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KS HB2544
KS HB2544Establishing the relocation reimbursement assistance fund to provide reimbursement assistance to communications service providers that are required to relocate facilities located in the public right-of-way pursuant to an order or directive of a municipality.
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Introduced
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning communications service providers; relating to directives from municipalities to relocate facilities located within the public right-of-way; establishing the relocation reimbursement assistance fund to provide monetary assistance to certain communications service providers that are required to relocate facilities; requiring the state treasurer to administer such fund and establish an application process for disbursement of moneys in such fund.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a "relocation reimbursement assistance fund" to help communications service providers, which include companies like phone and internet providers that have obtained necessary permits or authorizations to operate, cover the costs of moving their equipment when a municipality, meaning a city, county, or township, orders them to do so. The fund will be managed by the state treasurer, who will set up a process for these providers to apply for reimbursement by submitting proof of the municipality's order and the expenses they incurred in the previous year to relocate their facilities located in public areas. Starting in fiscal year 2027, $2 million will be transferred annually from premium taxes paid by insurance companies to this fund, and interest earned on the fund's balance will also be added to it. If the fund doesn't have enough money to cover all approved claims, the available funds will be distributed proportionally among the eligible providers.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications (House)
Last Action
House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507 (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2544/ |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_hb2544_00_0000.pdf |
| House Committee on Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_hb2544_h_3455.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Ficsal Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fisc_note_hb2544_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2544_00_0000.pdf |
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