James W. Drury with Marvin G. Stottlemire,
sixth edition, 2001, 428 pages
(Teacher Guide available)
Since its first edition in 1961, this has been the only authoritative and comprehensive resource on Kansas government. The updated text reflects major changes in Kansas government during the past several years. Whether used as a basic text for high school and college students or as a reference by government leaders and interested citizens, this book is an important resource. Major topics include the state and its people, the state constitution, the legislature, the courts, the executive branch, and local units of government.
Marshall Reece, revised 2000, 241 pages
This publication, written for high school students and the public, covers such topics as government organization, statutory and constitutionally elected officials, proclamations, bills and resolutions, and legislative procedure.
The book incorporates examples of the types of bills and resolutions commonly used in the legislative process, and contains a case study of a bill considered by the Kansas Legislature. Historical excerpts from the first legislative session are included.
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