Bill > HB2258

This bill changes how election commissioners are appointed and managed in Kansas counties with over 125,000 residents. Currently, the secretary of state appoints election commissioners for a four-year term, but starting July 1, 2025, this practice will end. At that point, all jurisdiction and responsibilities for conducting elections will transfer from the election commissioner to the county clerk. This includes managing voter registration, qualification, challenging voter status, and overseeing elections. When vacancies occur in the election commissioner's office after this date, the position will not be refilled, and the county clerk will assume all related duties. The bill also stipulates that all existing election-related files, records, and documents will be transferred to the county clerk. Once no election commissioners remain in the state, the entire legal framework governing their office will be nullified. The change aims to localize election management by placing these responsibilities directly under county-level control.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2258/