public Policy, Government, Healthcare Reform, Hospitals, Family, Consumer, Health, Health Insurance, Other Health, Insurance, Women, Parenting, Pharmaceutical, Seniors, Practice Management, University, Secretary of State of Kansas, Public, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Kansas Department of Agriculture, Forest Law Enforcement and Governance Program, Health care finance in the United States, Doctor of Philosophy, Environment, Management, Health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare

UCare , a leading independent, nonprofit health plan, today announced the appointment of former Kansas Medicaid Director Jon Hamdorf to its new role of Market President.

Key Points: 
  • UCare , a leading independent, nonprofit health plan, today announced the appointment of former Kansas Medicaid Director Jon Hamdorf to its new role of Market President.
  • “I’m thrilled to lead the UCare team in Kansas and help fulfill our health plan’s mission of improving health through innovative services and partnerships across communities,” said Hamdorf.
  • UCare can offer a local health plan that addresses the needs of Kansans, eases administrative burden for Kansas health care providers, and creates innovative programs and solutions through community partnerships.
  • Prior to joining UCare, he served in executive roles with a for-profit Medicaid plan and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, where he served as the Medicaid Director and Director of Health Care Finance.

Twin Valley & SKT Partner with FCC, State of Kansas to Connect Low-Income Families with Free Internet

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Digital divide, Partnership, Education, Secretary of State of Kansas, WIC, Konza, SNAP, Affordable Connectivity Program, Interest, Organization, SKT, Data-rate units, Internet access, Family, ACP, Internet service provider

CLAY CENTER, Kan., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local internet provider Twin Valley and its subsidiary SKT (hereinafter referred to as Twin Valley) are helping to bridge the digital divide by offering free internet service to low-income individuals and families throughout their rural Kansas service area. Twin Valley is the largest independently owned broadband and communications company in the state. To offer free service, the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) provides a $30 monthly benefit for internet service to qualifying households and Twin Valley's program provides supplemental financial assistance. According to the State of Kansas, there are more than 438,000 Kansas households eligible for the ACP, yet only 21% of those eligible have enrolled.

Key Points: 
  • CLAY CENTER, Kan., May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Local internet provider Twin Valley and its subsidiary SKT (hereinafter referred to as Twin Valley) are helping to bridge the digital divide by offering free internet service to low-income individuals and families throughout their rural Kansas service area.
  • According to the State of Kansas, there are more than 438,000 Kansas households eligible for the ACP, yet only 21% of those eligible have enrolled.
  • "Internet access is no longer a 'nice to have,'" said Eric Tabor, Twin Valley Chief Customer Officer.
  • Qualifying residents can get Twin Valley's entry-level internet plan of at least 100 Mbps symmetrical service for free, where available.

Trexo Robotics Announces New York Family’s Victory in Funding Appeal, Allowing an 11-year-old Boy Long Term Access to Robotic Legs

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Insurance, Hospital, Secretary of State of Kansas, Parent, Contracture, Facial muscles, Cerebral palsy, Movement, Muscle weakness, Robotics, Child, FDA, Family, Residential care, Medicaid

NEW YORK, May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trexo Robotics brought to market the only at-home robotic gait trainer for children.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trexo Robotics brought to market the only at-home robotic gait trainer for children.
  • The device is state-of-the-art robotic legs, attached to a Rifton Dynamic Pacer, which provides postural support.
  • The New York family discovered the Trexo when researching the best options for help with ambulation for their son, who has cerebral palsy.
  • After receiving the denial for funding, the parents, along with their child’s pediatrician, appealed the decision and fought for financial coverage.

Integra Technologies Selects Kansas for Largest OSAT Semiconductor Project

Retrieved on: 
Friday, February 3, 2023
CHIPS, Semiconductor, House, John F. Hayes (Kansas legislator), Department of Defence, U.S. Department of Commerce Office of Security, Micron Technology, Kansas Board of Regents, GED, Wichita State University, Workforce, Aviation, OSAT, Silicon, Commerce, North Central Kansas Technical College, U.S. Department of Defense Strategy for Operating in Cyberspace, Science, Eldercare Workforce Alliance, Local, Integra, CHIPS and Science Act, Mars rover, APEX, Hubble Space Telescope, Senate, Employment, Defense, ESOP, Fast food, Renewable energy, Creative industries, Management, Secretary of State of Kansas

WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Integra Technologies Inc., the largest U.S. Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) company, and Kansas Governor Laura Kelly jointly announced today that the State of Kansas approved Integra's Attracting Powerful Economic Expansion (APEX) incentive application for an expansion project that will create at least 2,000 jobs and $1.8 billion in capital investment in the Wichita region contingent on receiving federal CHIPS for America funding.

