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All 7,333 Active 167 In committee 6,653 Passed 437 Signed 940 Failed 4,983
died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 464: Providing for the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants.

SB 464 creates a new licensure system for anesthesiologist assistants (AAs) in Kansas, requiring them to be licensed and work under the supervision of a physician anesthesiologist. The bill establishes two license types: "active" (for AAs practicing under a supervising anesthesiologist) and "inactive" (for those not currently practicing). Key provisions include application requirements, renewal rules with continuing education, and a process for reinstating canceled licenses. This directly affects AAs seeking to practice in Kansas and the supervising physicians responsible for their oversight. The bill replaces current rules governing AAs under Kansas law.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates licensure framework for anesthesiologist assistants, enabling expanded access to anesthesia services under physician supervision, strengthening healthcare workforce availability.85% confidence
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2629: Increasing the amount of the standard deduction for Kansas income tax purposes.

HB 2629 increases Kansas income tax standard deduction amounts for 2024 and beyond. It raises the standard deduction to $3,605 for single filers, $8,240 for married couples filing jointly, and $6,180 for heads of household in 2024, with further increases scheduled for 2026. This bill directly affects Kansas residents who claim the standard deduction instead of itemizing deductions on their state income tax returns. The change reduces taxable income for qualifying filers, lowering their overall tax liability under Kansas law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases standard deduction, reducing taxable income and lowering state tax burden for qualifying filers, directly providing tax relief as a fiscal policy.95% confidence
Mike Amyx (D) John Carmichael (D) K.C. Ohaebosim (D) Barbara Ballard (D) Mari-Lynn Poskin (D)
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2768: Providing that under rental agreements governed by the residential landlord tenant act, a landlord is required to accept multiple payment amounts as long as rent is paid on time and in full and to count certain income when considering a tenant or prospective tenant's qualifications for housing.

HB 2768 requires Kansas landlords to accept multiple payment methods for rent as long as the full amount is paid on time, and to consider all types of income (including wages, government benefits, pensions, and child support) when evaluating tenant applications. Landlords who refuse multiple payments must refund the amount, and those who reject applicants for not considering all income must pay double the application fees. Violations can result in actual damages, punitive damages, and attorney fees for tenants. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, and applies to all residential rental agreements under Kansas' landlord-tenant law.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to accept multiple payments and consider all income types (including benefits/pensions) for tenant qualification, strengthening tenant protections and expanding housing access.95% confidence
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2743: Requiring the state board of regents and the state board of education to ensure that no teacher preparation program includes content related to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing an extended period for retired and substitute teachers to complete certain required literacy training as part of the Kansas blueprint for literacy.

HB 2743 modifies Kansas teacher education requirements by prohibiting state-approved teacher preparation programs from including any coursework, training, or content related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as a condition for program approval or teacher licensure. It also extends the deadline for retired and substitute elementary teachers to complete required literacy training under the Kansas Blueprint for Literacy by two additional years. The bill directly affects teacher training institutions, current and prospective educators, and school districts implementing the literacy program. Key mechanisms include amending state education code to mandate exclusion of DEI content in teacher prep curricula and adding a two-year extension for specific educator groups to meet literacy training requirements.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBans DEI content in teacher preparation programs, restricting curriculum requirements and academic freedom in education.95% confidence
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2713: Imposing property tax on used motor vehicles following the 12th month in which a used vehicle was purchased or acquired.

This bill changes when property tax applies to used cars in Kansas. It requires used vehicle owners to pay property tax only after the 12th month of ownership (instead of at the time of purchase), with tax due when renewing vehicle registration. The tax itself remains unchanged - it simply shifts the payment timing for used vehicles. This directly affects individuals who buy used cars, as they will pay the tax later during registration renewal rather than immediately. The bill amends Kansas tax law to reflect this new timing rule.
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2695: Enacting the enhanced oversight and accountability for the prescription of psychotropic drug prescriptions act to require the secretary of health and environment to establish an online reporting system for adverse drug reactions.

This bill requires prescribers to provide parents with FDA medication guides detailing psychotropic drug risks (including pediatric-specific side effects and black box warnings) before prescribing to children on Kansas' medical assistance program. It mandates the Department of Health and Environment to create a secure online reporting system for parents to document adverse reactions like seizures, mood changes, or cardiovascular symptoms. The law directly affects children under 18 enrolled in medical assistance, particularly infants (0-5 years) who frequently receive off-label prescriptions. Key mechanisms include standardized risk disclosure before prescribing and centralized digital tracking of side effects to improve safety monitoring.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates FDA medication guides for parents and creates adverse reaction reporting system for pediatric psychotropic drugs, enhancing patient safety and oversight in healthcare.92% confidence
Steve Howe (R)
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2751: Increasing the minimum bail requirements for certain crimes from $50,000 to $100,000 and requiring certain findings to reduce such requirements.

