This bill amends various sections of Kansas election law to establish new requirements for special elections. Specifically, it mandates that any special election must be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in March or on the same day as a general or primary election. The bill also modifies the timeline for calling elections related to bond issuance by municipalities, reducing the maximum time frame from 90 days to 60 days, and allows for elections to be held on the same day as general or primary elections. Additionally, it clarifies the definition of a special election and outlines the conditions under which such elections can be conducted.

The bill repeals several existing statutes related to election procedures, including provisions that previously allowed for special elections to be held at mutually agreed dates between governing bodies and county election officers. It also removes restrictions on the timing of special bond elections in relation to general elections and the election of school board members. Overall, the changes aim to streamline the election process and ensure that special elections are more closely aligned with general election dates, thereby potentially increasing voter participation.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 25-2502
As Amended by Senate Committee: 10-120, 25-1115, 25-2006, 25-2019, 25-2502
{As Amended by Senate Committee of the Whole}: 10-120, 25-1115, 25-2006, 25-2019, 25-2502
Enrolled: 10-120, 25-432, 12-17, 12-521, 25-1115, 25-2006, 25-2019, 25-2502