STOP OVERREACHING REGULATIONS

Cities and counties across the country, and in Kansas, are banning legal consumer merchandise and household products. These patchwork policies create a compliance nightmare and put businesses outside city limits or in another county at a competitive advantage over those regulated by these restrictions.

The Chamber will introduce legislation prohibiting local governments from banning consumer merchandise and plastic containers.

Vice-President of Government Affairs Eric Stafford leads the Chamber’s efforts at the statehouse. He said it is imperative state lawmakers and the governor understand the impact their decisions have on the business community and the health of the state’s economy.

“Kansas is at a crucial point in its economic history,” Stafford said. “Overreaching, unnecessary laws and regulations can stop any progress. We look forward to working with the Kansas Legislature and Governor Laura Kelly on the issues important to the state’s business community so Kansas can become more competitive and a great state to do business.”