All Roll Calls
Yes: 323 • No: 0
KansasHB 25602025–2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET
Concerning postsecondary education; authorizing the state board of regents to sell and convey certain real property in the city of Manhattan, Riley county, Kansas, on behalf of Kansas state university, granting authority to state educational institutions regarding transactions involving contracts, easements and the procurement of goods and services, exempting the state educational institutions from statutes governing such transactions and authorizing legislators to request copies of certain documents.
Sponsored By: Angelina Roeser (Republican)
Signed by Governor
educationhigher education budget
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
K‑State land sale funds housing
The Board of Regents can sell Lot 3, Fraternity Knoll Addition, 1930 College Heights Road (Parcel ID 081-211-12-0-40-20-003.00.0). The sale must close by July 1, 2028. All proceeds go to K‑State’s housing system repair, equipment and improvement fund (367-00-5641-4740). The Attorney General must approve the deed before transfer. This sale is not subject to K.S.A. 75-3043a or 75-6609.
Lawmakers can get campus contracts fast
Any Kansas legislator can ask a state college or the Regents for copies of campus policies and signed contracts. The school or Board must send them as soon as possible, and no later than five business days.
Universities control purchasing and contracts
State colleges and universities can buy goods and services and sign contracts under their own Board‑approved policies. They can also lease real property. They must use competitive bids when required and pick architects and engineers based on qualifications. A contractor cannot use an in‑house architect unless the campus facilities director reviews the drawings. These deals are exempt from many statewide procurement rules and extra outside reviews. