Committee Information
Members
Senate
Senator Renee Erickson, Vice-chairperson
Senator Brenda Dietrich
Senator Rob Olson
Senator Usha Reddi
Senator Tim Shallenburger
House
Representative Sean Tarwater, Chairperson
Representative Pam Curtis
Representative Robin Essex
Representative Leah Howell
Representative Cyndi Howerton
Representative Lynn Melton
Staff
Kansas Legislative Research Department
Matthew Willis
Chardae Caine
Nicole Fielder
Office of Revisor of Statutes
Charles Reimer
Kyle Hamilton
Study Topic
The Committee is directed to study and make recommendations concerning:
- Home ownership, with an emphasis on housing priced under $200,000, and the availability of such housing in urban and rural areas of the state;
- Rental housing issues, including availability of affordable rental housing, eviction issues for tenants and landlords, and potential amendments to the Kansas Residential Landlord and Tenant Act;
- Housing for populations that face specific housing-related challenges, such as fixed-income senior citizens, individuals undergoing substance abuse or mental health treatment, veterans, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and individuals exiting the foster care system or the correctional system;
- The relationship between affordable housing and economic development, specifically considering concerns of workforce, homebuilders, and businesses creating jobs in Kansas;
- Possible incentives for small businesses that purchase and remodel homes, including policies that other states are utilizing;
- Current housing law and policies in Kansas and other states; and
- Other housing issues identified by the Special Committee.
Approved Meeting Days: 2 days