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died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2047: Providing for the establishment of an online insurance verification system for the verification of evidence of motor vehicle liability insurance.

HB 2047 establishes a centralized online system for verifying motor vehicle liability insurance in Kansas. The bill requires all auto insurance companies to connect their systems to this web-based platform, replacing older verification methods. Key provisions mandate that the system transmit verification requests to insurers, secure data per privacy laws, and allow authorized state agencies (like the Department of Revenue and law enforcement) to check coverage using specific data points (e.g., vehicle ID, policy number). This system directly affects insurers, state agencies, and drivers who must prove insurance coverage.

Topics ✓ Technology

died · Kansas · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 2270: Authorizing the chief information security officer to receive audit reports and updating statutes related to services provided by the chief information technology officer.

HB 2270 updates Kansas law to require that information technology audit reports be shared with the chief information security officer (CISO) in addition to the chief information technology officer (CITO). The bill revises statutes governing the CITO's office, clarifying that it provides data processing and cloud services to state agencies and must approve major IT equipment purchases (costing $75,000+). These changes improve coordination between security and technology teams across state government. The bill directly affects state agencies, the CITO, and the CISO in all branches (executive, legislative, judicial) when IT systems are audited.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 154: Requiring school districts to prohibit the use of privately owned electronic communication devices during school hours and students from using school district computers or devices to access social media platforms.

SB 154 requires Kansas school districts to create policies banning students from using personal electronic devices (like phones or tablets) during school hours, except for special education plans, teacher-approved educational use, or health/emergency reasons. It also mandates that schools prohibit students from accessing social media platforms on school-owned computers or devices. The bill directs school boards to establish clear disciplinary consequences for violations and defines "social media" as platforms where users share content with others. These policies directly affect all K-12 students and school staff in Kansas public schools.

Topics ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics Social Media

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2259: Requiring school districts to adopt policies to limit the use of personal electronic communication devices during school hours and requiring the state board of education to designate a period of time for social media awareness and develop goals and materials relating thereto.

HB 2259 requires Kansas public school districts to adopt policies banning students' personal phones and tablets during instructional hours, with exceptions for special education plans, teacher-approved educational use, or health emergencies. It also mandates the state education board to create an annual social media awareness period, developing age-appropriate materials teaching students about social media risks (like misinformation and mental health impacts), safe usage (privacy, identifying predators), and benefits (career building, connecting with others). The policy directly affects all public school students and districts, as well as nonpublic schools through shared state materials. This bill implements concrete changes to school device policies and integrates social media education into curricula, without specifying enforcement details or outcomes.

Topics ✓ Education ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics School Safety Special Education Teachers Social Media

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2225: Prohibiting mobile home park landlords from limiting a tenant's access to communications and video services.

HB 2225 prohibits Kansas mobile home park landlords from restricting tenants' access to communications, video, broadband, or telecommunications services, except when necessary for health, safety, or welfare. The bill amends state law to require landlords to allow tenants to choose their own service providers without undue interference. Landlords may impose reasonable requirements for standardizing utility connections, but any associated charges must not exceed actual costs. This law directly affects mobile home park tenants and landlords across Kansas by ensuring access to essential communication services.

Topics ✓ Housing ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2083: Providing a property tax exemption for new energy storage systems and excluding new energy storage systems from the commercial and industrial machinery and equipment exemption.

HB 2083 creates a property tax exemption for new energy storage systems in Kansas, effective January 1, 2026. It specifically excludes these systems from the existing commercial and industrial machinery and equipment tax exemption while granting them a separate tax exemption under K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 79-266. This directly affects businesses or developers installing new energy storage systems (like battery storage for renewable energy) after the effective date. The bill ensures these systems are taxed differently than standard machinery, providing a financial incentive for new clean energy infrastructure. Systems approved before January 1, 2026, are not covered by this new exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Energy Storage Renewable Energy

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2303: Enacting the longitudinal data act, establishing the division of longitudinal data in the legislative research department, authorizing the appointment of a director of the division by the legislative coordinating council and providing for the development and management of the Kansas longitudinal data system for the purpose of tracking and analyzing education, workforce and related data.

HB 2303 establishes the Division of Longitudinal Data within Kansas' Legislative Research Department to create and manage the Kansas Longitudinal Data System. This system securely links and analyzes education data (like student performance, graduation, and career readiness) and workforce data (such as employment, wages, and training) from state agencies, while strictly protecting personally identifiable information through de-identification. The bill requires participating agencies (including education, labor, and health departments) to enter formal agreements with the division to share data, and it mandates a publicly accessible online registry of educational and occupational credentials. The system aims to provide lawmakers and state agencies with aggregated data to support evidence-based decisions on education and workforce development, without revealing individual identities.

Topics ✓ Technology

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2319: Permitting the division of vehicles to contract with an entity to establish and issue a digital proof of drivers' license and digital proof of identification card, regulating the use thereof and providing a fee for such digital proofs of identification.

HB 2319 allows Kansas' Division of Vehicles to create or contract with entities to provide optional digital versions of driver's licenses and ID cards through a secure electronic system. It requires strict privacy protections, prohibiting contractors from selling or sharing personal data without explicit consent, and mandates that digital IDs display only essential information for specific transactions ("limited profile"). The bill also sets security standards (like encryption) for transmitting digital IDs and requires users to already hold a physical license or ID card before accessing the digital version. This affects Kansas residents who choose to use the digital ID option for transactions like age verification.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Online Safety

died · Kansas · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 2186: Requiring school districts to prohibit the use of privately owned electronic communication devices during school hours and to prohibit students from using school district computers or devices to access social media platforms.

HB 2186 requires Kansas school districts to adopt policies banning student use of personal electronic devices (like phones or tablets) during all school hours, including class time and passing periods, with limited exceptions for students with IEPs/504 plans, teacher-approved educational use, or health/emergency needs. It also mandates policies prohibiting students from accessing social media platforms on school-issued computers or devices. The bill directly affects all public school students and requires school boards to establish clear disciplinary consequences for violations. Key mechanisms include defining "privately owned devices" and "social media platforms" to ensure consistent implementation. The law takes effect upon publication in the statute book.

Topics ✗ Education ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics School Safety Teachers Social Media

died · Kansas · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 230: Permitting the division of vehicles to contract with an entity to establish and issue a digital proof of drivers' license and digital proof of identification card, regulating the use thereof and providing a fee for such digital proofs of identification.

Kansas SB 230 allows the Kansas Division of Vehicles to create or contract with entities to issue optional digital driver's licenses and digital identification cards through a secure electronic system. It requires strict privacy protections, including prohibiting contractors from selling or sharing user data without explicit consent, and mandates encryption standards for data transmission. The digital credentials must display only essential information for specific transactions (a "limited profile") and cannot be issued without a valid physical license first. This bill directly affects Kansas residents who hold driver's licenses or ID cards and choose to use the digital version, with fees established for these digital proofs.

Topics ✓ Technology

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