This bill amends several sections of Kansas law regarding election dates, specifically establishing that all special elections must be held on the first Tuesday in March of any year. The bill modifies the definitions of "general election," "primary election," and "special election" in K.S.A. 25-1115, K.S.A. 25-2006, and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 25-2502, removing previous provisions that allowed special elections to occur within 45 days of a general or primary election. Additionally, it repeals existing sections that conflict with the new requirements.

The bill also updates the process for calling elections for bond issuance by municipalities, specifying that such elections will now coincide with general, primary, or special elections rather than being held within a set number of days after compliance with legal requirements. The changes aim to streamline the election process and ensure that special elections are consistently scheduled, thereby enhancing voter participation and clarity in the electoral calendar.

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