HB 2461 prohibits public adjusters from negotiating or settling insurance claims for residential property and personal lines of insurance (such as homeowners' or renters' policies). This directly affects public adjusters who currently handle residential claims, restricting their scope of practice under Kansas law. The bill amends licensing statutes to explicitly ban public adjusters from working on these claims, while exempting attorneys, health care providers, and others handling specific claim types. It updates existing regulations to clarify that public adjusters may only assist with commercial insurance claims, not residential ones. The law takes effect upon publication in the Kansas Statutes Annotated.
SB 338 clarifies that home schools are included within Kansas's definition of "private elementary or secondary school" for legal purposes. It defines a "home school" as a nonaccredited setting where a parent or guardian directs their child's education, aligning it with existing private school regulations. This change affects home school families by bringing them under the same legal framework as other private schools regarding pupil records and school oversight, without altering how home schooling is conducted.
HB 2525 prohibits Kansas county election offices from using remote ballot boxes to collect advance voting ballots. The bill defines "remote ballot box" as any ballot container not located at the county election office (e.g., off-site drop-off locations), requiring all advance ballots to be returned only through in-office ballot boxes. This directly affects county election offices and voters who use physical drop-off locations for advance ballots. Introduced on January 22, 2026, the bill is pending in the Elections Committee and would take effect upon publication in state statutes.
HB 2429 would allow Kansas residents to purchase ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine tablets without a prescription. The bill removes the requirement for a doctor's order or pharmacist consultation for these specific medications. It directly affects the public by changing how these drugs are accessed in Kansas pharmacies. The law would take effect upon publication in state statutes, making these medications available over-the-counter for general sale.
SB 306 requires courts in Kansas to order individuals convicted of or given diversion agreements for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses to attend victim impact panel programs. These programs, developed and conducted by court-approved nonprofit organizations, must be attended in person unless a court determines in-person attendance is impractical, in which case an online option may be permitted. The bill permits panels to charge a fee of up to $100 per participant. This requirement applies to violations of DUI statutes (K.S.A. 8-2,144 and 8-1567) starting January 1, 2027, and affects all eligible DUI offenders sentenced after that date.
SB 370 modifies Kansas' Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to change how rental agreements end when landlords fail to meet lease terms or health/safety requirements. It gives tenants 30 days' written notice to terminate a lease for serious landlord breaches (like unsafe conditions), but requires landlords 14 days to fix the issue before termination takes effect. If the same problem recurs after the 14-day window, tenants can terminate without further notice. The bill also clarifies that tenants cannot terminate for issues they caused and mandates landlords to return eligible security deposits after lease termination. This directly affects renters and landlords in Kansas rental housing.
HB 2418 prohibits the Kansas state bank commissioner and any other state agency from taking over management of technology-enabled fiduciary financial institutions that become insolvent or file for bankruptcy. The bill amends Kansas' Technology-Enabled Fiduciary Financial Institutions Act to explicitly bar state agencies from acting as receivers in these cases. This directly affects institutions that manage alternative investments (like private equity or real estate) through technology-enabled fiduciary trusts. The law shifts resolution authority away from state agencies, ensuring these institutions' insolvency is handled without state intervention.
HB 2514 designates the first Tuesday in May each year as "Precinct Committee Person Awareness Day" to recognize the role of precinct committee persons in local politics. The bill honors individuals who organize grassroots efforts, engage voters, and serve as a key link between political parties and communities. It encourages state agencies, local governments, schools, and civic groups to observe the day with activities promoting public understanding of this volunteer role. This is a symbolic designation with no new requirements or policy changes, solely intended to raise awareness about precinct committee persons' contributions to democracy.
SB 308 prohibits former Kansas state legislators from working as lobbyists for four years after leaving office. It amends the state ethics law to bar individuals who were legislators from being hired to lobby any state agency during this four-year period. The bill directly affects former state lawmakers seeking to represent interests before state agencies. This provision aims to prevent immediate post-office lobbying by legislators and aligns with broader ethics reforms.
SB 314 prohibits state and local government employees from using public resources - including public funds, vehicles, equipment, or work time - to support or oppose state constitutional amendments or ballot measures. It directly affects all state and municipal employees, banning them from advocating for or against these issues during work hours or using government property for such purposes. Key exceptions include incumbents campaigning for re-election, personal staff of elected officials, judicial commission duties, and the use of internet connectivity by candidates. The bill amends Kansas law to clarify these restrictions while maintaining existing rules for campaign activities. Violations would be classified as a class C misdemeanor.
SB 365 requires Kansas counties to elect county appraisers starting in 2028 (and every four years thereafter), replacing the previous system where some counties used district appraisers for multiple-county areas. It discontinues the authority to form appraisal districts with district appraisers and mandates that elected appraisers secure a $10,000 bond. The bill also details vacancy procedures, requiring appointments to fill unexpired terms based on timing, and updates statutes to clarify that county appraisers, not "assessors," handle property valuation duties. This directly affects all Kansas counties and their property tax assessment processes.
SB 331 repeals a Kansas law (K.S.A. 52-717) that previously required banks to handle payments of checks and similar negotiable instruments differently on Saturday afternoons or holidays. This bill eliminates a specific requirement for financial institutions regarding the timing of such payments. The change directly affects banks and financial institutions that process checks, removing a rule they previously had to follow on those days. The bill does not create new requirements but removes an existing statutory stipulation.
