KansasKansas commission could recommend energy standards for buildings
A proposal that died in committee would have let Kansas's state corporation commission recommend building energy standards while cities and counties kept local authority.
What it does
Kansas's state corporation commission could recommend energy standards for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, but could not adopt or enforce them. Cities and counties could set and enforce local standards.
Argument forThe commission's recommendations could give cities and counties guidance as they consider energy standards for buildings.
Argument againstDifferent city and county standards could make building energy rules vary from one Kansas community to another.
More detail
The proposal would let the state corporation commission recommend energy standards. The recommendations could cover residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The commission could not adopt or enforce the standards. Cities and counties could adopt or enforce standards within their jurisdictions. If enacted, the proposal would take effect after publication in the statute book.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Died
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 10Died in CommitteeDied
- 2025
- Feb 4Referred to Senate Committee on UtilitiesMinor
- Feb 3IntroducedIntroduced
Environment & Energy