Olathe Republican legislator dies at age 70

Kansas House Speaker Dan Hawkins says Rep. John Resman, an Olathe Republican serving his fifth term in the House and a retired law enforcement officer, passed away Monday.

By: Tim Carpenter

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: March 2, 2026

Words: 507

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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TOPEKA — Rep. John Resman, who represented an Olathe district for nearly a decade and worked in law enforcement for many years, has died, a state official said.

House Speaker Dan Hawkins said Resman unexpectedly died Monday at his home. The 70-year-old Republican served in the U.S. Army and had a 28-year career with the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office.

Hawkins, a Wichita Republican, said Resman “served with integrity, dedication and a genuine care for the …

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