This bill amends K.S.A. 20-3301 to require the clerk of the appellate courts to publish a monthly list of cases from the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals that have not had a decision entered or filed within six months of submission. The list will include details such as the case name, case number, submission date, and, for cases before the Court of Appeals, the panel of judges who heard the case. This information will be made publicly available on the Supreme Court's website and will remain accessible until the case is decided. Additionally, the clerk will transmit these lists to various legislative and executive officials.

The bill also repeals existing provisions that mandated district courts to enter and file decisions on motions and non-jury trials within 120 days and outlines the process for counsel to request decisions if delays occur. It establishes a new framework for the publication of pending petitions for review, requiring similar transparency for cases that have not been granted or denied within six months. Overall, the bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the judicial process by ensuring timely updates on case statuses.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 20-3301