2026 Session Begins Jan. 12th

The 2026 Kansas Legislative Session starts on Monday, January 12, 2026, marking the beginning of a busy year with priorities focused on the state budget, water resources, early childhood development, and campaign-driven issues like tax relief. Rep. Johnson anticipates that property tax relief will be the single most important issue in 2026.
Key Dates & Information:
  • Session Start: January 12, 2026.
  • First Adjournment: March 27, 2026 (for bill introduction).
  • Veto Session: Anticipated to begin April 9, 2026.
  • Election Year: 2026 is a major election year, with all 125 House seats and statewide offices (Governor, AG, etc.) on the ballot, influencing legislative focus. 
Major Issues & Focus Areas:
  • Budget: Passing a balanced budget.
  • Water: Finalizing a long-term strategic water plan.
  • Early Childhood: Establishing the new Office of Early Childhood.
  • Election Year Politics: Expect debates on property tax relief and spending cuts. 

Rep. Johnson Files for 4th Term

                                    September 25, 2025
          Kansas State Representative Timothy H. Johnson of the 38th District in Leavenworth and Wyandotte Counties has formerly filed for re-election to a fourth term.  Johnson who serves residents in Basehor, Linwood, and Leavenworth was first elected to the Kansas House in 2020.  He is a Republican.
          “It has been a challenge trying to keep or lower taxes while at the same time providing the important services to our citizens,” said Johnson.  “Now in the upcoming 2026 session the tax issues have to receive the top priority,” he added.
          Rep. Johnson serves on the House Child Welfare Committee as vice-chair and is also on the Veterans, K-12 Education Budget, and Joint Foster Care & Adoption committees.  A 31 year law enforcement officer, the representative has been instrumental in working on several public safety issues especially those impacting foster care and adoption.
Rep. Johnson signs petition at the Kansas Secretary of States office to be placed on the 2026 primary ballot. (Photo by Bryan Caskey

​Website provided by Rep. Tim Johnson
​38th District House of Representatives
14135 Mitchell Court, Apt. A
​Basehor, Kansas (66007)
​Catherine Johnson Treasurer