Rep. Bill Rhiley

Maddy summaryHB 2165 repeals Kansas law requiring executive branch agencies (those reporting to the governor) to use specific budget tracking systems. It eliminates three existing requirements: a program service inventory, an integrated budget fiscal process, and a performance-based budgeting system. This bill removes these procedural mandates from state law but does not create new policies or affect agency funding. The change applies directly to state agencies that report to the governor, streamlining their budget processes by removing these administrative steps. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing solely on repealing existing budget requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 2144 creates a legal framework allowing adults (18+) to formally request decision-making assistance from trusted supporters through written agreements. It directly affects adults who want help managing daily choices - like healthcare, finances, housing, or work - without needing a court-appointed guardian or conservator. The bill requires agreements to be in writing, signed by the adult and supporters in front of witnesses, and specify the type of assistance provided. It explicitly states these agreements cannot override existing guardianship or conservatorship arrangements. The law also amends mistreatment statutes to clarify that failing to honor such agreements could constitute mistreatment of an adult.

Maddy summaryHB 2301 repeals a Kansas law (K.S.A. 75-3718b) that required state agencies reporting to the governor to implement a performance-based budgeting system. This system previously mandated agencies to create detailed program inventories, adopt standardized budget processes, and track outcome-based performance measures. The bill eliminates these requirements, shifting away from tying budget decisions to measurable program outcomes. It directly affects all executive branch agencies under the governor’s authority, removing specific accountability mechanisms for how state funds are allocated and spent.

Maddy summaryHB 2005 creates a 75% income tax credit for Kansas veterans deemed totally disabled, permanently disabled, or unemployable under federal standards (38 C.F.R. § 3.340). It directly benefits eligible veterans who pay property taxes on their primary residence, allowing them to claim a credit equal to 75% of those taxes. The credit cannot exceed the actual property taxes paid and is unavailable if the veteran already received a homestead property tax refund or senior relief credit for the same property. Any excess credit beyond income tax liability will be refunded, and the credit applies to tax years starting in 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2001 extends reimbursement from Kansas' taxpayer notification costs fund for county clerks' printing and postage expenses related to taxpayer notifications through 2029. The bill requires county clerks to submit documentation of these costs to the Secretary of Revenue, who certifies the amount and triggers a transfer from the state general fund to the notification costs fund. This ensures county clerks continue receiving payments for these specific administrative costs under K.S.A. 79-2988 without interruption until 2029.

Maddy summaryHB 2409 prohibits Kansas public school districts from starting the regular school year before Labor Day beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. This directly affects all Kansas public school districts by requiring them to align their academic calendar with Labor Day as the earliest start date. The bill allows exceptions for summer programs, teacher training, student enrollment, and school events like open houses held before Labor Day. It does not change the start date for summer school or other programs outside the regular school term. The law takes effect upon publication in the statute book.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that honors the life and public service of Representative Melody McCray-Miller, who passed away in February 2026. It recognizes her decades of work in education, business, and government, including her roles as a teacher, restaurant owner, county commissioner, state representative, and community leader. The resolution formally acknowledges her contributions to Kansas families and communities but does not create new laws or change any policies. Its only effect is to officially celebrate her legacy within the Kansas House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors the life and public service of Representative Harold Lane, a former Kansas state representative from Topeka. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to local governance, his business career, and his legislative work on committees such as Appropriations and Energy and Environment. It serves as a commemorative tribute rather than enacting new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution strengthens the sister-state relationship between Kansas and Taiwan by reaffirming their shared democratic values and celebrating 37 years of partnership. The bill highlights existing academic exchanges and trade ties, such as drone industry visits and Mandarin language programs, while expressing support for future bilateral investment agreements. It also formally endorses Taiwan's participation in international organizations like the World Health Organization and the United Nations, arguing that such inclusion benefits global health and safety.

Maddy summaryHB 2444 changes Kansas sentencing rules by limiting jail credit for consecutive sentences to apply to only one case, preventing double-counting of pretrial jail time across multiple sentences. For individuals on probation, parole, or postrelease supervision who commit a new felony, the bill requires courts to impose a prison sentence as the default (unless specific findings justify otherwise) and prohibits certain sentencing departures. It also mandates that such defendants must post a secured bond (requiring collateral) for release, unless the court waives this requirement. These provisions apply specifically to new felony offenses committed during supervision for a prior felony.