# Kansas Supreme Court election amendment

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kansas-supreme-court-election-amendment
> Updated: 2026-07-28T20:53:10.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In early July 2026, Kansas election officials began preparations for the upcoming primary election, slated for early August. By late July, attention had shifted to a constitutional amendment that would place the selection of state Supreme Court justices on the primary ballot. The proposal seeks to replace the current commission‑selected system with direct voter elections, arguing it restores democratic control. Supporters and opponents are both mobilizing, with out‑of‑state groups financing advertising campaigns that frame the amendment as either a safeguard against external influence or a politicization of the judiciary.

## Timeline

### 2026-07-28: Kansas Voters Face Amendment to Elect Supreme Court Justices

A Kansas constitutional amendment to let voters elect Supreme Court justices will appear on the Aug 4 primary ballot, prompting debate over voter turnout and out‑of‑state opposition.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kansas-voters-face-amendment-to-elect-supreme-court-justices

### 2026-07-03: Kansas prepares for August 6 primary election

Kansas sets voter registration and mail‑ballot deadlines for the Aug 6 primary, with all statewide offices and a judicial amendment on the ballot; officials urge strong voter turnout.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kansas-prepares-for-august-6-primary-election

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