Rep. Steve Howe

Primary HR 6036

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Congratulating Stryten Energy on the 50th anniversary of its battery manufacturing facility in Salina.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution congratulates Stryten Energy on the 50th anniversary of its battery manufacturing facility in Salina. The bill formally recognizes the company's contributions to the local economy, its workforce of over 700 employees, and its community involvement through various civic and educational programs. As a commemorative measure, the resolution does not create new laws or policies but instead serves to honor the company's half-century of operations and leadership in advanced manufacturing.

Passed Mar 16, 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 6010

Passed · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Strengthening the sister-state ties between the State of Kansas and Taiwan.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution from the Kansas legislature formally strengthens the existing sister-state relationship between Kansas and Taiwan, celebrating 36 years of partnership since 1989. The document highlights current cooperation in trade, education, and student exchanges, noting that Taiwan is a significant partner for Kansas imports and exports. It expresses support for expanding these ties through a bilateral trade agreement and the signing of a double taxation avoidance treaty to encourage investment. Additionally, the resolution advocates for Taiwan's participation in international organizations such as the United Nations and the International Civil Aviation Organization.

Passed Mar 7, 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 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 2622

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Amending the Kansas indoor clean air act to prohibit smoking on the gaming floor of a lottery gaming facility or racetrack gaming facility.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2514

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Revising school district open enrollment procedures and requirements to prioritize students who are residents of Kansas over students who are residents of another state, providing for continued enrollment of students who attended a school district of nonresidence in school year 2023-2024, authorizing school districts to deem students as not in good standing prior to enrollment and requiring publication of nonresident student transfer policies on the school district website.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2729

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Enacting the Kansas specie legal tender act and the Kansas bullion depository act, authorizing the state treasurer to approve electronic currencies backed by specie legal tender and establish, administer or contract for the administration of bullion depositories and allowing for state moneys to be deposited in such bullion depositories and invested in specie legal tender.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HCR 5014

died · Kansas House · Lead sponsor

Directing the joint committee on fiduciary financial institutions oversight to study and draft legislation relating to environmental, social and governance standards.

died Apr 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track