The bill amends K.S.A. 42-706, which governs the structure and election processes of irrigation district boards in Kansas. It establishes that the board of directors will consist of three members who must be residents of the county where the irrigation district is located or an adjoining county. The terms of office for these members can be set at two, three, or four years, as determined by the board. The bill also outlines the election procedures, including the establishment of polling places and voting areas, particularly for districts larger than 35,000 acres. It allows for the possibility of mail-in voting and specifies that the election process must comply with general election laws, with modifications to ensure that voters are qualified owners of irrigable land within the district.

Additionally, the bill repeals the previous version of K.S.A. 42-706, indicating a significant overhaul of the existing legal framework governing irrigation district elections. The new provisions aim to streamline the election process, clarify the qualifications for voters, and ensure that the election procedures are more accessible and efficient. The changes reflect a modernized approach to managing irrigation districts, emphasizing the importance of local governance and the participation of landowners in the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 42-706