Key Points: 
  • Integra's expansion plans are designed to address recent risks identified in the U.S. semiconductor supply chain, support the domestic semiconductor ecosystem, and strengthen advanced manufacturing in the State of Kansas.
  • "Kansas is stepping up to help resolve a national security crisis by playing a key role in reshoring semiconductor production," Governor Laura Kelly said.
  • Partnering with Integra will secure Kansas' rightful position as a global leader in the semiconductor sector."
  • OSAT providers play a critical role in the semiconductor industry, serving as subcontract manufacturers of semiconductor devices.

Beneficient and Founder and CEO Brad Heppner Applaud Distribution of TEFFI-Provided Funds to Support Kansas Communities

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Technology, Finance, Consulting, Fintech, Public Policy, Government, Professional Services, Software, State, Local, Asset Management, Economic development, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Friends, Secretary of State of Kansas, Kansas Department of Commerce, Lieutenant, City, Quality of life, Commerce, SEED

Beneficient holds a Technology Enabled Fiduciary Financial Institution (“TEFFI”) charter from the State of Kansas, pursuant to the TEFFI Act.

Key Points: 
  • Beneficient holds a Technology Enabled Fiduciary Financial Institution (“TEFFI”) charter from the State of Kansas, pursuant to the TEFFI Act.
  • Beneficient’s fiduciary business activities include facilitating customer contributions to the TEFFI Development and Expansion Fund to promote economic development throughout the state.
  • “We are extremely pleased that these funds are being put to such great use to improve quality of life in rural Kansas communities.
  • There are so many deserving programs in cities and towns throughout the state that will greatly benefit from these grants.

BUTLER NATIONAL CASINO SUBSIDIARY ANNOUNCES ITS LAUNCH OF MOBILE SPORTS BETTING IN KANSAS

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, September 1, 2022
Online, Security (finance), DraftKings, CEO, NASDAQ, Kansas Lottery, Computer, Nature, KELA, Risk, An Act to exempt a particular class of securities from the Securities and Exchange Act, Tourism, Sport, Kansas City Chiefs, Lottery, Kansas State Wildcats, SEC, Corporation, Bally's Corporation, Kansas City Royals, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Company, Sporting Kansas City, LLC, Boot Hill, Camp Butler National Cemetery, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, NFL, Annual report, Industry, 1965 Kansas City Chiefs season, OTCQB, Forward-looking statement, Online gambling, Secretary of State of Kansas

OLATHE, Kan., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), through its wholly-owned subsidiary that manages Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City, Kansas, will launch online mobile sports betting through its online platform partner, DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ: DKNG), today.

Key Points: 
  • "We're excited to be a part of the launch of sports betting in the State of Kansas.
  • Kansans can now access the latest betting markets as well as bet on local teams like the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats and Sporting KC," said Clark Stewart, President and CEO of Butler National Corporation.
  • "We'd especially like to thank the Boot Hill Casino & Resort team, DraftKings, the Kansas Lottery and the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission for all their efforts.
  • In 2008, Butler National Service Corporation (a Butler National Corporation subsidiary) proposed and was awarded a contract to manage the Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City.

BUTLER NATIONAL CASINO ANNOUNCES MOBILE SPORTS BETTING AGREEMENT WITH GOLDEN NUGGET ONLINE GAMING

Retrieved on: 
Friday, August 26, 2022
Online, Security (finance), DraftKings, NASDAQ, Kansas Lottery, Solution, Computer, Camp Butler National Cemetery, Nature, KELA, Risk, An Act to exempt a particular class of securities from the Securities and Exchange Act, GNOG, Tourism, Sport, Lottery, SEC, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Company, Golden Nugget Online, LLC, Boot Hill, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Annual report, Industry, OTCQB, Forward-looking statement, Online gambling, Casino, Secretary of State of Kansas

OLATHE, Kan., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), through its wholly-owned subsidiary that manages Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City, Kansas, has entered into an agreement with Golden Nugget Online Gaming, LLC (GNOG), a subsidiary of DraftKings, Inc. (NASDAQ: DKNG), that could bring GNOG's online interactive sportsbook to Kansas, subject to receipt of licenses and regulatory approvals.

Key Points: 
  • "Golden Nugget Online Gaming is a recognized and established brand within the gaming industry.
  • "In addition, we're excited for DraftKings, as the parent company of Golden Nugget Online Gaming, to be able to bring Kansans a seamless, safe and premium sports betting experience through its Golden Nugget Online Gaming branded sportsbook, subject to receipt of requisite regulatory approvals."
  • GNOG's mobile sportsbook would offer eligible Kansans a robust, interactive suite of sports betting solutions and Kansas City fans will recognize the "Golden Nugget Online Gaming" brand as a trusted and legacy provider of gaming entertainment.
  • In 2008, Butler National Service Corporation (a Butler National Corporation subsidiary) proposed and was awarded a contract to manage the Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City.