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KS HB2593
KS HB2593Requiring that a political subdivision hold an open meeting to discuss a contingency fee contract for legal services before approving such contract and requiring the attorney general to approve such contracts.
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
Crossed Over
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning contingent fee contracts for legal services; relating to contracts entered into for legal services by a political subdivision; requiring an open meeting before a political subdivision may approve such a contract; requiring the attorney general to approve such contract before such contract becomes effective.
AI Summary
This bill requires that before a political subdivision, which is a local government entity like a city or county, can enter into a contract with an attorney or law firm where the attorney's payment is dependent on the outcome of a legal matter (a "contingent fee contract"), the political subdivision must hold a public meeting to discuss the contract and provide specific justifications, such as why the work can't be done by in-house attorneys or through an hourly rate, and then formally approve it in an open meeting. Furthermore, before such a contract can become effective, it must be approved by the Attorney General, who can refuse approval if the case overlaps with state legal actions, interferes with state enforcement efforts, or violates professional conduct rules for attorneys, with the political subdivision having the right to appeal a refusal.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Judiciary (House)
Last Action
Senate Hearing: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:30 AM Room 346-S (on 03/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2593/ |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2593_01_0000.pdf |
| House Committee on Judiciary Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_hb2593_h_3784.pdf |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As Amended by House Committee | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_hb2593_01_0000.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Ficsal Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fisc_note_hb2593_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2593_00_0000.pdf |
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