The bill amends the existing law regarding the Kansas wildlife and parks commission by modifying the appointment process and qualifications for its members. It establishes that the commission will consist of seven members, with specific representation from various fish and wildlife administration regions, and introduces at-large members appointed by the speaker of the house and the president of the senate. The bill also stipulates that no more than two at-large members can come from the same fish and wildlife administration region, and it clarifies the terms of service for members, allowing for the appointment of new members on July 1, 2026, with the exception of one member.

Additionally, the bill grants the commission the authority to direct the secretary to report on or develop rules and regulations, and allows commission members to submit potential rules and regulations. It outlines the process for the commission to approve, modify, or reject proposed rules and regulations, and emphasizes the commission's advisory role to the governor and secretary in policy formulation. The existing section of K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 32-805 is repealed, and the new provisions will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 32-805
As Amended by Senate Committee: 32-805
{As Amended by Senate Committee of the Whole}: 32-805