59-6a212. Right of election. (a) The right of election to the elective-share amount may be exercised by the surviving spouse or by the personal representative of a deceased surviving spouse or on behalf of a disabled surviving spouse by the court pursuant to K.S.A. 59-2234, and amendments thereto. (b) The right of election to the supplemental elective-share amount, homestead or statutory allowance may be exercised by the surviving spouse, conservator, agent under a power of attorney, guardian ad litem appointed for the surviving spouse or by the court on behalf of a disabled spouse pursuant to K.S.A. 59-2234, and amendments thereto. History: L. 1994, ch. 132, § 12; January 1, 1995. Law Review and Bar Journal References: "New Spousal Elective-Share Rights: Leveling the Playing Field," Timothy P. O'Sullivan and Joan M. Bowen, 65 J.K.B.A. No. 2, 18, 26 (1996). 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