Kansas Bills | MyRepTracker

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 390: House Substitute for SB 390 by Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources - Prohibiting certain additives in food provided by schools as part of certain federal food service programs and permitting federal pesticide warning or labeling requirements to satisfy any state pesticide warning or labeling requirements.

SB 390 prohibits Kansas schools participating in federal meal programs (like school lunch or breakfast programs) from serving foods containing 13 specific additives, including artificial colors (red 3, yellow 5), preservatives (BHA, BVO), and others, starting with the 2027-2028 school year. It directly affects all public and nonpublic Kansas schools serving free or reduced-price meals to students in grades K-12. Schools must certify compliance during annual inspections and submit corrective action plans if violations occur, posting these plans online for one year. The law amends Kansas food safety regulations to ban these additives in school meals, focusing on transparency and accountability for school food providers.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 317: Providing additional requirements for applications to the water technical assistance fund and the water projects grant fund, including the requirement that applicants demonstrate the availability of a 25-year water supply, prohibiting grants for issues related to water rights that are impaired by another other water right, prioritizing applications based on various criteria and mandating annual submissions on September 15.

SB 317 requires municipalities and water districts in Kansas applying for the state's Water Technical Assistance Fund or Water Projects Grant Fund to demonstrate a 25-year water supply or prove their project will extend the supply beyond 25 years. It prohibits grants for projects addressing water rights conflicts and prioritizes applications based on public health needs, resource management, population trends, funding sources, regional cooperation, and weather resiliency. Applicants must submit annual requests by September 15, and grants may be revoked if requirements aren't met. The bill directly affects entities seeking state funding for water infrastructure projects, including small municipalities (under 2,000 residents) prioritized for full grants.

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 387: Requiring school districts to verify the household gross earned income of each student who qualifies for free meals under the national school lunch program and requiring legislative authorization to receive special assistance payments under federal law.

SB 387 requires Kansas school districts to verify the household gross earned income of students applying for free meals through the national school lunch program (using written proof), excluding those directly certified via other programs. It also mandates that school districts cannot seek federal "community eligibility" payments - allowing schools to serve free meals to all students without individual applications - without explicit legislative approval after July 1, 2026. During legislative recesses, districts may seek temporary approval from the Legislative Coordinating Council within 14 days. This bill directly affects school districts managing meal programs and students qualifying for free meals, changing how income eligibility is confirmed and how federal funds are accessed.

Topics ✗ Education

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 407: Authorizing the adoption of certain rules and regulations related to hazardous waste monitoring and permit application fees by the Kansas department of health and environment.

SB 407 authorizes Kansas' Department of Health and Environment to adopt specific existing rules for hazardous waste monitoring and permit application fees. It formally approves two proposed rules (K.A.R. 28-31-10 and 28-31-10b) that were previously analyzed in a department economic impact statement. The bill does not change fee amounts or monitoring requirements but enables the department to implement these rules through standard administrative processes. This affects businesses and facilities handling hazardous waste that must pay related permits. The rules will take effect after publication in the Kansas Register.

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 426: Enacting the Kansas transparency in consumer legal funding act.

SB 426, the Kansas Transparency in Consumer Legal Funding Act, requires consumer legal funding companies to provide clear, plain-language contracts to Kansas residents who use these services for personal legal claims (like injury lawsuits). Key provisions mandate written contracts with easy-to-understand terms, full disclosure of all fees and repayment amounts, a 10-day cancellation right without penalty, and specific formatting for critical information like total costs. The bill directly affects Kansas residents seeking funding for legal claims and the companies providing such funding, prohibiting deceptive practices and requiring transparent disclosures about charges. It ensures consumers know exactly what they owe before signing, with no obligation if they cancel within 10 business days of receiving funds.

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 422: Reorganizing certain provisions that apply to foreign insurance companies seeking authorization to do business in Kansas, authorizing the suspension or revocation of a nonresident agent's license without notice and opportunity for a hearing following notification to the commissioner of insurance that such nonresident agent no longer holds a home state license and requiring agents and public adjusters to respond to inquiries from the commissioner.

