Kansas Bills

passed · Kansas · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 6022: Congratulating and commending the members of the 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year team.

This House resolution formally congratulates and commends the members of the 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year team. It recognizes eight educators, including the state winner Rachel Marlow and seven regional finalists, for their excellence in teaching and leadership within Kansas schools. The bill serves as an official acknowledgment of the program's mission to support high-quality education and does not alter any laws or policies.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Kansas · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SR 1724: Commemorating and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America.

This Senate resolution formally commemorates the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the United States Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. The measure acknowledges previous centennial celebrations and notes that the State of Kansas is already planning related events through its Travel Kansas website. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Bowser, with no new laws or funding created.

passed · Kansas · Senate Jan 29, 2026

SR 1723: Congratulating and commending the members of the 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year team.

Senate Resolution 1723 formally congratulates and commends the eight finalists and winner of the 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year program. The resolution recognizes Rachel Marlow as the state's Teacher of the Year and lists seven other educators as regional finalists from various districts. This legislative act serves as an official acknowledgment of the teachers' achievements and does not alter any laws or policies.

Topics ✓ Education

passed both · Kansas · Senate Jan 29, 2026

SCR 1604: Making application to the United States congress to call a convention of the states for the purpose of proposing amendments to limit the federal government.

This Kansas legislative resolution formally requests the U.S. Congress to organize a convention of state representatives to propose constitutional amendments. The bill specifically aims to place limits on federal spending, restrict the scope of federal government power, and cap the terms of office for federal officials. Under Kansas state law, this application requires a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers and remains active until two-thirds of all states submit similar requests on the same topic. Once the required number of states have applied, the resolution directs that copies be sent to federal officials and state legislators across the country.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

passed · Kansas · House Jan 15, 2026

HCR 5019: Informing the Governor that the two houses of the Legislature are organized and ready to receive communications during the 2026 session.

This bill is a procedural measure that formally notifies the Governor that both chambers of the Kansas Legislature are officially organized and prepared to begin their 2026 session. It directs the Chief Clerk of the House and the Secretary of the Senate to meet with the Governor to deliver this message and confirm that the legislature is ready to receive official communications. The resolution does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as an administrative step to establish the official start of the legislative year.

passed · Kansas · House Jan 15, 2026

HCR 5020: Providing for joint sessions of the Senate and the House of Representatives for the purposes of hearing messages from the Governor and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.

This legislative bill schedules a joint meeting of the Kansas Senate and House of Representatives to receive official messages from the Governor and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The session is set to take place on January 13, 2026, with the Governor speaking at 6:00 p.m. and the Chief Justice addressing the judicial branch at 1:15 p.m. in Representative Hall. Additionally, the resolution appoints specific committees of legislators to accompany the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, and the Supreme Court Justices during their respective appearances.

passed · Kansas · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 6020: Providing for the organization of the House of Representatives for the 2026 session of the Legislature.

This Kansas House resolution officially establishes the leadership team for the 2026 legislative session by listing elected officers such as the Speaker and committee leaders. The document notifies the Senate of these appointments, including Dan Hawkins as Speaker and Blake Carpenter as Speaker pro tempore, to formalize the House's organizational structure. It serves as a procedural step to confirm that the House has the necessary officers in place to conduct its business for the upcoming year.

passed · Kansas · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 6021: Providing for the assignment of seats in the House of Representatives for the 2026 legislative session.

This Kansas House resolution directs members of the 2026 legislative session to occupy the same seats assigned in the previous year, with specific exceptions for several districts. The bill formally assigns Representative Abi Boatman to seat 57 to replace Silas Miller, who is vacating District 86. Additionally, it lists eight other seats that will not follow the standard assignment pattern, ensuring continuity in the chamber's seating arrangement.

passed · Kansas · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 1722: Providing for the assignment of seats in the Senate for the 2026 legislative session.

This Senate resolution directs members of the Kansas Senate for the 2026 legislative session to occupy the same seats assigned in the previous year, with specific exceptions for six individuals. The bill explicitly names Kloos 2, Hill 3, Schmidt 7, Klemp 11, Holscher 39, and Miller 40 as the senators who will not follow the prior seating arrangement. By maintaining the existing layout for most members while adjusting a few positions, the resolution establishes the physical seating plan for the upcoming session without altering any laws or policies.

passed · Kansas · Senate Jan 13, 2026

SR 1721: Providing for the organization of the Senate for the 2026 session of the Legislature.

This bill formally organizes the Kansas Senate for its 2026 legislative session by officially naming its leadership officers. It designates Ty Masterson as president, Tim Shallenburger as vice president, and appoints additional roles such as majority and minority leaders, secretary, and sergeant at arms. The resolution requires the Senate Secretary to notify the House of Representatives of these appointments, pending the House's approval. This procedural measure establishes the internal structure and leadership of the Senate chamber for the upcoming year.

passed · Kansas · Senate Apr 11, 2025

SR 1720: A resolution congratulating and commending the 2024-2025 Washburn University men's basketball team for an outstanding season and qualification for the Final Four of the NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Championship.

Senate Resolution 1720 formally congratulates and commends the 2024-2025 Washburn University men's basketball team for their successful season and advancement to the NCAA Division II Final Four. The resolution highlights specific achievements, including the team's 30-4 record, their victory in the Central Regional, and individual accolades earned by players and coach Brett Ballard. This document serves as an official recognition of the team's accomplishments and does not alter any laws or policies.

passed · Kansas · Senate Apr 11, 2025

SR 1719: Honoring the service and sacrifice of Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient Danny J. Petersen.

Senate Resolution 1719 is a commemorative measure that formally honors Danny J. Petersen, a Vietnam War veteran who received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in 1970. The resolution details his bravery in saving wounded comrades and providing covering fire under heavy enemy attack while serving in the U.S. Army. This bill directly affects the Senate record by officially recognizing Petersen's sacrifice and listing his existing memorials, such as the named highway and his inscription on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Topics ✓ Veterans

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