This bill amends several sections of Kansas election law to establish that all special elections must be held on the first Tuesday in March of any year. Specifically, it modifies K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 10-120, K.S.A. 25-1115, K.S.A. 25-2006, and K.S.A. 25-2019 to reflect this change. The bill removes previous provisions that allowed special elections to be held within 45 days of a general or primary election and stipulates that special elections can now coincide with general or primary elections, provided they occur on the designated March date.

Additionally, the bill repeals existing sections of law that conflict with the new requirements, ensuring a streamlined approach to scheduling special elections. The amendments clarify the definitions of general, primary, and special elections, aligning them with the new scheduling mandate. The bill aims to simplify the election process and provide a consistent date for special elections across the state.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 25-2006, 25-2019, 10-120, 25-1115, 25-2502
As introduced: 25-2006, 25-2019, 10-120, 25-1115, 25-2502