Rep. Gary White

Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors the life and public service of Representative Harold Lane, a former Kansas state representative from Topeka. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to local governance, his business career, and his legislative work on committees such as Appropriations and Energy and Environment. It serves as a commemorative tribute rather than enacting new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2444 changes Kansas sentencing rules by limiting jail credit for consecutive sentences to apply to only one case, preventing double-counting of pretrial jail time across multiple sentences. For individuals on probation, parole, or postrelease supervision who commit a new felony, the bill requires courts to impose a prison sentence as the default (unless specific findings justify otherwise) and prohibits certain sentencing departures. It also mandates that such defendants must post a secured bond (requiring collateral) for release, unless the court waives this requirement. These provisions apply specifically to new felony offenses committed during supervision for a prior felony.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes and honors the life and public service of Representative John Resman, who represented Kansas's 121st District. The resolution highlights his extensive background in law enforcement, including service in the U.S. Army, the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and the Johnson County Sheriff's Office, before his election to the state legislature. It commemorates his legislative work on committees related to corrections, federal affairs, and public safety, as well as his advocacy for fiscal responsibility and education. The resolution concludes by expressing condolences to his family following his passing in March 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Jayhawk Theatre in Topeka, Kansas. It highlights the theater's history as the official State Theater of Kansas and its role as a historic landmark since opening in 1926. The text expresses appreciation for the community efforts involved in preserving the building but does not create new laws or change any policies.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors the life and public service of Representative Robert Tomlinson, who recently passed away. It recognizes his decades of work as an educator, city council member, state legislator, and executive official in Kansas. The document formally acknowledges his career achievements and personal legacy without proposing new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 2424 establishes a new license for pump installation contractors in Kansas and adds requirements for water well contractors. It mandates that contractors document each installation with specific details (location, pump specifications, well data) and submit records within 30 days. The bill also requires water quality analysis from Kansas-certified labs within 60 days after well completion, with reports submitted to the state health department. These provisions aim to improve groundwater data collection and safety standards for well systems.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes an amendment to the Kansas Constitution to explicitly state that only United States citizens who are at least 18 years old and residents of their voting area are eligible to vote in the state. The key provision clarifies existing requirements by listing them as mandatory conditions for being a qualified elector, while including exceptions that allow citizens to vote absentee or in their former residence if they temporarily move within Kansas or during specific federal election periods. If passed by the legislature and approved by voters in a 2026 election, the change would formally codify current voting rules without altering the fundamental right to vote for those who meet the stated criteria.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution designates March 29, 2025, as Vietnam War Veterans Day within the state. The measure honors the nearly 9 million Americans who served during the Vietnam War and specifically recognizes the approximately 60,000 Kansas veterans who participated in the conflict. By passing this resolution, the House formally acknowledges the service and sacrifice of these veterans and their families on this commemorative date.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution denounces a planned satanic worship ritual scheduled for March 28, 2025, on the grounds of the Kansas State Capitol. The bill characterizes the event as an act of anti-Catholic bigotry and expresses the legislature's disagreement with actions that mock sacred beliefs. While acknowledging the First Amendment right to assemble, the resolution calls on Governor Laura Kelly to condemn the planned activity and urges Kansans to promote unity and mutual respect.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution expresses support for strengthening trade relations between Kansas and Ireland, citing shared cultural heritage and the potential for economic growth. The bill formally recognizes the deputy chairman of the Irish Senate for his efforts to promote trade and acknowledges the existing commercial exchanges between the two regions. As a non-binding legislative measure, it does not create new laws or allocate funds but serves to publicly endorse the goal of enhancing the partnership.