SB 422 reorganizes rules for foreign insurance companies seeking to operate in Kansas, requiring them to meet specific financial and operational standards. It directly affects nonresident insurance agents and public adjusters by allowing the commissioner to automatically suspend or revoke their licenses after 30 days if they lose their home state license, without requiring a hearing. The bill also mandates that agents and public adjusters respond to commissioner inquiries within 14 calendar days. These changes aim to streamline regulatory oversight and ensure compliance with Kansas insurance laws. The bill amends several existing sections of Kansas insurance statutes.

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 184: Amending the Kansas drycleaner environmental response act to modify the penalties for violations of the act, the required deductible rate for corrective actions, the environmental surcharge rate, the solvent fee and the delinquency penalty related to environmental surcharges and solvent fees.

SB 184 amends Kansas' Drycleaner Environmental Response Act to modify financial penalties and fees for drycleaning facilities. It changes penalties for violations, adjusts the deductible rate for corrective actions, updates the environmental surcharge rate, modifies the solvent fee, and revises delinquency penalties for unpaid surcharges or fees. These changes directly affect drycleaning facilities, their owners, and retailers providing drycleaning services, as defined under the act. The bill focuses on updating specific financial mechanisms without altering environmental standards or reporting requirements. (Based on bill text: SB 184, Session 2025, amending K.S.A. 65-34,142 et seq.)

passed · Kansas · House Mar 16, 2026

HR 6036: Congratulating Stryten Energy on the 50th anniversary of its battery manufacturing facility in Salina.

This Kansas House resolution congratulates Stryten Energy on the 50th anniversary of its battery manufacturing facility in Salina. The bill formally recognizes the company's contributions to the local economy, its workforce of over 700 employees, and its community involvement through various civic and educational programs. As a commemorative measure, the resolution does not create new laws or policies but instead serves to honor the company's half-century of operations and leadership in advanced manufacturing.

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 13, 2026

SR 1733: Recognizing the members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., for their outstanding service to the citizens of our state, our nation, and the international community and for their promotion of sisterhood, scholarship and service.

Senate Resolution 1733 formally recognizes the members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., for their contributions to public service, scholarship, and sisterhood. The resolution highlights the organization's history, including its founding in 1913 and its extensive network of chapters across the United States and internationally. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the resolution to specific state legislators and representatives of the sorority.

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 13, 2026

SR 1729: Commending the 2026 Kansas Superintendent and Principals of the Year.

This Senate resolution formally congratulates and commends the 2026 Kansas Superintendent of the Year and the winners of the Kansas Principals of the Year award. The bill recognizes specific individuals, including Dr. Reginald Eggleston and several principals and assistant principals, for their leadership in improving student achievement and school culture. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their contributions to Kansas education rather than establishing new laws or funding. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the document to Senator Argabright.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 13, 2026

SR 1731: Recommending Barry Ward as the 2026 Kansas State Balladeer

This Senate resolution honors Barry Ward by recommending him as the 2026 Kansas State Balladeer. The bill recognizes Ward's achievements as a singer-songwriter, farmer, and inductee into the Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame. It does not create any new laws or change government policies, but rather serves as a formal commendation of his contributions to music and the state's culture. The resolution is a ceremonial gesture that acknowledges Ward's past awards and performances rather than establishing new requirements or funding.

passed · Kansas · Senate Mar 13, 2026

SR 1732: Commending Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve and acknowledging the patriotic commitment of all Kansas employers who support their employees serving in the National Guard and Reserve.

This Senate Resolution commends the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve office and acknowledges the patriotism of Kansas employers who support their employees serving in the National Guard and Reserve. The measure highlights the partnership between these groups, noting how employer policies like flexible leave and job protection help service members balance military duties with their civilian lives. By formally recognizing this collaboration, the resolution aims to strengthen the bond between the state, its service members, and their workplaces without altering any laws or policies.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans