Authorizing the governor to make a declaration of need for enhanced security for an extraordinary event and providing certain powers to the governor during a period of such declaration.
This bill authorizes the Kansas governor to declare a need for enhanced security during large-scale extraordinary events like the World Cup, Olympics, or Super Bowl that could strain local resources. When such a declaration is made, it activates state disaster plans and grants the governor authority to use state resources, reassign personnel, and coordinate assistance from local and federal agencies. The declaration can last up to 15 days and may be extended by the legislative coordinating council for up to 150 days, with provisions expiring on July 1, 2027.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 2, 2026
Last action Apr 10, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026
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Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary
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Mar 2, 2026
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