Kansas 2025-2026 Regular Session

Kansas Senate Bill SR1703

Introduced

1/13/25

Passed

1/13/25

Enrolled

1/15/25

Passed

1/15/25

Caption

Providing temporary rules for the Senate until permanent rules are adopted.

Impact

The resolution primarily impacts the administrative and organizational aspects of the Senate, specifically focusing on the structure of committees and their responsibilities. By defining the roles and appointments of key positions within committees, SR1703 ensures that legislative work can proceed without disruption due to procedural uncertainties as new rules are developed. This stability is crucial for maintaining the workflow and addressing legislative priorities effectively in the upcoming sessions.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 1703 (SR1703) addresses the need for temporary rules governing the Kansas Senate until permanent rules are established. The resolution stipulates that the existing rules of the Senate, applicable for the 2021-2024 period and still in effect at the adjournment of the 2024 regular session, will serve as the temporary framework for the Senate's procedures in the 2025 session. This approach aims to ensure continuity and stability in legislative operations during the transitional period until more permanent regulations can be put in place.

Contention

While SR1703 may appear to be a procedural resolution, its passage is significant. It highlights the need for clarity and organization within legislative bodies, especially in times when new or modified rules are being adopted. However, there may be disagreements on the content of the new rules themselves or the processes used for their establishment. Ensuring broad support for both the temporary and permanent rules will be essential to avoid contention among Senate members.

Additional_points

The resolution also amends Rule 7 regarding standing committees, which outlines the composition and appointment processes, enhancing transparency and ensuring proper representation across party lines. The emphasis on proportional representation reflects the Senate's commitment to fair governance and addressing diverse perspectives in legislative matters. The anticipated adoption of SR1703 thus establishes a framework for effective governance while working towards more comprehensive legislative reforms.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

KS HR6003

Providing temporary rules of the House of Representatives for the 2023 session until permanent rules are adopted.

KS HR6004

Providing the permanent rules of the House of Representatives for the 2023-2024 biennium.

KS SR1703

Amending the rules of the Senate to increase the number of members on the committee on assessment and taxation.

KS HCR5002

Providing for joint rules for the House of Representatives and the Senate for the 2023-2024 biennium.

KS HB2615

Providing for the publishing, printing and distributing of state laws and administrative rules and regulations.

KS SB559

Preserving child labor protections by requiring a legislative review process when considering bills proposing to reduce or eliminate child labor protections, providing that the joint committee on administrative rules and regulations review such bills and that the secretary of labor provide a report to the legislature to assist the legislature’s consideration of such bills.

KS HB2818

Providing for a legislative review process and criteria when considering bills that propose new or additional occupational regulation, requiring the joint committee on administrative rules and regulations to review such bills and authorizing the joint committee to direct regulatory entities or to contract with a consulting firm to provide a report to the legislature to inform the legislature's consideration of such bill.

KS HB2536

Establishing the SOUL family legal permanency option for children 16 years of age or older.

KS HB2807

Providing for the appointment of delegates to a convention under article V of the constitution of the United States and prescribing the duties and responsibilities therefor.

KS SB155

Substitute for SB 155 by Committee on Ways and Means - Making and concerning appropriations for fiscal years 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 for various state agencies.

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