Numerous issues and concerns surfaced during the 2016 legislative session in Kansas, with several having to do with budget shortfalls and funding for public schools.

But State Senator Jeff Longbine pointed out one positive result of the session during comments to the Flint Hills Regional Council on Friday in Manhattan.  He referred to a large rural telecom bill which will increase broadband capabilities and prescence.

Longbine reported that when investment money starts flowing there should be great improvements in rural broadband in Kansas.