Bill > SCR1609

This resolution proposes to amend the Kansas Constitution by repealing Section 12 of Article 15, which is commonly known as the Kansas "right to work" constitutional provision. The current section prevents people from being denied employment based on their membership or non-membership in a labor organization. If approved by two-thirds of both the Kansas Senate and House of Representatives, the proposed constitutional amendment will be placed on the ballot for voter consideration, likely during the November 2026 general election (or potentially at an earlier special election). The ballot will include an explanatory statement that clearly describes the current provision and the implications of voting for or against its repeal. Voters will be asked to decide whether to remove the existing constitutional protection that prevents discrimination in employment based on labor organization membership. The resolution requires formal entry in legislative journals and publication by the secretary of state to ensure proper public notification and transparency in the amendment process.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/scr1609/