Representative Kirk Haskins of Topeka joined fellow House Democrats in opposing legislation they argue could allow a U.S. Senate vacancy to be filled without a statewide election in 2026. According to reporting from Kansas Reflector, Democratic lawmakers contended the proposal would shift decision-making power away from Kansas voters and into the hands of political leaders. Haskins criticized the measure during debate, arguing that Kansans—not party insiders or government off

Representative Kirk Haskins of Topeka criticized recent threats from the U.S. Department of Education targeting four Kansas school districts, including Topeka Public Schools. According to reporting from KSNT, federal officials warned districts they could lose funding over policies related to transgender students and parental notification. Haskins dismissed the effort as a “complete waste of time,” arguing that schools should be focused on educating students and addressing rea

As the 2026 election season gets underway, Representative Kirk Haskins of Topeka is among the candidates preparing to appear on the ballot for Kansas House District 53. According to reporting from The Topeka Capital-Journal, filings for local and state races are beginning to take shape across the region, with candidates declaring for legislative, county, and statewide offices ahead of the election cycle. The early lineup highlights the start of what is expected to be an activ

Amid growing concern about the tone of debate in the Kansas Legislature, Representative Kirk Haskins of Topeka joined lawmakers reflecting on how political tensions are affecting the Statehouse environment. According to reporting from The Topeka Capital-Journal, some legislators say the atmosphere has become more combative, raising concerns about collaboration and the ability to work across differences. The discussion highlights broader worries about how legislative conduct i