We are two weeks in to the 2018 Kansas Legislative Session. I cannot call it a slow start as lots of action is taking place daily. The session is basically taking off where it left at adjournment last session. I was optimistic that the session would be shorter than in previous years. After two weeks in Topeka, I think I will be proven wrong. With administration in limbo and agency turnover rates at an all-time high, frustration has set in. Many have called me with issues and concerns that are not being addressed because of the inability to communicate with those in positions to help them. As your Senator, this lack of available help is most disturbing. Perhaps when the Governor's ambassadorship finalizes and Lt. Governor Colyer can assume a full-time leadership role, response times in departments will improve, giving quicker resolutions to constituent issues and problems. I continue to appreciate your comments and input on issues. Please contact me if I can be of service to you.