Technology in Kansas | MyRepTracker

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 499: Enacting the Kansas age-appropriate design code act to require businesses to assess and mitigate risks of compulsive use in minors, enacting the Kansas stopping likeness abuse by nonconsensual digital replicas act to create a private right of action for the unauthorized digital replication and distribution of individuals' digital likenesses and enacting the Kansas saving human connection act to prohibit deceptive practices and ensure transparency in chatbot interactions.

SB 499 creates three new consumer protection laws in Kansas. It requires businesses with online services used by minors to assess and reduce risks of compulsive use (like addictive features), set privacy settings to the highest default for minors, and let consumers control their data. The bill also creates legal rights for people harmed by unauthorized digital replicas of their likeness and mandates transparency in chatbot interactions to prevent deceptive practices. These rules apply to businesses generating most revenue from online services likely accessed by minors, with enforcement by the attorney general.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Digital Government Tags Consumer Protection

signed · Kansas · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 2574: Removing the expiration on certain cybersecurity requirements, modifying the duties of chief information security officers and cybersecurity programs, requiring assessment of executive branch agency compliance with cybersecurity requirements, providing for consideration of such compliance by the legislature during the budget process and creating the judicial branch technology oversight council.

HB 2574 removes expiration dates from existing cybersecurity requirements for Kansas state government, making them permanent. It requires chief information security officers in all government branches to annually assess agency compliance with cybersecurity standards, report findings to the legislature, and link compliance to budget decisions. The bill creates a new judicial branch technology oversight council to set IT standards, approve plans, and oversee cybersecurity programs for courts. These changes apply directly to all executive branch agencies, the judiciary, and their IT security staff, focusing on mandatory annual reviews and alignment with national cybersecurity frameworks.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 310: Regulating the acceptance of cryptocurrency as a form of campaign contribution.

SB 310 establishes a $200 annual limit on cryptocurrency contributions to Kansas candidates per election cycle. It requires all digital currency donations to be processed through U.S.-based payment systems that verify donor identities and report personal details (name, address, occupation) within 24 hours. The bill mandates that cryptocurrency contributions must be converted to U.S. dollars within three business days and deposited into campaign accounts, prohibiting campaigns from holding digital currency as assets. This applies to all candidates and committees receiving digital currency donations under Kansas election law.

Topics ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 373: Creating a maximum length of time for an agreement between a utility and law enforcement to install law enforcement equipment on a utility pole or structure.

SB 373 limits law enforcement agreements with public utilities for attaching equipment (like cameras) to utility poles or structures to a maximum of 30 days, unless authorized by a warrant, court order, or in designated commercial zones or parks. After 30 days, the equipment must be removed, and any evidence collected beyond that period cannot be used in court. The bill directly affects public utilities (such as electric companies) and law enforcement agencies, requiring them to comply with the time limit and providing utilities immunity from liability for following the rules. It amends Kansas law to establish this 30-day rule and evidence restriction, replacing the previous standard.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2419: Providing an exception to KORA that authorizes certain retired KPERS members to have identifying information restricted from public access on public websites that identify home addresses or home ownership.

HB 2419 amends Kansas' Open Records Act (KORA) to allow certain retired KPERS (Kansas Public Employees Retirement System) members to restrict home address and property ownership details from public websites. The bill creates a new exemption in KORA, specifically permitting these retirees to prevent their residential information from being publicly accessible online. This change directly affects retired state employees who were part of KPERS, giving them control over the visibility of their personal residence details. The provision adds to existing KORA exemptions but focuses solely on protecting the privacy of retired public employees' home information.

Topics ✓ Technology

signed · Kansas · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 2518: Enacting the Kansas transparency in consumer legal funding act.

HB 2518 increases criminal penalties for attempts, conspiracies, and solicitation related to breach of privacy crimes in Kansas. It modifies the required mental state for conviction and adds stricter penalties when the victim is under 18 years old. The bill amends Kansas statutes governing criminal attempts (K.S.A. 21-5301), conspiracies (21-5302), and solicitation (21-5303) to elevate penalties for these specific offenses. It directly affects individuals accused of privacy violations, particularly those targeting minors. The changes apply to all breach of privacy cases except those involving the most severe offenses already carrying maximum penalties.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 431: Establishing the remote practice of pharmacy, requiring certain conditions for such practice and limiting activities performed under such practice.

SB 431 allows Kansas pharmacies to employ remote pharmacists, interns, and technicians to perform certain pharmacy tasks from off-site locations, directly affecting pharmacies, remote workers, and patients receiving remote services. The bill requires pharmacies to maintain secure remote work devices, protect patient data confidentiality, keep detailed records of remote workers for five years, and implement annual safety policies. It prohibits remote workers from handling physical drugs, packaging, compounding, or dispensing, but permits them to process prescriptions and communicate with prescribers under supervision. All remote pharmacy operations must comply with strict security, supervision, and record-keeping rules established by the bill.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 410: Providing that earned wage access service registrants are subject to the Kansas financial institutions information security act.

SB 410 expands Kansas' financial institutions information security law to require earned wage access service providers to comply with cybersecurity standards. It adds "earned wage access service registrants" to the list of covered entities - like credit services and mortgage companies - that must follow the state's information security rules. This means companies offering early access to earned wages (e.g., via apps or payroll services) must now implement security measures to protect customer data. The bill directly affects these providers by mandating adherence to existing cybersecurity requirements under Kansas law. The change applies to all such registrants operating in Kansas, aligning them with other financial service entities.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2438: Imposing restrictions on websites that can accept and transmit voter registration applications.

HB 2438 requires Kansas voters to use only .gov websites or Secretary of State-approved sites to submit online voter registration applications. Approved sites must use strong encryption, verify applications reach county election offices, and cannot sell, share, or store voter data beyond what's needed for registration. The bill directly affects online voter registration processes and website operators handling voter information, aiming to standardize security and data privacy for electronic applications.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 405: Making it unlawful for a person to knowingly train artificial intelligence to encourage or support suicide or the unlawful killing of another person, provide emotional support, develop emotional relationships, act as a healthcare professional, simulate humans or encourage isolation.

SB 405 makes it illegal for developers to knowingly train artificial intelligence systems to: encourage suicide or violence, provide emotional support or act as a healthcare professional, simulate human relationships, or promote social isolation. The bill directly affects AI developers and companies creating systems that interact with users, excluding standard customer service chatbots, video game features, and basic voice assistants. Violators face civil lawsuits allowing victims to seek $150,000 in liquidated damages (or actual damages for emotional harm), attorney fees, or court-ordered injunctions to stop the AI's operation. It also permits courts to impose fines up to $50,000 per violation. The law focuses on preventing AI from engaging in harmful behaviors that mimic human interaction or exploit vulnerable users.

Topics ✗ Healthcare ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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