Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has signed off on seven bills, ushering in new state laws that cover a range of issues from child welfare to vehicle registration. Here’s a breakdown of the key legislations:
Senate Bill 115: Protecting Kansas Children
Governor Kelly endorsed Senate Bill 115, establishing the Office of the Child Advocate as an independent state agency. This move aims to enhance the welfare of children within the state’s child welfare system, emphasizing transparency and accountability in safeguarding Kansas children.
Senate Bill 359: New License Plates
Senate Bill 359 introduces new license plates for various entities, including sports teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and Sporting Kansas City, as well as attractions like the Sedgwick County Zoo and Topeka Zoo. These plates, along with others, will be available starting January 1, 2025.
Senate Bill 18: Addressing Campus Infrastructure
Enacted as the Kansas Campus Restoration Act, Senate Bill 18 tackles deferred maintenance and facility demolition across colleges and universities in the state. It establishes the Kansas Campus Restoration Fund, facilitating financial support for campus infrastructure projects.
Senate Bill 356: Insurance Regulations Update
Senate Bill 356 brings updates to insurance regulations, refining terms, definitions, and conditions concerning insurance reports, examinations, and transactions.
Senate Bill 384: Nuisance Abatement
This bill establishes the Riley County Unincorporated Area Nuisance Abatement Act and the Crawford County Unincorporated Area Nuisance Abatement Act. It outlines procedures for the removal and abatement of nuisances in unincorporated areas of these counties.
Senate Bill 455: Limiting Eminent Domain
Senate Bill 455 restricts public utilities from exercising eminent domain for the siting or placement of solar generation facilities, aiming to protect land rights.
House Bill 2787: Insurance Regulations Update
House Bill 2787 updates definitions, terms, conditions, and provisions related to the Kansas Insurance Guaranty Association Act and the Kansas Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association Act.
These legislative actions reflect a concerted effort to address various aspects of governance and public welfare within the state of Kansas.
Download The Local News App for More Local Updates
Stay informed about the latest developments in Kansas and beyond by downloading The Local News App to your phone for instant access to local news, legislation updates, and community stories.
