HB2521

Expanding the Kansas tort claims act to include child placement agencies that contract with the secretary for children and families.

Complete·4/9/26

Expands the Kansas tort claims act to include child placement agencies that contract with the secretary for children and families.

The bill amends the Kansas tort claims act to include child placement agencies that have a current contract with the secretary for children and families. This change ensures that such agencies are covered under the act, potentially affecting liability and claims processes related to their operations. The act also defines various terms related to governmental entities, employees, and healthcare providers, clarifying the scope of coverage and exceptions.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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9 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 11

10:30 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 9

3:30 PM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 9

House

House Enrolled and presented to Governor on Monday, March 30, 2026

Apr 9

House

House Reengrossed on Monday, March 30, 2026

Apr 9

House

House Vetoed by Governor; Returned to House on Wednesday, April 8, 2026