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SB129: Raising the mandatory retirement age for magistrate judges regularly admitted to practice law who serve in counties with a population of 10,000 or fewer people.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill would allow magistrate judges who serve in small counties (with a population of 10,000 or fewer) to continue working beyond their current mandatory retirement age.

Who This Affects

Magistrate judges serving in these small Kansas counties would be able to stay on the job longer, potentially reducing turnover and ensuring continuity of service.

Key Provisions

• Applies only to magistrate judges serving in counties with a population of 10,000 or fewer • Raises the mandatory retirement age for these judges • Does not affect magistrate judges serving in larger counties

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Timeline

Introduced

Thursday, January 30, 2025

Last Action

Senate Hearing: Thursday, February 6, 2025, 10:30 AM Room 346-S

Feb 5, 2025

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