The Kansas Silver Haired Legislature is a unicameral (one-chambered) legislature composed of 125 representatives across the state. SHL delegates are 60 years or older and are elected from their county of residence.

Johnson County has six delegates. The legislature provides an educational experience in the political process and provides an opportunity to identify priority concerns of Kansas’ older adults. The SHL develops bills and resolutions which are presented to the Kansas Legislature and the governor as recommendations for state policy.

SHLs were created by Congress in 1969 when each state was encouraged to create a body of older adults who would identify issues important to older adults 60+ and educate their state legislatures about those issues. The Kansas Silver-Haired Legislature was created by a 1982 Senate resolution.

Delegates are being sought for the six-member Johnson County delegation to the KSHL.

If you are interested in being a candidate, you can download an application packet or request an application by calling 913-715-8860. Applications must be received by Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, at the Johnson County Area Agency on Aging, 11811 S. Sunset, Suite 1300, Olathe, KS 66061.

Elections will take place on March 28, 2025. Terms for those elected in March 2025 will be for two years.