Bill > HB2767

This bill establishes the Kansas Military Affairs Commission, which will be an advisory body within the governor's office and will essentially continue the work of the Governor's Military Council, with its official designation changing on July 1, 2026. The commission will be expanded from 13 to 15 voting members, including the governor (or designee) as chair, the adjutant general, legislative leaders (or their designees), the Secretary of Commerce, the executive director of the Kansas Office of Veterans' Services, three representatives from municipalities with military installations, one active-duty military spouse, and three individuals with extensive military experience, all appointed by the governor. Additionally, there will be 11 non-voting ex officio members representing various military installations, state educational institutions, and the Kansas Fusion Center. The commission is tasked with providing recommendations to the governor and legislature on military-affiliated issues, economic development related to the military, expanding the armed forces' presence in Kansas, supporting military infrastructure, improving employment and quality of life for military families, strengthening community-military relations, advocating for Kansas in Department of Defense decisions, building support for the armed services, and protecting existing and pursuing new military missions in the state. The bill also outlines the commission's meeting schedule, quorum requirements, member compensation, and the appointment and duties of an executive director who will manage the commission's operations and foster cooperation between military installations and public and private sectors.

Business and Industry, Military Affairs and Security

Federal and State Affairs (House)

https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2767/