SB345

Kansas SB345 removes breastfeeding mothers from the mandatory jury service exclusion list and places them on the discretionary exclusion list.

Kansas SB345 amends the state's jury service laws by removing breastfeeding mothers from the mandatory exclusion list and placing them on the discretionary exclusion list. This means that while breastfeeding mothers are no longer automatically exempt from jury duty, they can request a deferral if serving would cause hardship. If a breastfeeding mother chooses to serve, the court must make reasonable accommodations. The bill also repeals existing sections of the law and takes effect upon publication in the statute book.