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Representative introduces bill to fund master plan for Quindaro Ruins Archaeological Park
Summary
Representative Penn introduced 25RS1625, a bill directing appropriations and a request for proposals to produce a master plan for the Quindaro Ruins Archaeological Park in Wyandotte County; the Committee on Appropriations voted to accept the introduction by voice vote.
Representative Anthony Penn introduced House bill RS 25RS1625 to the Committee on Appropriations, asking the committee to authorize appropriations for the State Historical Society to develop and implement a master plan for the Quindaro Ruins Archaeological Park in Wyandotte County.
The bill text, as read to the committee, describes “an act making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal year ending in 06/30/2026 for the State Historical Society, to issue a scope statement, plan the work to be accomplished, and issue a request for proposals for a master plan for the Quindaro Ruins Archaeological Park in Wyandotte County, Kansas, and to implement such a master plan.” Representative Penn told the committee that the proposal followed “close consultation with the family of our late representative, Marvin Robinson” and that the master plan had been a priority for Robinson.
After the introduction, Representative Williams moved to accept the bill introduction; Representative Estes seconded the motion. The chair called for voice votes; committee members replied “Aye.” The chair announced that the bill was introduced.
No fiscal detail or specific appropriation amount was stated during the introduction. The committee recorded the introductory motion and voice vote; no further debate or amendment occurred at that time.
The bill will appear on the committee’s docket for future consideration as staff and sponsors prepare fiscal and programmatic details.
