Immigration

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2448: Requiring citizenship status be listed on driver's licenses.

HB 2448 would require Kansas driver's licenses to include the applicant's citizenship status (e.g., "U.S. Citizen" or "Non-Citizen") as a standard field. This change would apply to all new and renewed driver's licenses issued by the Kansas Department of Revenue, affecting every license applicant in the state. The bill amends state law to add citizenship status to the required information listed on licenses, alongside existing details like name, address, and photo. The policy change would standardize how citizenship status is displayed without altering eligibility requirements or enforcement procedures.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates citizenship status disclosure on licenses, restricting non-citizens' access to state-issued ID services per bill's requirement for 'Non-Citizen' designation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs

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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2491: Requiring state agencies to make quarterly reports to the secretary of state with the names and addresses of noncitizens receiving public benefits.

This bill requires Kansas state agencies that provide public-funded benefits (such as scholarships or financial assistance) to noncitizens to submit quarterly reports to the Secretary of State. The reports must include the name and address of each noncitizen recipient. It applies specifically to agencies defined under K.S.A. 75-3701 that distribute public funds or benefits. The law takes effect upon publication in the statute book.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates reporting of noncitizen benefit recipients, restricting access to public services through increased tracking and potential deterrence.92% confidence

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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2583: Requiring commercial motor vehicle drivers to possess certain identification documents and proficiency of the English language while operating a commercial motor vehicle and establishing fines and penalties for violations thereof.

HB 2583 requires commercial motor vehicle drivers operating in Kansas to carry specific identification documents (including a valid license, work visa, and proof of citizenship like a passport or birth certificate) and demonstrate English language proficiency sufficient to communicate with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to officials, and complete reports. It applies to all commercial drivers in Kansas, including nonresidents, and mandates that violations result in a class B misdemeanor and fines. Fines collected from violations must be deposited into the state’s human trafficking victim assistance fund. The bill modifies Kansas’ commercial driver licensing laws to add these requirements and outlines procedures for employers to handle vehicles during violations, such as transferring cargo if a compliant driver isn’t available within 12 hours.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires work visas and citizenship proof for commercial drivers, restricting non-citizens' ability to operate CMVs in Kansas.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnhances transportation safety by requiring drivers to communicate effectively with officials and understand traffic signs, aligning with safety-focused indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs Driver Licensing Freight

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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2143: Requiring the secretary of state to enter into agreements with credit rating agencies for the release of certain information that can be used to verify the citizenship of persons registered to vote in this state.

HB 2143 requires Kansas's Secretary of State to partner with credit rating agencies to obtain personal data (including names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and non-citizen IDs) for verifying the U.S. citizenship of registered voters. This directly affects voters whose citizenship status is checked, with county election officers mandated to remove non-citizens from voter rolls and notify them they can re-register by providing citizenship proof. The bill establishes a mechanism where credit agencies' existing data is used to confirm citizenship, replacing current verification methods. It applies to all Kansas voter registrations and takes effect upon publication in the state statute book.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates citizenship verification for voters using non-citizen IDs/SSNs, requiring removal of non-citizens from voter rolls - directly restricts immigrant voting access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs

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died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 196: Requiring business entities and public employers to register and use the e-verify program for employment purposes and prohibiting income tax deductions for wages and remuneration paid to unauthorized aliens.

SB 196 requires all Kansas business entities (including for-profit and non-profit organizations) and public employers (state agencies) to use the federal e-verify program to confirm work authorization for new employees hired on or after July 1, 2025. It prohibits employers from deducting wages paid to non-citizens without federal work authorization from income tax calculations. The bill defines "unauthorized aliens" per federal law (8 U.S.C. § 1324a(h)(3)) and makes it unlawful to knowingly hire or refer such individuals. Enforcement is handled by county attorneys or the state attorney general through civil actions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProhibits tax deductions for wages paid to unauthorized aliens, closing a tax loophole and increasing state tax revenue. Directly strengthens tax base per 'support' indicators.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates e-verify for all employers, prohibits tax deductions for wages to unauthorized aliens, and penalizes hiring them. Directly restricts unauthorized immigration employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Work Authorization

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vetoed · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 254: Prohibiting aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States from receiving any state or local public benefit in accordance with applicable federal law.

