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Providing for a presidential preference primary election every four years commencing in 2028 and aligning the special election date in March with the presidential preference primary election date.
This bill proposes holding a presidential preference primary election every four years starting in 2028. It also aligns the special election date in March with this new primary election.
Prohibiting the use of fluoride additives in public water supplies.
This bill proposes prohibiting the use of fluoride additives in public water supplies. This means that if passed, it would stop adding fluoride to drinking water.
Providing that the failure of an alcohol or drug test can be certified when the law enforcement officer administering such test had reasonable grounds to believe a person was attempting to operate a vehicle.
This bill allows a person's failure of an alcohol or drug test to be certified if a law enforcement officer had reasonable grounds to believe they were trying to drive. This applies when someone is stopped for suspected DUI.
Modifying the definition of earnings to include paid compensation for wage garnishment exemption purposes.
This bill changes how 'earnings' are defined for purposes of exempting certain wages from garnishment. This means some Kansans may be able to keep more of their paychecks.
Providing for the assignment of seats in the Senate for the 2026 legislative session.
This bill assigns seats in the Kansas Senate for the 2026 legislative session. It's a routine procedural step that sets up the physical layout of the Senate chamber.
Providing for the organization of the Senate for the 2026 session of the Legislature.
This bill organizes the Kansas Senate for the 2026 legislative session. It sets the stage for the Senate's work and prepares them to tackle legislation.
Prohibiting members of the legislature from engaging in transactions involving stocks and other securities during legislative sessions.
This bill would prevent Kansas state legislators from buying or selling stocks and other securities during their legislative sessions.
Designating a portion of U.S. highway 36 as the deputy sheriff Brandon Gaede memorial highway.
This bill proposes to name a section of U.S. highway 36 after Deputy Sheriff Brandon Gaede.
Eliminating state income tax on certain qualified overtime compensation.
This bill aims to exempt certain overtime pay from state income tax. This means some Kansans might see a reduction in their state taxes.
Increasing the extent of property tax exemption for residential property from the statewide school levy.
This bill aims to increase the amount of property tax exemption for residential properties from the statewide school levy.
Prohibiting members of the legislature from lobbying for a period of four years after leaving office.
This bill would prevent former Kansas state legislators from becoming lobbyists for four years after leaving office.
Requiring veterans with a condition from military service to be offered diversion for certain offenses and expanding the mitigating factor for departure at sentencing for veterans.
This bill requires diversion programs for certain offenses when a veteran has a condition related to their military service. It also expands a factor that can lead to a lighter sentence for veterans.
Requiring persons convicted of or given diversion agreements for driving under the influence to attend victim impact panel programs.
This bill requires people convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) or given a diversion agreement for DUI to attend victim impact panel programs. These panels help offenders understand the effects of their actions on victims and their families.
Classifying crimes related to driving under the influence and driving a commercial vehicle under the influence as person crimes.
This bill would classify crimes related to driving under the influence (DUI) and driving a commercial vehicle under the influence as 'person' crimes. This means that these offenses would be treated more seriously than other traffic violations.
Providing a sales tax exemption for certain purchases and sales by the Johnson county Christmas bureau association.
This bill would exempt certain purchases and sales made by the Johnson County Christmas Bureau Association from paying Kansas state sales tax.
Increasing the amount of fees retained by the county treasurer, the division of vehicles or a contractor for processing motor vehicle license applications and certificate of titles.
This bill increases the amount of fees that county treasurers and state agencies can keep when processing motor vehicle license applications and title certificates. The extra money would go to these government offices.
Requiring that each attendance center needs assessment be conducted by the local board of education and include input from board members, teachers, school site councils and school administrators and that board members receive certain state assessment data and identify allocations of money in the school district budget and budget summary.
This bill requires local school boards to conduct needs assessments for each attendance center, gathering input from teachers, administrators, and others. The board members will also receive state assessment data and review budget allocations.
Requiring school districts to demonstrate improvement in academic performance and be in compliance with all federal and state statutes and rules and regulations to achieve or maintain accreditation.
This bill requires Kansas school districts to show improvement in student performance and follow all federal and state rules to keep their accreditation.
Providing a sales tax exemption for certain purchases by bowling centers.
This bill proposes exempting certain purchases by bowling centers from Kansas sales tax.
A resolution congratulating and commending the 2024-2025 Washburn University men's basketball team for an outstanding season and qualification for the Final Four of the NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Championship.
This bill congratulates and commends the Washburn University men's basketball team for their outstanding season and qualification for the Final Four of the NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Championship.
Honoring the service and sacrifice of Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient Danny J. Petersen.
This bill honors the service and sacrifice of Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient Danny J. Petersen.
Approving an amendment to the gaming compact with the Sac and Fox Nation of Missouri in Kansas and Nebraska concerning sports wagering.
This bill approves an amendment to a gaming compact between Kansas and the Sac and Fox Nation of Missouri, allowing for sports wagering.
Commending Senator Jerry Moran for his unwavering support of Kansas farmers.
This bill commends Senator Jerry Moran for his support of Kansas farmers. It does not provide any specific benefits or funding for farmers.
Condemning the pardons and commutations of sentences for those individuals involved in the attack at the United States capitol building on January 6, 2021.
This bill condemns the pardons and commutations of sentences for individuals involved in the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol building. It does not propose any specific actions or consequences.
Authorizing law enforcement officers to conduct investigations of violations of the scrap metal theft reduction act.
This bill allows law enforcement officers to investigate violations of the Scrap Metal Theft Reduction Act. It doesn't change any existing laws or regulations.