Alternative examinations authorized; validity of license limited; codes, standards and regulations; inspections and fees; reciprocal agreements

12-1527. Alternative examinations authorized; validity of license limited; codes, standards and regulations; inspections and fees; reciprocal agreements. Within their respective jurisdictions and subject to the provisions of K.S.A. 12-1526, and amendments thereto, any city or county may: (a) Utilize examinations other than those designated by K.S.A. 12-1525, and amendments thereto, for the examination of electricians for licensure to practice only within the jurisdiction of such city or county; (b) adopt and enforce such electrical codes, standards and regulations as the board of county commissioners or governing body of the city deem appropriate; and (c) conduct such inspections and fix such reasonable fees therefor as the board of county commissioners or governing body of the city may prescribe. Except when authorized by reciprocal agreement between the political subdivisions involved, licenses granted upon the basis of examinations other than those designated by K.S.A. 12-1525, and amendments thereto, shall not authorize an electrician to practice outside of the jurisdiction of the city or county granting such license. History: L. 1986, ch. 65, § 3; L. 1990, ch. 71, § 2; July 1. Attorney General's Opinions: Competency and licensure of plumbers and electricians. 87-41. Previous | Next LEGISLATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL General Policies 2026 Archived LCC Documents Archived LCC Meetings REVISOR OF STATUTES Archived Session Documents Archived School Finance Documents USEFUL LINKS Session Laws Kansas Administrative Regulations OTHER LEGISLATIVE SITES Kansas Legislature Administrative Services Division of Post Audit Research Department Contact Us PDF Help www.ksrevisor.gov 2026