The bill introduces term limits for members of the Kansas legislature, stipulating that, starting January 11, 2027, no individual may serve more than 16 years in total as a member of the House of Representatives or the Senate. However, it allows for an extension of up to four additional years if the individual wins the next primary election with at least 70% of the total votes cast. This provision requires that the individual must be certified as the winning candidate in each of the next two primary elections to qualify for the additional term.

Additionally, the bill amends K.S.A. 25-702 to establish new voting requirements for candidates seeking election to the legislature who have already exceeded the term limit. Specifically, such candidates must receive at least 70% of the total votes to be certified as the winning candidate. If they fail to meet this threshold, the candidate with the next highest votes will be certified instead. The existing section of K.S.A. 25-702 is repealed, and the act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 25-702