HB 2019·KS·house
Authorizing the board of county commissioners to appoint a person to fill a vacancy in a county-elected office when no candidate runs for such office.
FailedFiled Jan 16, 2025
Sponsor: Committee on Elections
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Died in Committee
Apr 10, 2026
Summary
The bill would permit the board of county commissioners to name a qualified individual to fill a county‑elected office that became vacant because no one stood for election in the most recent general election. It covers positions such as commissioners, county attorney, sheriff, clerk, treasurer, and register of deeds. The purpose is to prevent these offices from remaining empty.
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