The resolution pertains to the organization of the Senate of the State of Kansas, officially notifying the House of Representatives that the Senate has been organized with its designated officers. The officers listed include Ty Masterson as president, Tim Shallenburger as vice president, Chase Blasi as majority leader, Dinah Sykes as minority leader, Corey Carnahan as secretary, and Don Cackler as sergeant at arms. The resolution indicates that the Senate is prepared to proceed with its legislative duties and is awaiting further actions from the House.
Senate Resolution No. 1701 was sponsored by Senators Masterson, Blasi, and Sykes, and it has been certified as having originated in the Senate and adopted by that body. The resolution serves to formally establish the leadership structure of the Senate for the current legislative session.