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HCR 5019

Informing the Governor that the two houses of the Legislature are organized and ready to receive communications during the 2026 session.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Croft and 2 co-sponsors

Kansas Legislature formally notifies Governor it has organized and is ready to conduct 2026 session business and receive official communications.

Enrolled and presented to Secretary of State on Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Bill Summary · HCR 5019

Legislative bill overview

HCR 5019 is a concurrent resolution that formally notifies the Kansas Governor that both houses of the Legislature have completed their organizational procedures and are prepared to conduct official business during the 2026 legislative session. This is a ceremonial measure that signals the Legislature's readiness to receive gubernatorial communications and begin session operations.

Why is this important

This resolution marks the official start of legislative operations for the 2026 session. It establishes the formal point at which the Governor may deliver messages, submit legislation, and begin policy negotiations with the Legislature. Without this organizational completion, the Legislature cannot formally conduct state business or consider substantive legislation.

Potential points of contention

  • Procedural timing: Potential disagreement over whether adequate time was given for committees and leadership to organize properly before declaring readiness
  • Leadership representation: Questions about whether all party caucuses and minority interests had adequate input in the organizational process
  • Session preparation: Debate over whether departments and agencies were sufficiently notified and prepared for the incoming legislative workload

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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