The bill amends campaign contribution limits in Kansas, significantly increasing the maximum allowable contributions for various political offices. Specifically, the limits for contributions to candidates for governor and lieutenant governor are raised from $2,000 to $4,000 for each primary and general election. Similarly, the contribution limit for members of the House of Representatives and certain local offices is increased from $500 to $1,000, while the limit for state senators and members of the state board of education is raised from $1,000 to $2,000. Additionally, the bill eliminates existing limits on contributions to or by party committees.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a mechanism for automatic increases in these contribution limits based on the consumer price index, which will be published by the commission every two years. The existing language regarding aggregate contribution limits to party committees has been deleted, allowing for greater flexibility in party financing. The bill also repeals a previous section of the law, streamlining the regulations surrounding campaign contributions. Overall, this legislation aims to modernize and adjust campaign finance laws in Kansas to reflect current economic conditions.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 25-4153