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§ 9. Vacancies in legislature. All vacancies occurring in either house shall be filled as provided by law.

History: Adopted by convention, July 29, 1859; ratified by electors, October 4, 1859; L. 1861, p. 52; L. 1945, ch. 200, § 1; L. 1974, ch. 458, § 1; November 5, 1974.

Cross References to Related Sections:

Filling of vacancies in Legislature, see 25-3903.

Attorney General's Opinions:

Elections; filling of vacancies; vacancy in state Legislature. 84-33.

Reapportionment of Kansas Legislature; vacancy in senate seat prior to 2004 effective date. 2002-8.