“I’m happy to pass this much-needed amendment out of the House to further ensure that the constitutional right to vote here in Kansas is left to citizens only. Here in Kansas, we will join other states that have passed similar amendments that set a clear standard for citizens-only voting. This amendment is truly a great step forward for election integrity and security.”

—Kansas House Speaker Dan Hawkins

(From the February 5, 2025 KSNT.com article “Kansas House passes citizen-only voting amendment”)

The Kansas House of Representatives passed HCR 5004 with 90 voting in favor and 28 opposed on Wednesday, Feb. 5. The bill, if approved, would clarify that only United States citizens can vote in Kansas elections. The bill will now go to the Kansas Senate for approval and, if it is approved in that body, later turned over to the state’s voters for a final decision.

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