Bill > SB99

This bill requires the head of each state agency and the director of the budget to jointly identify and certify to the director of accounts and reports the number of full-time positions funded by the state general fund that have been vacant for more than 180 days as of June 30, 2025. On July 1, 2025, these vacant positions will be effectively eliminated from the budget, and the corresponding funding allocated for salaries and associated fringe benefits will be lapsed (withdrawn) from the state general fund for fiscal year 2026. The bill applies to any state agency named in an appropriation act during the 2025 regular legislative session. When certifying the vacant positions, the director of the budget must also send a copy of the certification to the director of legislative research. The legislation is designed to reduce state spending by eliminating long-term vacant positions and reclaiming their allocated funds, with the act taking effect upon publication in the Kansas register.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Government Efficiency (Senate)

https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb99/