Kansas Legislative Update - Week 10

Despite the House and Senate continuing work on property tax relief and the state budget, the 2026 Kansas legislative session is quickly nearing its end. Friday, March 20, marked the final day for non-exempt bills in either chamber, and Friday, March 27, is the scheduled First Adjournment for the session.Racing the clock, final committee hearings and last-minute negotiations were held this week before two days of floor action on bills later in the week. House and Senate Conference Committees, comprised of the committee’s Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Ranking Minority Party Member, will play a central role in legislative activity next week, particularly on high-profile issues such as the state budget and property tax policy.As the Legislature enters the final phase of the regular session, lawmakers will focus on resolving key differences, advancing priority measures, and preparing final legislation for consideration by the governor.