S.Con.Res.1605

Proposing a constitutional amendment to grant counties home rule powers.

Introduced·1/22/25
Introduced Text

Proposing a constitutional amendment to grant Kansas counties home rule powers.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to grant Kansas counties home rule powers, allowing them to determine local affairs and government, except when preempted by statewide laws. Counties could exempt themselves from non-uniform state laws by passing charter resolutions, which require a two-thirds vote and publication in local newspapers. If approved by two-thirds of both legislative houses, the amendment would be submitted to voters in 2026.

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Federal and State Affairs Committee
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History

Jan 23, 2025

Senate

Senate Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs

Jan 22, 2025

Senate

Senate Introduced