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This legislation will allow qualifying companies to retain up to 95% of the withholding taxes associated with new jobs created in or moved back to the state of Kansas. Several thresholds must be met in order for the company to “qualify” with the Department of Commerce including a provision that wages for the new jobs must be equal to or above the county average wage for the county in which they are created.

Due in part to the state’s fiscal situation, few expected any economic development legislation to advance this year. In a year filled with depressing economic news, we are thankful for Representative Kleeb’s leadership and the legislature’s support for this impressive new tool.

During difficult economic times, two committees, Appropriations and Taxation, are particularly charged with helping to solve the state’s budget issues. The Appropriations Committee focuses on state expenditures (cost cutting, efficiency and productivity) and the Taxation Committee reviews revenue adjustments (better known as tax cuts or increases).

I am the only freshman legislator to have been chosen to serve on the Tax Committee. This appointment was based upon House Leadership’s desire to have a strong business perspective on proposed tax incentives or increases and what impact they could have on helping or hurting the Kansas economy, business growth and jobs creation.

Johnson County has been helped greatly over the years in attracting companies and developing new business opportunities, in part, due to our excellent highway system. I am pleased to have been appointed to the Transportation Committee where we will be developing a new comprehensive infrastructure plan for Kansas.

I also serve on the Judiciary Committee. We are focusing on a range of proposed legislation intended to better promote the quality of life for our communities, help protect our families and enhance the workings of the Kansas judicial system.

While I know there may be differences in opinion among many constituents on some matters, my approach to serving in the House is to represent and serve the citizens of the 48th District and Kansas the best I can. So, know that I encourage and welcome your input on issues and problems that are important to you.

For updates and perspectives on key concerns of this legislative session, you may take note of various issues outlined in this website. Thank you for your interest.

Marvin Kleeb
Candidate for State Representative
marvin@marvinkleeb.com

The Right Kind of Solutions
I grew up with the time-honored philosophy that the government that governs best, governs least.

However, there are important areas where government can and should function as an essential element in the solution for the problems and issues of the State and its people.

When government involvement is appropriate and needed, there are five important aspects to consider:

1. The solution should have a clear desired outcome and goal.
2. The solution should be as fair and equitable as possible for all citizens.
3. The solution should not be unduly burdensome with regulations and bureaucracy.
4. The solution should be fiscally responsible.
5. If the solution involves taxation, it should be fair and not excessive.

Check out Marvin's Campaign Mailers
Marvin has sent out some mailers in this election. Here is a sampling:

Commitment to Education
Marvin Kleeb is about Results
Keep Government out of Your Pocket Book
Listening, Leading, Making a Difference