Bill > HB2202

This bill requires the Kansas State Board of Regents and all postsecondary educational institutions in Kansas to ensure that pre-service teachers (students training to become licensed teachers) in early childhood, elementary, secondary, and special education programs are trained to support children with fetal alcohol syndrome disorders (FASD). Specifically, the training must cover three key areas: recognizing common signs and behaviors associated with FASD, understanding how FASD impacts learning and behavior, and learning effective communication techniques for discussing FASD with parents or guardians, including potential educational interventions and special education evaluations. The bill applies to a wide range of educational institutions, including state educational institutions, municipal universities, community colleges, and independent, nonprofit postsecondary schools with their main campus in Kansas. The training requirement aims to better prepare future teachers to identify and support students who may be affected by FASD, a condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure that can lead to significant developmental and behavioral challenges. The act will take effect upon publication in the state statute book.

Education

K-12 Education Budget (H)

https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2202/