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March 12, 2021Mission, Kan. |  By: AP

Businesses hurt by COVID closures could get paid under bills


MISSION, Kan. (AP) - Businesses that were ordered to shut down or limit capacity because of the pandemic could receive financial relief under two bills in the state Legislature that would address pending litigation but have riled up county leaders who could be forced to pay out millions.

Both bills provide businesses the chance to apply for property tax reimbursements, although the details vary. Eric Stafford, a lobbyist for the influential Kansas Chamber of Commerce, said Thursday at a hearing that a lawsuit is pending. He said the state could be "on the hook for a significant amount of money if something isn't resolved."