SCR1608: Proposing an amendment to section 1 of article 5 of the constitution of the state of Kansas to require individuals to be citizens of the United States, at least 18 years of age and a resident of the voting area in which such person seeks to vote in order to vote in this state.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill proposes an amendment to Kansas' constitution requiring voters to be US citizens, at least 18 years old, and a resident of the voting area where they're casting their ballot.

Who This Affects

This would affect all eligible Kansans who want to vote in state elections, as well as non-citizen residents who may currently be able to vote in certain local elections.

Key Provisions

• Requires voters to be US citizens • Voters must be at least 18 years old • Voters must be a resident of the voting area

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Introduced

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Last Action

Senate Hearing: Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 10:30 AM Room 144-S

Feb 10, 2025

SCR1608: Proposing an amendment to section 1 of article 5 of the constitution of the state of Kansas to require individuals to be citizens of the United States, at least 18 years of age and a resident of the voting area in which such person seeks to vote in order to vote in this state.

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