Advocacy


The Kansas Bankers Association represents the Kansas banking industry at the state and federal levels – working to make a positive difference for Kansas banks and the communities they serve. The KBA Government Relations team is guided by policies and initiatives set by KBA’s Board of Directors, which are recommended by bankers serving on the State Affairs Committee, Federal Affairs Committee, and BankPAC Committee.
Bank involvement in advocacy efforts is key to the banking industry’s success. Your engagement with local legislators to support pro-banking policy and defend against harmful legislation is vital to the industry's future.
The KBA provides tools and resources to:
- Learn more about the issues impacting banks and their communities at the state and federal levels
- Contact federal and state legislators
- Contact federal and state regulators
- Contribute to BankPAC
- Helpful resources for connecting with your legislator, advocacy tips, and how to tell your story as a Kansas banker
We are proud to serve you!

Top Row: Kelly VanZwoll, SVP – Government Relations/Staff Attorney; Kathy Taylor, EVP – General Counsel; J.W. Wells, Ag Division Coordinator & Government Relations Assistant. Bottom Row: Doug Wareham, President & CEO; Alex Orel, EVP – Government Relations
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If you want to learn more about how the Government Relations team advocates for the industry, please contact Alex Orel at (785) 232-3444, or
