The bill establishes new election dates for municipal primary and general elections in Kansas, mandating that all primary elections occur on the first Tuesday in August and general elections on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November of even-numbered years, starting in 2028. It also adjusts the terms of elected officials whose terms would otherwise expire before January 1, 2029, to end on the second Monday in January 2029. The bill further amends various statutes related to extension districts, public utilities, drainage districts, and local offices, ensuring that elections for these positions are synchronized to occur in even-numbered years. It clarifies the terms of office for members, stipulating four-year terms, and outlines the process for filling vacancies.

Additionally, the bill modifies election procedures for irrigation districts and community colleges, specifying that elections will also be held on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November of even-numbered years. It introduces provisions for mail-in ballots and updates the election procedures for the Cowley County Community College Board of Trustees, including the establishment of an additional trustee position. The bill also includes amendments to streamline the election process, enhance transparency through mandated audits of election results, and clarify the qualifications and election procedures for candidates. Overall, the bill aims to improve the governance and efficiency of the electoral process in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 2-623, 10-120, 2-624, 13-1221, 13-1702, 13-1708, 19-2760, 19-3505, 24-412, 24-139a, 24-459, 24-504, 24-506, 25-205, 25-21a03, 25-210, 25-213, 25-303, 25-308, 25-610, 25-611, 25-1115, 25-2006, 25-2010, 25-2017a, 25-2018, 25-2102, 25-2107, 25-2108a, 25-2311, 25-2502, 25-3009, 42-706, 71-1408, 71-1413, 25-105, 25-209, 71-1422, 71-1401, 80-2508
As Amended by House Committee: 2-623, 10-120, 2-624, 13-1221, 13-1702, 13-1708, 19-2760, 19-3505, 24-412, 24-139a, 24-459, 24-504, 24-506, 25-205, 25-21a03, 25-210, 25-213, 25-303, 25-308, 25-610, 25-611, 25-613, 25-1115, 25-2006, 25-2010, 25-2017a, 25-2018, 25-2102, 25-2107, 25-2108a, 25-2311, 25-2502, 25-3009, 42-706, 71-1408, 71-1413, 25-105, 25-209, 71-1422, 71-1401, 80-2508