Kansas SR1735: Recognizing and commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Jayhawk Theatre

What the bill says

A resolution of the Kansas Legislature; and.

From the enrolled text, March 20, 2026:

a resolution of the Kansas Legislature; and WHEREAS, The Jayhawk Theatre stands as an important historic and cultural landmark in Kansas; and WHEREAS, Historic theaters across Kansas sustain the state's historic character and vibrant community life, and the Jayhawk Theatre remains among these treasured institutions; and WHEREAS, The continued preservation and restoration of the Jayhawk Theatre represent a major collaborative effort among community partners, preservation advocates and local supporters to advance historic preservation, downtown revitalization, tourism and economic development in the capital city of Topeka and throughout the state of Kansas; and WHEREAS, The year 2026 marks the centennial anniversary of the Jayhawk Theatre, a landmark that has long contributed meaningfully to the civic and cultural fabric of Kansas: Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the Senate of the State of Kansas: That we recognize and commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Jayhawk Theatre, the official State Theater of Kansas, and extend our appreciation to all those who have preserved and supported this historic landmark for the benefit of present and future generations; and Be it further resolved: That the Secretary of the Senate shall send an enrolled copy of this resolution to the Historic Jayhawk Theatre and Senator Dietrich. Senate Resolution No. 1735 was sponsored by Senators Dietrich, Kloos, Schmidt and Titus. I hereby certify that the above R …

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Sponsors

• Brenda Dietrich, Brenda (I) · primary sponsor
• Rick Kloos, Rick (I)
• Patrick Schmidt, Patrick (I)
• Kenny Titus, Kenny (I)

Latest actions

1. March 20, 2026: Enrolled on Friday, March 20, 2026
2. March 18, 2026: Adopted without roll call
3. March 18, 2026: Introduced

Common questions

What is SR1735?

SR1735 is a bill in the Kansas Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Recognizing and commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Jayhawk Theatre.

What does SR1735 do?

In its own words: A resolution of the Kansas Legislature; and.

What is the status of SR1735?

Passed both chambers as of March 18, 2026. Latest action: Enrolled on Friday, March 20, 2026 (March 20, 2026).

Who sponsored SR1735?

Brenda Dietrich, Brenda (I), with 3 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR1735?

On the Kansas Legislature website: https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sr1735/