Kan. Const. Ordinance, intro.
- Constitution
- Constitution of Kansas
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
WHEREAS, The government of the United States is the proprietor of a large portion of the lands included in the limits of the state of Kansas as defined by this constitution; and, WHEREAS, The state of Kansas will possess the right to tax said lands for purposes of government, and for other purposes; now, therefore, Be it ordained by the people of Kansas: That the right of the state of Kansas to tax such lands is relinquished forever, and the state of Kansas will not interfere with the title of the United States to such lands, nor with any regulation of congress in relation thereto, nor tax nonresidents higher than residents: Provided always, That the following conditions be agreed to by congress:
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