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KS HB2273
Adding a citation to the code of federal regulations to the definition of veteran and disabled veteran.
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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
Crossed Over
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning veterans and military; modifying the definition of veteran and disabled veteran; adding a citation to the code of federal register regulations to definitions of veteran and disabled veteran; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 8-1,221, 8-243, 8-1324, 32-934, 48-3601, 50-676, 73-201, 73-230, 73-1239, 73-1244, 75-3740 and 79-4502 and repealing the existing sections.
AI Summary
This bill adds a citation to the federal register (specifically 38 C.F.R. § 3.7) to various state statutes that define "veteran" and "disabled veteran" across multiple sections of Kansas law. The bill updates definitions in laws related to driver's licenses, vehicle registration, veterans benefits, state employment preferences, and property tax relief to explicitly include groups and individuals listed in the federal code of regulations. The changes standardize the definition of veterans across different state statutes, ensuring a more comprehensive and consistent approach to identifying and recognizing veterans. The modifications expand the definition to potentially include more categories of military service members who may have been previously overlooked, such as those in less traditional military roles or service branches. By referencing the federal regulation, the bill aligns Kansas law more closely with federal guidelines for veteran classification, which could help more service members qualify for state benefits and recognition.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Veterans and Military (H)
Last Action
Senate Referred to Senate Select Committee on Veterans Affairs (on 02/26/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2273/ |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2273_01_0000.pdf |
| House Committee on Veterans and Military Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2025_hb2273_h_1329.pdf |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As Amended by House Committee | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_hb2273_01_0000.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Ficsal Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fisc_note_hb2273_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2273_00_0000.pdf |
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