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KS SB492

KS SB492
Requiring law enforcement agencies to share records with other law enforcement agencies about law enforcement officers related to criminal conduct or conduct giving rise to licensing or certification sanctions.


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Introduced
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT concerning law enforcement; relating to file sharing by law enforcement agencies; requiring law enforcement agencies to share information about law enforcement officers related to criminal conduct or conduct giving rise to licensing or certification sanctions; amending K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 75-4379 and repealing the existing section.

AI Summary

This bill requires law enforcement agencies to share information with other law enforcement agencies about officers who have engaged in criminal conduct or behavior that could lead to disciplinary action, such as losing their license or certification. Specifically, if a hiring agency (a law enforcement agency considering hiring an applicant) discovers information during the hiring process that suggests an applicant has committed a crime or engaged in conduct warranting licensing or certification sanctions, that information must be shared with relevant agencies. These agencies include the licensing or certifying authority, the law enforcement agency where the applicant was employed when the conduct occurred, and the agency where the applicant is currently employed. This provision aims to ensure that agencies are aware of potential misconduct by law enforcement officers, promoting accountability and public safety.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Judiciary (S)

Last Action

Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary (on 02/06/2026)

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