SB 254 prohibits immigrants unlawfully present in the U.S. from receiving most Kansas state or local public benefits, including reduced college tuition. It requires applicants 18+ to provide proof of lawful presence (like a driver's license or federal immigration documents) before accessing benefits, and mandates state agencies to verify status through the federal DHS system. The bill also requires immigration status checks for non-citizen criminal defendants during bond hearings, creating a presumption they might flee. Exceptions include benefits required by federal law, and it explicitly excludes driver's license services from the definition of "public benefit."

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRequires immigration status checks for non-citizen criminal defendants during bond hearings, restricting due process rights in criminal proceedings.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts reduced college tuition access for undocumented immigrants, directly limiting educational access as stated in the bill's summary.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts undocumented immigrants' access to state benefits, requires verification of lawful presence, mandates status checks for criminal defendants95% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs Sanctuary Policies

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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2373: Prohibiting aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States from receiving any state or local public benefit in accordance with applicable federal law.

HB 2373 prohibits non-citizens unlawfully present in the U.S. from receiving most state or local public benefits, directly affecting undocumented immigrants applying for aid. It requires applicants aged 18+ to provide proof of lawful presence (e.g., driver's license documents or federal verification) and mandates agencies to verify status through the federal DHS Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements program. The bill excludes driver's licenses and identification cards from the restriction but prohibits undocumented immigrants from receiving reduced college tuition at public institutions. It also adds a requirement to verify immigration status for non-citizen defendants in criminal cases, creating a presumption they may flee if deemed unlawfully present.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts access to public benefits (including healthcare programs) for undocumented immigrants by requiring proof of lawful presence, directly limiting healthcare access for this population.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits undocumented immigrants from accessing state benefits requiring proof of lawful presence, directly restricting access to public services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs Sanctuary Policies

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died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 178: Requiring certain law enforcement agencies to apply for and enter into agreements with United States immigration and customs enforcement for the enforcement of federal immigration laws.

SB 178 requires Kansas law enforcement agencies (including city police, county sheriffs, and other local departments) to apply for and enter agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to authorize officers to assist with federal immigration enforcement. Agencies must submit requests to ICE, enter agreements if offered, or provide documentation of refusal to the Attorney General. Failure to comply may result in legal action by the Attorney General and loss of state grant funding for the affected agency. The bill directly affects local law enforcement agencies' ability to receive state financial support based on their cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state law enforcement to cooperate with ICE for federal immigration enforcement, increasing state-level enforcement and limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2066: Requiring business entities and public employers to register and use the e-verify program for employment purposes and prohibiting income tax deductions for wages and remuneration paid to unauthorized aliens.

HB 2066 requires Kansas business entities and public employers to register with and use the federal e-Verify program to confirm the work authorization of all new employees starting July 1, 2025. The bill also prohibits employers from claiming income tax deductions for wages paid to individuals without legal authorization to work in the United States. It makes it unlawful for employers to knowingly hire, recruit, or refer unauthorized workers, with enforcement handled by county attorneys or the state attorney general. This law directly affects all businesses and public employers in Kansas that hire new staff, including those operating without a business license.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProhibits tax deductions for wages paid to unauthorized aliens, closing a tax loophole that would reduce state revenue. This strengthens fiscal management by ensuring tax compliance.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates e-Verify for all new hires, prohibits tax deductions for wages paid to unauthorized workers, and bans knowingly hiring unauthorized immigrants, directly restricting employment of unauthorized immigrants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Work Authorization

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passed both · Kansas · House Apr 11, 2025

HB 2020: Requiring a quarterly report from the director of the division of vehicles listing the names, addresses and alien registration numbers of certain noncitizens who have been issued a driver's license during such quarter.

HB 2020 requires Kansas' Division of Vehicles to submit quarterly reports to the Secretary of State listing all noncitizens issued driver's licenses (both permanent and temporary). The reports must include specific details like names, addresses, phone numbers, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and license expiration dates. The Secretary of State will then compare these lists against voter registration rolls and remove any noncitizen names found. Individuals removed from voter rolls will receive notification that they may re-register by providing proof of citizenship. This bill directly affects noncitizen license holders and Kansas' voter registration system.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates data sharing to remove noncitizens from voter rolls, restricting civic participation and increasing state enforcement against immigrants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs

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