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KS HCR5028

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ford Carr

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes adding Section 22 to the Kansas Bill of Rights establishing that adults have the right to possess and use cannabis, subject to reasonable laws and regulations protecting public health, safety, and general welfare

  • Requires two-thirds approval from both the Kansas House of Representatives and Senate to place the amendment on the ballot

  • Submits the constitutional amendment to Kansas voters at the November 2026 general election, unless the legislature calls a special election at an earlier date

  • Sponsored by 11 Representatives including Carr, Alcala, Carlin, Martinez, Meyer, Mosley, S. Ruiz, Schlingensiepen, Simmons, Stogsdill, and Wikle

Legislative Description

Proposing to amend the bill of rights of the constitution of the state of Kansas by adding a new section relating to the right for adults to possess and use cannabis.

Last Action

House Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Federal and State Affairs2/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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