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Presentation giving a brief report on the Job Creation Program's funded projects for Fiscal Year 2018.

Presentation giving an overview of the Kansas Department of Commerce's economic development initiatives and successes in both urban and rural development, with special emphasis on Rural Opportunity Zones.

Presentation giving an overview of the Kansas Department of Commerce's economic development initiatives and successes in rural development, with special emphasis on Rural Opportunity Zones.

A set of 10 documents provided by the Kansas Secretary of State with Frequently Asked Questions on various topics, taken from the Secretary of State's website on August 21, 2018.

"This is an incentive program, a quid pro quo, which can provide tax benefits to businesses who in return are willing to expand the scope of their capital investments, pay a higher than average wage and make a significant investment in employee training. It can be a great tool for Kansas economic development."

Presentation showing a Kansas promotional website, KansasCommerce.gov. "The Kansas Department of Commerce is committed to marketing the state proactively. Commerce will continue to show businesses worldwide the quality of the business climate and why Kansas, above all others, is a great place to live and work."

Presentation giving an overview of the High Performance Incentive Program, which "provides tax incentives to employers that pay above-average wages and have a strong commitment to skill development for their workers. ... A substantial investment tax credit for new capital investment in Kansas and a related sale tax exemption are the primary benefits of this program."

Presentation giving an economic report of the activities of the PEAK program in Kansas. "Per a Legislative Post Audit report from December 2014, a Return on Investment of $57 to every $1 of incentive was received for the PEAK Program. PEAK has become one of Kansas' most important economic development tools."

"The Promoting Employment Across Kansas (PEAK) program is the primary economic development tool that the Department of Commerce uses to support business growth and job creation in Kansas. ... PEAK is intended to encourage economic development in Kansas by incenting companies to relocate, locate or expand business operations and jobs in Kansas."

"The Kansas Department of Commerce has enhanced the efforts to assist transitioning soldiers with finding valuable employment in the state of Kansas."

"As the state's lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. To this end, the Department comprises a variety of programs and services that create jobs, attract new investment, provide workforce training, encourage community development and promote the state as a great place to live and work."

Information concerning the KANSASWorks Workforce Center programs to aid all veterans seeking employment, and to encourage and assist employers to hire veterans.

Information concerning employment services for those with disabilities. "Department of Commerce, Workforce services Division, provides a continuum of services designed to meet the challenges faced by job seekers with disabilities as they pursue education and employment toward self-sufficiency and independence. Further, Commerce leverages its partnerships with employers to assist with the employment placement of these customers, meeting the needs of both job seekers and employers."

Presentation concerning the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. "WIOA is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy."

Presentation concerning the Workforce AID program.

"The Kansas Department of Commerce's Workforce Services division links businesses, job candidates and educational institutions to ensure that employers can find skilled workers. The Division provides services to assist employers and job seekers, including incentives and training, assistance with closings and mass layoffs, disability resources and KANSASWORKS virtual services. The Department also works with military veterans and employees with special needs. In addition to these services, the Department partners with other agencies including the Department of Labor and the Department for Children and Families to provide reemployment and training services, and the Department of Corrections and Board of Regents on workforce initiatives."

"The Kansas Department of Commerce's Workforce Services division links businesses, job candidates and educational institutions to ensure that employers can find skilled workers. The Division provides services to assist employers and job seekers, including incentives and training, assistance with closings and mass layoffs, disability resources and KANSASWORKS virtual services. The Department also works with military veterans and employees with special needs. In addition to these services, the Department partners with other agencies including the Department of Labor and the Department for Children and Families to provide reemployment and training services, and the Department of Corrections and Board of Regents on workforce initiatives."

Outlines the responsibilities of the Office of Business Advocate and list questions for its nominee.

Compares how Connecticut and Tennessee help individuals and businesses access the information and services they need to start, operate, relocate, or expand a business.