Kansas Bills

failed · Kansas · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SCR 1603: Proposing to amend section 1 of article 11 of the constitution of the state of Kansas to value residential real property, commercial and industrial real property and mobile homes personal property based on the fair market value or average fair market value and providing that the legislature may provide by law for the freezing of property tax valuations for owner-occupied residential property of qualifying seniors.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Kansas that would limit how much property tax assessments can increase each year for most real estate and mobile homes. Under the new rules, the taxable value of these properties could rise by no more than 3% annually, unless the property is newly built, improved, sold, or reclassified. The amendment also allows the state legislature to create specific laws that freeze tax valuations for owner-occupied homes belonging to qualifying seniors. By embedding these limits in the state constitution, the change would establish a permanent cap on assessment growth rather than relying on temporary statutes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

failed · Kansas · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 2527: Prohibiting certain sex offenders from entering onto school property or attending school activities, prohibiting courts from assigning a defendant to work release if the defendant is required to register as a sex offender for certain crimes and prohibiting the secretary of corrections from granting an inmate leave from confinement except for specified purposes if theinmate is required to register as a sex offender for certain crimes or is serving a sentence for certain crimes that require registration as a sex offender.

HB 2527 prohibits courts from assigning defendants to work release programs if they have any prior conviction or court finding for a crime requiring sex offender registration under Kansas law. It also bans the secretary of corrections from granting inmates with such prior convictions leave for work release or educational release programs. This law directly affects individuals with prior sex offense convictions that mandate registration under Kansas' sex offender registry system. The bill amends Kansas statutes 21-6604 and 75-5267 to enforce these restrictions.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✗ Education

died · Kansas · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 2672: Removing certain terms relating to individuals with intellectual disabilities.

HB 2672 updates Kansas statutes by replacing outdated and disrespectful terms like "retarded" and "mentally retarded" with "intellectual disability" in two specific laws. It amends K.S.A. 76-6b04 (which describes tax revenues for state institutions) and K.S.A. 76-17d01 (which relates to acquiring property for a state institution). The bill removes the old terminology and repeals the previous sections of these statutes. This change directly affects how state law refers to individuals with intellectual disabilities, ensuring language aligns with current, respectful standards without altering the underlying policies.

died · Kansas · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 2420: Requiring school districts to obtain parental consent prior to providing certain school-based mental health services to a student.

HB 2420 requires Kansas school districts to obtain written parental consent before providing school-based mental health services to students, including verbal notification about the service's purpose and plan. It directly affects students, parents, and school staff, covering services designed to address emotional, behavioral, or social needs (excluding universal tier 1 support). Exceptions allow immediate suicide risk assessments under existing law when a credible report of suicide risk exists. Violations trigger a $5,000 civil penalty per incident, recoverable by the attorney general or county prosecutor.

Topics ✗ Education ✗ Healthcare

died · Kansas · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 2270: Authorizing the chief information security officer to receive audit reports and updating statutes related to services provided by the chief information technology officer.

HB 2270 updates Kansas law to require that information technology audit reports be shared with the chief information security officer (CISO) in addition to the chief information technology officer (CITO). The bill revises statutes governing the CITO's office, clarifying that it provides data processing and cloud services to state agencies and must approve major IT equipment purchases (costing $75,000+). These changes improve coordination between security and technology teams across state government. The bill directly affects state agencies, the CITO, and the CISO in all branches (executive, legislative, judicial) when IT systems are audited.

Topics ✓ Technology

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 11, 2025

SR 1709: Commending Senator Jerry Moran for his unwavering support of Kansas farmers.

This Senate resolution formally commends Senator Jerry Moran for his consistent support of Kansas farmers over the past 14 years. The document highlights his recent appointment to the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry and acknowledges the significant economic contributions of Kansas agriculture, which includes producing a large portion of the nation's sorghum and winter wheat. It also notes the state's partnership with USAID to address global food insecurity and the financial challenges currently facing local farmers. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of the Senate to send official copies of the text to both Senator Moran and the sponsor, Senator Sykes.

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 11, 2025

SR 1706: Condemning the pardons and commutations of sentences for those individuals involved in the attack at the United States capitol building on January 6, 2021.

This Senate Resolution expresses the Kansas Senate's disapproval of President Trump's decision to pardon over 1,500 individuals connected to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. The measure specifically targets those who were convicted of crimes like assaulting law enforcement officers or using deadly weapons during the event. By formally condemning these pardons, the resolution aims to signal that violence against police should result in accountability rather than leniency. The document is sent to state law enforcement groups and Kansas's U.S. congressional delegation to reinforce this stance.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

failed · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SCR 1611: Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide for direct election of supreme court justices and abolish the supreme court nominating commission.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to shift the selection of Kansas Supreme Court justices from a commission-based system to direct election by voters. It would abolish the current Supreme Court Nominating Commission and establish a new process where citizens elect justices in staggered terms beginning in 2028, while also allowing justices to run for re-election on a nonpartisan ballot. Additionally, the amendment would remove the existing ban on justices participating in political campaigns or holding party offices, permitting them to engage in political activities. The bill also outlines a new method for filling vacancies and retiring justices who are incapacitated, replacing the current appointment-only system for unexpired terms with an election process.

failed · Kansas · House Mar 27, 2025

HCR 5011: Senate Substitute for HCR 5011 by Committee on Assessment and Taxation - Proposing to amend section 1 of article 11 of the constitution of the state of Kansas to limit property tax valuation increases for real property and personal property classified as mobile homes.

This bill proposes amending the Kansas Constitution to cap annual increases in the taxable value of real property and mobile homes used for residential purposes at 3%. The limit applies starting in the 2026 tax year, with the initial calculation based on the 2022 appraised values. Exceptions to this cap are allowed if the property undergoes new construction, improvements, a change in assessment class, loss of tax exemptions, or a change in legal description. Additionally, the capped value would carry over to new owners if the property is sold, unless the legislature creates specific exceptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

failed · Kansas · House Mar 19, 2025

HCR 5001: Making application to the congress of the United States to call a convention of the states to establish term limits for members of congress.

This Kansas House Concurrent Resolution requests the U.S. Congress to convene a national convention specifically to propose a constitutional amendment establishing term limits for members of Congress. The bill aims to restrict how many times individuals can be elected to the House of Representatives and the Senate to prevent the accumulation of power and influence by long-serving officials. If approved by two-thirds of state legislatures, this application would trigger the constitutional process for states to vote on the proposed changes. The resolution also outlines that Kansas delegates to such a convention would be selected from current state and local officials or through district elections, while barring anyone with past or current federal office experience from serving.

died · Kansas · House Feb 20, 2025

HB 2095: Establishing a pump installation contractor license and requiring additional examination, qualification and record-keeping requirements for licensed pump installation contractor and water well contractors.

HB 2095 establishes licensing requirements for pump installation contractors and water well contractors in Kansas, requiring them to pass exams, meet new qualifications, and maintain detailed records of installations. Contractors must submit specific data (like well location, pump specifications, and water quality test results from certified labs) to the Department of Health and Environment within set timeframes. The bill also changes license terms to begin July 1 of even-numbered years, directs penalty fines to a water program fund, and modifies existing regulations to standardize record-keeping for groundwater protection. This directly affects licensed contractors performing well-related work, including installation, repair, and water quality reporting.

Topics ✓ Environment

died · Kansas · House Apr 30, 2024

HCR 5023: Proposing a constitutional amendment to lower the voting age to 16 years.

Died in Committee

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