KS SCR1611

Amends the Kansas Constitution to replace the current merit-based appointment system with direct election of all seven Supreme Court justices by voters

Establishes a staggered election schedule: positions 1, 2, and 3 elected in November 2028; positions 4 and 5 in November 2030; positions 6 and 7 in November 2032, with six-year terms thereafter

Abolishes the Supreme Court Nominating Commission, which currently nominates three candidates from which the governor selects justices

Permits Supreme Court justices to make political contributions, hold office in political parties, and participate in political campaigns when running for appellate court positions

Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative chambers and places the constitutional amendment on the August 4, 2026 primary election ballot for voter approval