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KansasHB 23072025–2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET
Transferring the power to authorize and oversee certain activities regarding prenatal and postnatal diagnosed conditions awareness programs from the department of health and environment to the Kansas council on developmental disabilities.
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Signed by Governor
public health and welfarehealth and human services
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Bill Overview
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Council now runs diagnosis support programs
The law moves these awareness programs from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities. The council now authorizes and oversees prenatal and postnatal diagnosis support. The prior statute is repealed and its powers move to the council. Families now receive program materials and services run by the council.
More support for parents after diagnosis
The council can fund groups with grants, contracts, or agreements to collect and share current, evidence-based information on prenatal and postnatal diagnoses, including Down syndrome. Eligible recipients include the state, local governments, and other expert groups the council approves. Grantees must give health care providers written, council‑approved materials and contact info for hotlines, websites, resource centers, and local peer support. All materials must be culturally and linguistically appropriate. The council must favor projects that pair health care groups with disability advocacy groups.
New fund and 2027 report for families
The law creates a dedicated state fund for these awareness programs. Money in the fund is used only for these programs, subject to state appropriation laws, with vouchers approved by the council chair. On July 1, 2025, the state transfers $25,000 into the fund. By January 11, 2027, the council must report to the Governor and Legislature on awards made and how well the programs worked.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
There is no primary sponsor on record.
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 40 Nay: 0
Yes: 40 • No: 0
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 122 Nay: 0
Yes: 122 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 3, 2025
4/10/2025HouseEnrolled and presented to Governor on Tuesday, March 25, 2025
3/25/2025HouseCommittee of the Whole - Be passed
3/19/2025SenateEmergency Final Action - Passed; Yea: 40 Nay: 0
3/19/2025SenateCommittee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Public Health and Welfare
3/11/2025SenateHearing: Thursday, March 6, 2025, 8:30 AM Room 142-S
3/6/2025SenateReferred to Committee on Public Health and Welfare
2/26/2025SenateReceived and Introduced
2/25/2025SenateFinal Action - Passed as amended; Yea: 122 Nay: 0
2/20/2025HouseEngrossed on Thursday, February 20, 2025
2/20/2025HouseCommittee of the Whole - Committee Report be adopted
2/19/2025HouseCommittee of the Whole - Be passed as amended
2/19/2025HouseCommittee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Health and Human Services
2/14/2025HouseHearing: Thursday, February 13, 2025, 1:30 PM Room 112-N
2/13/2025HouseHearing: Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 1:30 PM Room 112-N - CANCELED
2/12/2025HouseIntroduced
2/5/2025HouseReferred to Committee on Health and Human Services
2/5/2025House
Bill Text
As Amended by House Committee
As introduced
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