The Governor’s Council on Tax Reform has published its final report, which strongly advocates for an immediate end to the state sales tax on groceries and the restoration of a more diversified and balanced tax base. The Council found that returning to a better balance of sales, income, and property taxes provides more stability for the state budget and increases equity for the state’s taxpayers. Governor Laura Kelly formed the Council on Tax Reform through Executive Order No. 19-11 in September 2019, charging the group with evaluating the overall adequacy and equity of the state and local tax structure. The council included current and former legislators, public and private sector leaders, and Kansas state and local officials.