Laura Kelly
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For the English actress and singer, see Laura Michelle Kelly.
Laura Jeanne Kelly (born January 24, 1950)[1][2] is an American politician serving since 2019 as the 48th governor of Kansas. A member of the Democratic Party, she represented the 18th district in the Kansas Senate from 2005 to 2019.[3] Kelly was elected governor in 2018, defeating Republican nominee Kris Kobach.[4] She was reelected in 2022, narrowly defeating Republican nominee Derek Schmidt.[5]
Quick Facts 48th Governor of Kansas, Lieutenant ...
Laura Kelly | |
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48th Governor of Kansas | |
Assumed office January 14, 2019 | |
Lieutenant | Lynn Rogers David Toland |
Preceded by | Jeff Colyer |
Member of the Kansas Senate from the 18th district | |
In office January 10, 2005 – January 14, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Dave Jackson |
Succeeded by | Vic Miller |
Personal details | |
Born | Laura Jeanne Kelly (1950-01-24) January 24, 1950 (age 74) New York City, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | |
Children | 2 |
Residence | Cedar Crest |
Education | Bradley University (BS) Indiana University Bloomington (MS) |
Website | Government website |
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