The bill establishes new procedures for filling vacancies in the offices of United States senator, state treasurer, and commissioner of insurance in Kansas. It mandates that the governor appoint a person from the same political party as the incumbent, following a nomination process by the legislature that involves the joint committee on vacancy appointments. This committee will consist of 12 members from both the Senate and House of Representatives, ensuring representation from each congressional district. The governor must make a temporary appointment within three days of receiving a resolution or report from the committee, and the appointed individual must meet specific residency and party affiliation requirements.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws regarding the appointment process for the state treasurer and commissioner of insurance, replacing the phrase "some suitable person" with a requirement to appoint one of the three candidates recommended by the joint committee. It also repeals certain sections of the current law that are rendered obsolete by these changes. The provisions of the bill are designed to ensure a more structured and politically consistent approach to filling vacancies in these key offices, while also allowing for public hearings and legislative oversight in the selection process.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 25-101b, 40-106, 25-318
As Amended by Senate Committee: 25-101b, 40-106, 25-318
{As Amended by Senate Committee of the Whole}: 25-101b, 40-106, 25-318
As Amended by House Committee: 25-101b, 40-106, 25-318
{As Amended by House Committee of the Whole}: 25-101b, 40-106, 25-318
Enrolled: 25-101b, 40-106, 25-318