Rep. Dan Hawkins

Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural measure that formally notifies the Governor that both chambers of the Kansas Legislature are officially organized and prepared to begin their 2026 session. It directs the Chief Clerk of the House and the Secretary of the Senate to meet with the Governor to deliver this message and confirm that the legislature is ready to receive official communications. The resolution does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as an administrative step to establish the official start of the legislative year.

Maddy summaryThis legislative bill schedules a joint meeting of the Kansas Senate and House of Representatives to receive official messages from the Governor and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. The session is set to take place on January 13, 2026, with the Governor speaking at 6:00 p.m. and the Chief Justice addressing the judicial branch at 1:15 p.m. in Representative Hall. Additionally, the resolution appoints specific committees of legislators to accompany the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, and the Supreme Court Justices during their respective appearances.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution officially establishes the leadership team for the 2026 legislative session by listing elected officers such as the Speaker and committee leaders. The document notifies the Senate of these appointments, including Dan Hawkins as Speaker and Blake Carpenter as Speaker pro tempore, to formalize the House's organizational structure. It serves as a procedural step to confirm that the House has the necessary officers in place to conduct its business for the upcoming year.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution directs members of the 2026 legislative session to occupy the same seats assigned in the previous year, with specific exceptions for several districts. The bill formally assigns Representative Abi Boatman to seat 57 to replace Silas Miller, who is vacating District 86. Additionally, it lists eight other seats that will not follow the standard assignment pattern, ensuring continuity in the chamber's seating arrangement.

Maddy summaryThis bill officially ends the 2025 regular legislative session of the Kansas Senate and House of Representatives on April 11, 2025. It changes the previously scheduled end date of April 12, 2025, to close business one day earlier. Additionally, the resolution confirms that legislators and select committee members attending authorized meetings will continue to receive their standard pay and travel expenses after the session concludes.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution designates March 29, 2025, as Vietnam War Veterans Day within the state. The measure honors the nearly 9 million Americans who served during the Vietnam War and specifically recognizes the approximately 60,000 Kansas veterans who participated in the conflict. By passing this resolution, the House formally acknowledges the service and sacrifice of these veterans and their families on this commemorative date.

Maddy summaryThis bill sets specific dates for the Kansas legislature to end its current session and return later in the year. It mandates that the legislative body adjourn on March 27, 2025, and reconvene on April 10, 2025, with a final adjournment scheduled for April 12, 2025. During the break between these dates, essential staff will remain on duty to handle messages from the governor and other necessary tasks, while lawmakers will not receive daily pay unless they attend specific authorized meetings or committee sessions.

Maddy summaryThis Kansas House resolution denounces a planned satanic worship ritual scheduled for March 28, 2025, on the grounds of the Kansas State Capitol. The bill characterizes the event as an act of anti-Catholic bigotry and expresses the legislature's disagreement with actions that mock sacred beliefs. While acknowledging the First Amendment right to assemble, the resolution calls on Governor Laura Kelly to condemn the planned activity and urges Kansans to promote unity and mutual respect.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes the 50th anniversary of the State Government Affairs Council in Kansas. It does not change any laws or policies but instead honors the organization's five decades of work in connecting government officials, businesses, and community members. The resolution praises the council for its role in fostering nonpartisan dialogue, mentoring future professionals, and promoting transparency in state governance. Ultimately, the measure serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of the council's contributions rather than a legislative action with enforceable rules.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution from the Kansas legislature formally strengthens the existing sister-state relationship between Kansas and Taiwan, celebrating 36 years of partnership since 1989. The document highlights current cooperation in trade, education, and student exchanges, noting that Taiwan is a significant partner for Kansas imports and exports. It expresses support for expanding these ties through a bilateral trade agreement and the signing of a double taxation avoidance treaty to encourage investment. Additionally, the resolution advocates for Taiwan's participation in international organizations such as the United Nations and the International Civil Aviation Organization.