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KS SCR1618
Concurrent Resolution
Status
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Cindy Holscher
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment establishing redistricting requirements for U.S. congressional, state senate, state representative, and state board of education districts in Kansas
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Requires districts to be based on the most recent U.S. decennial census, with state legislative and board of education districts having population deviations no greater than plus or minus 5% from ideal population
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Mandates that redistricting shall not dilute minority voting strength, and districts must be contiguous, compact, preserve existing political subdivisions, and consider communities of interest
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Prohibits the legislature from redrawing district boundaries except during constitutionally prescribed redistricting years or when ordered by a court
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Requires two-thirds approval from both the Kansas Senate and House of Representatives, then submission to voters at the November 2026 general election (or an earlier special election if called)
Legislative Description
Proposing amendments to article 10 of the constitution of the state of Kansas to establish requirements for reapportioning congressional, state senatorial, state representative and board of education districts and prohibit the reapportionment thereof except when required by the constitution of the state of Kansas or when ordered by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs
1/21/2026