HB 2751 increases the minimum bail for certain drug-related offenses from $50,000 to $100,000. It directly affects defendants charged under Kansas statutes covering drug manufacturing (K.S.A. 21-5703), possession of precursor chemicals (21-5709), and related offenses (21-5710). The bill requires courts to set bail at $100,000 unless a judge holds an evidentiary hearing and finds clear evidence the defendant is not a public safety risk or flight risk. Bail reductions are only permitted if the court makes specific written findings and conditions release on house arrest. This changes pretrial release conditions without altering sentencing for these crimes.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases minimum bail for drug offenses to $100k, restricting pretrial release and reducing defendant rights without clear reduction pathways.92% confidence
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2668: Mandating health insurers to provide coverage for pain management services.

HB 2668 requires all Kansas health insurance plans (both individual and group) to create and submit to the Department of Insurance a plan covering non-opioid pain management services, such as non-opioid medications and non-medication options like physical therapy. Insurers must ensure their plans don't unduly favor opioid prescriptions over these alternatives. The law applies to all policies issued or renewed in Kansas starting January 1, 2027, aiming to expand access to non-opioid pain treatment options for policyholders.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurers to cover non-opioid pain management services, expanding patient access to alternatives and reducing opioid dependency per bill requirements.95% confidence
Alexis Simmons (D)
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2701: Permitting nonuniform zoning regulations within a zoning district.

HB 2701 allows Kansas cities and counties to implement different zoning regulations for specific building types or land uses within a single zoning district, rather than requiring uniform rules across the entire district. This change replaces the existing requirement that all regulations within a district must be uniform, permitting variations like allowing apartment buildings in one part of a neighborhood while maintaining single-family home rules elsewhere. The bill amends Kansas law to explicitly permit this flexibility and updates the process for public hearings and approval by planning commissions and local governing bodies. It directly affects local governments and developers by providing more tailored zoning options for housing and land use.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables mixed zoning allowing apartment buildings in areas previously restricted to single-family homes, increasing housing supply and development flexibility to address affordability.85% confidence
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2715: Imposing property tax on new motor vehicles following the 12th month in which a new vehicle was purchased or acquired.

HB 2715 changes when property tax applies to new vehicles in Kansas. It shifts the tax due date from vehicle registration (at purchase) to 12 months after a new vehicle is bought or acquired. This directly affects new vehicle owners, who will now pay the property tax when renewing registration after their first year of ownership. The bill amends Kansas law to require this tax payment at registration in the tax year following the 12-month period, rather than at the time of purchase.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesShifts property tax payment from purchase to 12 months later, providing temporary tax relief for new vehicle owners, aligning with tax relief indicators for middle-income taxpayers.90% confidence
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2714: Providing for a decreased gallonage tax on beer and cereal malt beverages that are produced and packaged within the United States.

HB 2714 reduces Kansas' gallonage tax on domestically produced beer and cereal malt beverages from $0.18 to $0.06 per gallon. This change applies specifically to products manufactured and packaged within the United States, while imported products remain subject to the higher $0.18 rate. The bill amends Kansas Statute 41-501 to establish this reduced tax rate for eligible domestic producers. It directly affects brewers, manufacturers, and distributors of U.S.-made beer and cereal malt beverages within Kansas.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces tax rate for domestic beer producers from $0.18 to $0.06/gal, providing tax relief to eligible manufacturers under KS Statute 41-501.95% confidence
died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2748: Increasing the time of initial orders and possible extensions under the protection from abuse act and the protection from stalking, sexual assault or human trafficking act.

HB 2748 increases the maximum duration for protective orders under Kansas' Protection from Abuse Act and Protection from Stalking, Sexual Assault, or Human Trafficking Act. Currently, initial orders last up to two years and extensions can last up to three years. The bill raises these limits, allowing for longer-lasting protection for victims of abuse, stalking, sexual assault, or trafficking. This change directly affects individuals seeking or subject to these orders in court cases, providing extended safety measures without requiring additional court hearings for shorter terms.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill extends protective order durations for victims of abuse, stalking, sexual assault, and trafficking, strengthening victim protection within criminal justice.90% confidence
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