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HCR 5017

Providing for the adjournment of the House of Representatives and the Senate.

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

Kansas HCR 5017 officially adjourns both the House and Senate, ending the 2025 legislative session and allowing members to return to their districts.

Enrolled and presented to Secretary of State on Friday, April 4, 2025
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Bill Summary · HCR 5017

Legislative bill overview

HCR 5017 is a concurrent resolution that formally adjourns both chambers of the Kansas Legislature. This type of bill is a procedural mechanism used to officially end a legislative session, allowing members to conclude their work and adjourn to their home districts.

Why is this important

Legislative adjournment resolutions mark the official end of a session and determine when lawmakers return to their districts. The timing affects how long legislators have to complete pending business, pass remaining bills, and when constituents can expect their representatives to be available locally. Once enrolled and presented to the Secretary of State, the adjournment typically becomes effective.

Potential points of contention

  • Timing of adjournment: Earlier adjournments may limit time for deliberation on complex legislation, while longer sessions increase legislative costs and reduce recess time
  • Unfinished business: Bills still in committee or pending votes may die when the session adjourns, frustrating advocates for specific legislation
  • Special sessions: The resolution may or may not authorize the Governor to call special sessions, affecting the legislature's ability to respond to emergencies after formal adjournment

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

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