HB2206

Renames the Kansas governmental ethics commission to the Kansas public disclosure commission, defines terms, requires independent expenditure.

Kansas HB2206 renames the Kansas governmental ethics commission to the Kansas public disclosure commission. It defines terms such as "governmental entity," "lobbying," and "public funds." The bill requires the filing of statements of independent expenditures and prohibits agreements requiring contributions in the name of another person. It also mandates the termination of unused campaign finance accounts. The commission is responsible for accepting and disposing of gifts and donations, and it can assess civil penalties for non-compliance.