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cjonline. com > story > news > state > 04/20/2026 > why-kansas-ranks-among-most-expensive-states-to-raise-a-child > 89657906007

Why Kansas ranks among most expensive states to raise a child

6+ hour, 14+ min ago  (342+ words) Rising rent and insurance expenses were among reasons the cost to raise a child to age 18 in Kansas rose 23. 5% between 2025 and 2026, a new study says. That estimated cost climbed to $303, 250 this year from $245, 581 last year, said a study put out…...

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cjonline. com > story > news > politics > government > 04/09/2025 > donald-trump-cuts-education-funding-kansas-used-for-child-care-fees > 82991675007

Why Trump funding cut means Kansas child care providers have to pay fees again

1+ year, 1+ week ago  (541+ words) Last year, Gov. Laura Kelly announced that federal funding was being used to waive fees for Kansas child care providers. Trump now cut that funding. Kansas child care providers will have to pay licensing fees once again after President Donald…...