HB2653

Requiring the secretary of corrections to assist inmates with obtaining identification and employment-related documentation prior to release from custody.

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Kansas HB2653 mandates the secretary of corrections to help inmates obtain identification and employment-related documents before their release.

Kansas HB2653 requires the secretary of corrections to assist inmates with obtaining identification and employment-related documentation prior to their release from custody. This includes providing vocational training records, work records, educational certifications, and resumes. The secretary must also provide or help obtain a certified copy of a birth certificate, a social security card, and a driver's license or identification card. These provisions do not apply to inmates being released to another jurisdiction's custody or those unable to coordinate with the secretary.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

123 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 26

10:30 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 9

1:30 PM

House Corrections and Juvenile Justice Hearing

History

Apr 9

House

House Engrossed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Apr 9

House

House Enrolled and presented to Governor on Friday, April 3, 2026

Apr 9

House

House Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 9, 2026