The bill amends campaign contribution limits in Kansas, significantly increasing the allowable contributions for various political offices. Specifically, the limit for contributions to candidates for governor and lieutenant governor is 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 local offices with populations under 50,000 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 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 state party committees and other party committees has been deleted, allowing for greater flexibility in contributions. The bill also repeals the previous section of law that governed these contributions, streamlining the regulations surrounding campaign finance in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 25-4153