Budget & Taxes (Property Tax)

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2396: Senate Substitute for HB 2396 by Committee on Assessment and Taxation - Authorizing the use of a protest petition to limit funding of a taxing jurisdiction by property tax revenues exceeding a certain amount, providing for a protest petition notice to be sent to taxpayers and modifying the content requirements of the revenue neutral rate hearing notice.

HB 2396 allows Kansas property taxpayers to challenge proposed property tax increases that exceed a set limit by submitting a protest petition. The limit is based on the previous year's tax revenue plus a small inflation adjustment and specific increases for new construction or bond payments. If 10% of voters from the last presidential election sign the petition within 30 days, the taxing jurisdiction (like a city or county) must reduce the tax increase to the limit. County clerks must notify taxpayers of the proposed increase and protest process, with costs shared by the taxing jurisdictions.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts property tax increases beyond set limits via taxpayer petitions, limiting local government revenue collection and fiscal flexibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue

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died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 10: Providing property tax exemptions for certain personal property including watercraft, marine equipment, off-road vehicles, motorized bicycles and certain trailers.

SB 10 creates property tax exemptions in Kansas for specific personal property, directly affecting owners of off-road vehicles (not used on highways), motorized bicycles, electric-assisted mobility devices, trailers under 15,000 pounds for personal use, and marine equipment (including watercraft trailers and motors). The bill exempts these items from state property taxes starting in taxable years after December 31, 2025. It amends existing tax laws to formalize these exemptions and updates application procedures for property tax exemptions. This change applies only to qualifying personal-use equipment, not commercial or farm-related property.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 10 creates property tax exemptions for specified items, directly reducing tax liability for owners. This constitutes tax relief, aligning with 'support' indicators for tax policy reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 190: Providing that payment of special assessments for years other than the year being redeemed is not required for purposes of partial redemption of homesteads with delinquent property taxes.

This bill changes how homeowners can partially reclaim property with delinquent taxes. It allows owners of homestead properties (primary residences) to partially redeem their property by paying only the current year's taxes and interest, without needing to pay special assessments for previous years. Previously, partial redemption required payment of all delinquent special assessments, not just the year being redeemed. The change applies statewide except in Johnson County, which has separate rules. This simplifies the process for homeowners seeking to avoid full tax foreclosure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces financial burden on homeowners by eliminating requirement to pay past special assessments for partial property redemption, providing tax relief for primary residences.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 215: Excluding social security payments from household income and increasing the household income and appraised value thresholds for eligibility of seniors and disabled veterans related to increased property tax homestead claims.

SB 215 modifies Kansas property tax refund eligibility for seniors (65+) and disabled veterans by excluding Social Security payments from household income calculations and raising the income threshold from $50,000 to $80,000 annually. It also increases the maximum property value threshold for eligibility from $350,000 to $595,000, with automatic annual adjustments based on cost-of-living changes and property valuation trends. These changes apply to tax years beginning in 2025 and later, replacing previous eligibility rules under Kansas law. The bill directly affects qualifying seniors and disabled veterans seeking property tax refunds by expanding access to the program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands property tax refund eligibility by excluding Social Security income and raising income/value thresholds, providing tax relief for seniors/disabled veterans per tax policy indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransSB 215 expands property tax refund eligibility for disabled veterans by excluding Social Security income and raising income/value thresholds, directly increasing benefit access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2394: Establishing the property tax use value for residential real property, real property used for commercial and industrial purposes and mobile homes used for residential purposes.

HB 2394 establishes a new "tax use value" method for calculating property taxes in Kansas. It affects residential properties (including multi-family and mobile home communities), commercial/industrial properties, and mobile homes used for residential purposes. The bill requires these properties to be taxed based on the lower of either their current fair market value or an average of their fair market values over the previous 1-6 years (with a 50% threshold for new renovations), starting in 2026. This change modifies how property values are determined for tax assessment, but does not alter the existing tax rates (e.g., 11.5% for residential properties).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes lower tax use value method, reducing property tax burden for residential/commercial properties by using lower valuation average instead of current market value.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingReduces property tax burden on residential properties, potentially increasing affordability for owners and tenants in multi-family/mobile home communities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Property Taxes

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died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 201: Providing for a homestead property tax exemption for certain veterans and former law enforcement officers with service-connected disabilities.

SB 201 provides property tax exemptions for Kansas homesteads owned by veterans or former law enforcement officers with service-connected disabilities. Eligibility depends on disability rating: 30-49% qualifies for a $2,500 annual tax break, 50-59% for $5,000, and 60%+ or qualifying surviving spouses (for deaths in service) receive full exemption. The exemption applies to primary residences valued under $250,000, excluding commercial use, and carries over to surviving spouses who maintain ownership and residency. This policy directly affects Kansas residents who served in military or law enforcement with certified service-connected disabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemptions for veterans with disabilities, reducing tax burden - aligns with tax relief indicator for 'support' stance.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides direct financial benefits via property tax exemptions for veterans with service-connected disabilities, expanding their benefits as specified in the summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2408: Providing that leased ground owned by a county-recognized community land trust shall be considered as a factor in determining fair market value for property tax purposes.

HB 2408 modifies Kansas property tax law to require tax assessors to consider restrictions on properties leased by county-recognized community land trusts when determining fair market value for tax purposes. This directly affects affordable housing properties owned by such trusts, which lease land to low-income residents under federal Section 42 housing programs. The bill adds a specific provision (section l) to the definition of fair market value, mandating that lease restrictions on these properties be factored into tax assessments. This change aims to lower taxable value for these properties, potentially reducing tax burdens on affordable housing providers. The policy is a concrete adjustment to tax valuation standards, not a new tax or subsidy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces property taxes for community land trusts by mandating lease restrictions be considered in fair market value, providing tax relief for affordable housing properties serving low-income residents.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingReduces property taxes for community land trusts under Section 42, preserving affordable housing affordability by lowering tax burden on low-income housing properties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Taxes

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signed · Kansas · House Apr 11, 2025

HB 2125: Senate Substitute for HB 2125 by Committee on Assessment and Taxation - Modifying the deadline for mailing property tax statements to taxpayers and the deadline for governing bodies to certify the amount of property tax to be levied to the county clerk, providing for the county clerk's use of the previous year's budget when a taxing subdivision fails to timely file its budget, modifying the content requirements of the revenue neutral rate hearing notice for property tax purposes, extending reimbursement from the taxpayer notification costs fund for printing and postage costs for county clerks for calendar years 2025 and 2026, prohibiting a filing fee when a previous appeal remains pending before the board of tax appeals and authorizing the continuation of the 20-mill statewide property tax levy for schools.

HB 2125 authorizes Pawnee County to impose a countywide sales tax on retail purchases for two specific purposes: funding healthcare services and equipping public safety facilities (like police stations and fire departments). It amends Kansas statutes (K.S.A. 12-187, 12-189, and 12-192) to create this tax authority, which was previously unavailable to Pawnee County under state law. The bill repeals existing legal barriers that would have prevented the county from implementing this tax. This policy change directly affects Pawnee County taxpayers and enables new funding for local healthcare and public safety operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes Pawnee County to impose a new sales tax for healthcare and public safety funding, increasing revenue streams for essential public services per state statute changes.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly funds public safety facilities including police stations, supporting law enforcement infrastructure under criminal justice topic.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Property Tax Policing