Bill > HB2407

This bill amends the Kansas Act Against Discrimination to add sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and status as a veteran as protected classes across various areas of law, including employment, public accommodations, housing, and state contracting. Specifically, the bill expands existing anti-discrimination protections to prevent discrimination based on these new categories in areas such as hiring, housing, public services, real estate transactions, and state contracts. The bill defines these new protected categories, with "sexual orientation" meaning actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, or bisexuality, "gender identity or expression" referring to gender-related identity and characteristics regardless of birth-assigned sex, and "veteran" meaning a person who served in active military service and was discharged under non-dishonorable conditions. The amendments apply to multiple sections of Kansas law, ensuring that individuals cannot be discriminated against in employment, housing, public spaces, or other contexts due to their sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. The bill aims to provide broader protections against discrimination and promote equal opportunities for these additional groups of people.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2407/