Kansas HB2719 - Rules Bill Vetoed

Kansas Governor vetoed HB2719, a bill that would have amended the Kansas Administrative Rules and Regulations Filing Act. The bill, sponsored by the Commerce, Labor and Economic Development committee, passed both chambers unanimously but was returned vetoed on April 9, 2026. The proposed changes regarding technical amendments, priority status processes, and agency submission requirements will not take effect.

Kansas HB2729 Veto - Woman's Right to Know Act Forms

Kansas Governor vetoed HB2729 on April 9, 2026. The bill would have required the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to provide forms and notices to physicians pursuant to the Woman's Right to Know Act. The bill passed the House 87-37 and Senate 31-9 but will not become law due to the veto.

Taxpayer Agreement Act - Tax Increment Financing Alternative

Kansas HB2737, the Taxpayer Agreement Act, was signed into law by Governor Laura Kelly on April 6, 2026. The new law establishes an alternative method for tax increment financing (TIF) of municipal economic development projects through taxpayer agreements. The bill passed with strong legislative support, receiving final passage in the Senate 34-6 and House concurrence 121-3.

Kansas Proxy Advisor Transparency Act

Kansas Governor vetoed SB375, the Proxy Advisor Transparency Act, on April 9, 2026. The bill had passed the Senate 31-9 and the House 84-40 after multiple amendments. If enacted, it would have required proxy advisors to make specific disclosures when recommending actions against company management. The veto means the proposed requirements will not take effect.

HB2644 property appraisal bill signed by Kansas Governor

HB2644 property appraisal bill signed by Kansas Governor

DUI Sentencing Criminal History Score Calculation

Kansas HB2747 was signed into law on April 9, 2026, establishing criteria for courts to evaluate whether prior law violations are comparable to driving under the influence crimes when calculating criminal history scores under the Kansas sentencing guidelines act. The bill passed unanimously in both chambers with 124 House votes and 40 Senate votes.

Fort Dodge Historical Preservation Authorization

Kansas HB2781 was signed into law authorizing the State Historical Society to acquire the junior officers' quarters at Fort Dodge. The legislation establishes state authority for the use, preservation, improvement, control, and maintenance of the historical site.

Occupational Licensing Reform - Legislative Approval Requirements

Kansas Governor vetoed SB30 on April 9, 2026, preventing the bill from becoming law. The legislation would have required state agencies to obtain legislative approval via joint resolution before adopting new occupational licensing requirements or making material changes to existing licenses. The bill passed both chambers with strong support but did not survive the veto process.

Aliens Public Benefits Prohibition (Vetoed)

Kansas Senate Bill 254, which sought to prohibit aliens unlawfully present in the United States from receiving state or local public benefits in accordance with federal law, was vetoed by the Governor on April 9, 2026. The bill had passed both chambers after conference committee reconciliation but was returned to the Senate without enactment.

Senior Hunting and Fishing License Discount

Kansas Governor signed SB364 into law on April 9, 2026, requiring the Department of Wildlife and Parks to offer a discounted resident senior combination hunting and fishing license to Kansas residents aged 65 or older. The bill also increases the maximum age for Kansas kids lifetime combination hunting and fishing licenses, decreases the maximum fee for such licenses, and removes the expiration date on kids licenses.