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KS HCR5021
KS HCR5021Amending article 5 of the constitution of the state of Kansas to require voters to present photographic identification at the time of voting.
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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A PROPOSITION to amend article 5 of the constitution of the state of Kansas by adding a new section to require voters to present photographic identification at the time of voting.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to Article 5 of the Kansas Constitution, which governs voting rights, by adding a new section requiring all qualified voters to present photographic identification when casting their ballot. This identification must be issued by the state of Kansas, the U.S. government, or the tribal government of a recognized Indian tribe, and the specific details of how this requirement will be implemented and managed will be determined by state law. The resolution outlines that this proposed constitutional change will be presented to Kansas voters for approval or rejection at a special election scheduled for August 4, 2026, to be held concurrently with the primary election.
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Government Affairs
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Other Sponsors (1)
Elections (House)
Last Action
House Committee Report recommending resolution be adopted as amended by Committee on Elections (on 02/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hcr5021/ |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As Amended by House Committee | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_hcr5021_01_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hcr5021_01_0000.pdf |
| House Committee on Elections Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_hcr5021_h_3648.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hcr5021_00_0000.pdf |
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