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KansasHB 24852025–2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET
Authorizing the chief executive officer of the board of regents to negotiate and settle repayment obligations arising under financial aid programs administered by the board, providing requirements for agreements between postsecondary educational institutions and school districts for postsecondary courses taught in secondary schools, directing the governor to approve short-term workforce training programs for Pell grant eligibility, modifying requirements under the every child can read act and prohibiting Kansas promise scholarship awards for remedial hours.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
9 provisions identified: 5 benefits, 2 costs, 2 mixed.
Extra pay for high school college classes
Beginning July 1, 2026, community and technical colleges can pay district teachers extra to teach college classes in high schools. In 2026–27, teachers get $600 per credit hour, up to 10 credits per semester; pay is prorated if fewer than 8 students enroll. Non‑teaching site coordinators can get up to $1,500 per semester. These amounts rise each year by the average Midwest CPI over the prior three academic years. If a district employee serves as site coordinator, the college pays that person directly. Agreements must follow regents policies, require materials be provided, and block other pay during the school day.
Promise Scholarship: income and credit caps
Beginning July 1, 2026, your household must meet income limits to get a Kansas Promise Scholarship: up to $100,000 for one or two people, $150,000 for three, then add $4,800 for each person above three. The scholarship pays tuition, required fees, and books after other non‑repayable aid, but only up to 68 credits or $20,000 lifetime. At private schools, the award cannot be higher than the average public cost for that program. It cannot pay for prerequisites unless listed in the eligible program, or for remedial classes except corequisite formats. The program is capped at $10 million each year. Colleges submit reimbursements by Sept 1, Dec 1, Mar 1, and Jun 1; the state pays on Sept 15, Dec 15, Mar 15, and Jun 15.
Pell grants for short job training
Beginning July 1, 2026, the governor approves short workforce training programs for federal workforce Pell grants if they meet federal rules. The state workforce board sets the application and appeals process, coordinates funding, and aligns with federal guidance. If your program is approved, you can use workforce Pell grant aid.
K–3 reading plans and specialists
The state builds a reading assessment system by May 1, 2025 and training by July 1, 2025. A single statewide screening tool is recommended by June 1, 2026 and used in 2027–28. Starting in 2027–28, K–3 students flagged high‑risk in fall must get an individual literacy plan with at least 90 minutes a week of targeted help and progress checks. Districts report data each year by June 30, and an annual summary is due October 1. Starting in 2029–30, each elementary school must have a licensed reading specialist.
Stronger collections on state student aid
Beginning July 1, 2026, the state board of regents can add collection costs—like court, attorney, and agency fees—when collecting on state student aid repayment obligations. The regents’ CEO can negotiate and settle these debts. If you owe on an article 32 state aid program, you cannot receive more state aid from those programs until the debt is cleared.
Free ACT tests and WorkKeys credit
Beginning July 1, 2026, the ACT is free for students in grades 11–12. Ninth graders get the pre‑ACT free, and grades 11–12 get the three WorkKeys tests free. The state and districts publish test schedules each year; taking the tests is optional. Colleges must accept strong WorkKeys credentials (platinum, gold, or silver, or similar per ACE) as transferable credit toward technical degrees, per the national guide.
State literacy director and advisory board
The board of regents appoints a director of literacy education, who chairs a 15‑member literacy advisory committee. Meetings follow open‑government rules and agendas are posted online. The director and committee guide the state literacy plan, track training, and report to lawmakers each year. Goals include a reading microcredential for 100% of elementary, special education, and English learner teachers by 2030 and student score targets by 2033. The committee files progress reports during the year and plans for centers of excellence each January.
Teacher licensure needs reading practicum
Beginning July 1, 2026, applicants for preK–8 general or special education licenses and reading specialists must complete at least 45 supervised practicum hours in literacy. Colleges must teach the science of reading, include two 3‑credit application courses, use a common performance assessment, and ensure at least 80% pass the state literacy exam. Programs review curriculum at least every three years and report results.
Old education laws repealed in 2026
The law repeals listed Kansas education statutes, including K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 72‑3262 and 74‑32,290 through 74‑32,296. On and after July 1, 2026, it also repeals 72‑5179, 74‑32,274 and 74‑32,313. These changes remove prior sections and align law with the new rules in this act.
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: 123 Nay: 0
Yes: 123 • No: 0
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 39 Nay: 0
Yes: 39 • No: 0
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 123 Nay: 1
Yes: 123 • No: 1
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 25 Nay: 15
Yes: 25 • No: 15
Actions Timeline
Engrossed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026
4/9/2026HouseEnrolled and presented to Governor on Friday, April 3, 2026
4/9/2026HouseApproved by Governor on Thursday, April 9, 2026
4/9/2026HouseConference committee report now available
3/27/2026SenateConference Committee Report was adopted; Yea: 39 Nay: 0
3/27/2026SenateConference Committee Report was adopted; Yea: 123 Nay: 0
3/27/2026HouseMotion to accede adopted; Senator Erickson, Senator Thomas and Senator Sykes appointed as conferees
3/24/2026SenateNonconcurred with amendments; Conference Committee requested; appointed Representative Estes , Representative McNorton and Representative Stogsdill as conferees
3/23/2026HouseCommittee of the Whole - Committee Report be adopted
3/19/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Be passed as amended
3/19/2026SenateEmergency Final Action - Passed as amended; Yea: 25 Nay: 15
3/19/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Passed over and retain a place on the calendar
3/18/2026SenateCommittee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Education
3/17/2026SenateHearing: Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 144-S
3/12/2026SenateReferred to Committee on Education
2/19/2026SenateFinal Action - Passed; Yea: 123 Nay: 1
2/18/2026HouseReceived and Introduced
2/18/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Be passed
2/17/2026HouseCommittee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Education
2/6/2026HouseHearing: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 218-N
2/4/2026HouseHearing: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 218-N
1/29/2026HouseIntroduced
1/21/2026HouseReferred to Committee on Education
1/21/2026House
Bill Text
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