Rep. Louis Ruiz

Primary HR 6041

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Recognizing and commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Jayhawk Theatre.

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.

Passed Mar 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6034

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Commemorating the life and service of Representative Robert Tomlinson.

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.

Passed Mar 13, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6018

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Recognizing March 29, 2025, as Vietnam War Veterans Day.

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.

VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly recognizes and honors Vietnam War veterans, aligning with the indicator for recognizing veteran service.95% confidence

Passed Apr 10, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6014

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Recognizing March 13, 2025, as Mental Health Advocacy Day at the Capitol.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution designates March 13, 2025, as Mental Health Advocacy Day at the state Capitol. The measure formally acknowledges the efforts of youth groups and mental health organizations that plan to visit legislators on that date to promote awareness and support for behavioral health services. By recognizing this specific day, the resolution highlights ongoing state progress in mental health care and encourages continued community involvement in reducing stigma. It does not alter laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of advocacy efforts within the legislature.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a day to promote mental health awareness and support services, aligning with indicators for supporting mental health.75% confidence

Passed Mar 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 6009

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Honoring Michael Young for his outstanding work and contribution to our state as a talented artist and proud Kansas native.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally honors Michael Young, a Kansas artist, for creating the Brown v. Board of Education mural at the state Capitol. The resolution recognizes his artwork as a significant representation of civil rights history and acknowledges his contributions as a talented native of Kansas. It serves as a commemorative gesture to celebrate his legacy and the historical importance of the landmark Supreme Court case he depicted.

Passed Feb 28, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HCR 5021

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Proposing to amend the Constitution of the State of Kansas to decrease by 1/2% a year for five years from 111/2% to 9% the assessed value for real property used for residential purposes.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HCR 5004

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Urging the U.S. Congress to fully fund the federal government's original funding promise under the individuals with disabilities education act.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2162

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Providing for sales tax exemption for hygiene products.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2520

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Increasing the extent of property tax exemption from the statewide school levy for residential property to $100,000 of such property's appraised valuation.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2348

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Restoring local government control over wages, compensation and benefits for construction projects.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track