The bill introduces new provisions for the scheduling of elections concerning bond issuance and tax levies by school districts in Kansas, mandating that these elections coincide with the next primary or general election unless a specific date is established by law. It also clarifies the procedures for calling elections and publishing notices to ensure timely compliance with established guidelines. Additionally, the bill removes restrictions on the timing of special bond elections, allowing school districts to conduct multiple bond elections within a calendar year and lifting the prohibition on holding such elections within 60 days of general elections.

Moreover, the bill amends existing laws related to tax levies by school districts and municipalities. It permits school districts to levy an annual tax for up to five years, not exceeding 1/2 mill, to support adult basic education programs and to cover a portion of bond principal and interest for redevelopment projects, with provisions for voter approval if a petition is filed against the levy. The bill also modifies tax levy provisions for municipalities, allowing them to present tax levy questions to voters without the previous ten-year limit, thereby enhancing funding flexibility. Outdated statutes related to tax levies are repealed, and the act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 10-120, 25-2019, 72-1143, 72-5143, 72-53, 74-32, 79-4001, 12-1757