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SCR 1622

Providing for the adjournment of the senate and the house of representatives for a period of time during the 2026 regular session of the legislature.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chase Blasi and 2 co-sponsors

Kansas legislature authorizes a recess period during 2026 session to temporarily pause lawmaking and committee work with bipartisan support.

Enrolled and presented to Secretary of State on Thursday, February 26, 2026
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Bill Summary · SCR 1622

Legislative bill overview

SCR 1622 is a concurrent resolution that authorizes both chambers of the Kansas legislature to adjourn (recess) for a specified period during the 2026 regular legislative session. The bill has already been adopted and enrolled, meaning both chambers agreed to the adjournment schedule without requiring a formal recorded vote.

Why is this important

Legislative adjournments are procedural matters that affect the timing and pace of lawmaking. This resolution allows legislators to pause session work temporarily, which can serve various purposes such as attending to district business, allowing time for committee work, or managing the legislative calendar. The rapid passage and lack of roll call vote indicates this was likely a routine procedural matter with bipartisan agreement.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: The bill was adopted "without roll call," meaning no public record exists of how individual legislators voted, making it difficult for constituents to track their representatives' positions
  • Unspecified adjournment period: The resolution text does not clearly specify the exact duration or timing of the recess, which could create confusion about when the legislature actually reconvenes
  • Limited public notice: As a procedural resolution, it may not have received significant public attention despite potentially affecting the legislative calendar and public access to ongoing proceedings

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

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