Rep. Barbara Ballard

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 HR 6008

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Supporting the Kansas Air National Guard's 190th Air Refueling Wing on being a recipient finalist for a KC-46A Pegasus mission and accompanying aircraft.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution expresses strong legislative support for the 190th Air Refueling Wing in Topeka to be selected as a finalist for a new KC-46A Pegasus aircraft mission. The bill highlights that the unit currently operates aging KC-135R planes and argues that its strategic location and experienced personnel make it well-suited for the upgrade. By formally endorsing the wing's application, the resolution aims to encourage the federal government to award the contract to this specific unit. This measure does not directly allocate funds or mandate the purchase but serves as an official statement of preference from the state legislature.

VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly supports the Kansas Air National Guard unit, protecting veteran employment and military readiness.95% confidence

Passed Feb 18, 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 HR 6032

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Affirming the Kansas house of representatives' unwavering support for the free press in the state of Kansas.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2244

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Providing a permanent exemption for postsecondary educational institutions from the public buildings requirements under the personal and family protection 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