SB384

Extending the application deadline for authorization to operate as a public innovative district from December 1 to May 1 and deeming applications approved if not approved or denied within 45 days of submission.

Chamber Passed·3/13/26

Extends the application deadline for public innovative districts in Kansas from December 1 to May 1 and automatically approves applications not acted.

This bill amends the application process for school districts in Kansas seeking to operate as public innovative districts. It extends the deadline for submitting an application from December 1 to May 1. Additionally, if the coalition board does not approve or deny an application within 45 days of its submission, the application is automatically approved. The bill also modifies the criteria for approval, including descriptions of educational programs, partnerships, goals, and performance metrics. It repeals existing sections of law related to public innovative districts.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 32–7 · Mar 13
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Final Action - Passed as amended - Yea: 32 Nay: 7

32 Yea

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7 Nay

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1 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 17

1:30 PM

House Education Hearing

Feb 11

1:30 PM

Senate Education Hearing

History

Mar 17

House

House Hearing: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 218-N

Mar 17

House

House Committee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Education

Mar 13

House

House Received and Introduced