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KS SB384
KS SB384Extending 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.
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Introduced
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
In Committee
03/17/2026
03/17/2026
Crossed Over
03/13/2026
03/13/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning education; relating to public innovative districts; extending the application deadline to operate as a public innovative district from December 1 to May 1; deeming applications approved if not approved or denied within 30 days of submission a certain number of days; amending K.S.A. 72-4223 and 72-4225 and repealing the existing sections.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the process for school districts to become authorized as public innovative districts, which are schools that can operate with more flexibility from state regulations. Key changes include extending the application deadline from December 1 to May 1 of the preceding school year, giving districts more time to prepare their proposals. Additionally, the bill introduces a "deemed approved" clause: if the state board or the coalition board (depending on the stage of the application) does not approve or deny an application within a specified timeframe (45 days for the state board and 30 days for the coalition board), the application will automatically be considered approved. This aims to prevent delays and ensure timely decisions for districts seeking to innovate their educational programs.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Education (Senate)
Last Action
House Committee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Education (on 03/17/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb384/ |
| House Committee on Education Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_sb384_h_4391.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/sb384_01_0000.pdf |
| Senate Committee on Education Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_sb384_s_3649.pdf |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As Amended by Senate Committee | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_sb384_01_0000.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Ficsal Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fisc_note_sb384_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/sb384_00_0000.pdf |
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