HB2228

Senate Substitute for HB 2228 by Committee on Judiciary - Requiring that a political subdivision hold an open meeting to discuss a contingency fee contract for legal services before approving such contract and requiring the attorney general to approve such contracts.

Vetoed·4/10/25

Kansas HB2228 requires the secretary of corrections to assist inmates with obtaining identification and employment-related documentation before their.

Kansas HB2228 mandates the secretary of corrections to help inmates obtain necessary identification and employment-related documentation prior to their release. This includes a vocational training record, work record, educational certifications, and a resume. The bill also requires the secretary to provide or assist in obtaining a certified copy of a birth certificate, social security card, and a driver's license or identification card if eligible. These provisions do not apply to inmates who are to be released to another jurisdiction or are unable to return to the workforce.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

73 Yea

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52 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 11, 2025

1:30 PM

House Corrections and Juvenile Justice Hearing

History

Apr 11, 2025

House

House No motion to reconsider vetoed bill; Veto sustained

Apr 10, 2025

House

House Enrolled and presented to Governor on Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Apr 10, 2025

House

House Vetoed by Governor; Returned to House on Wednesday, April 9, 2025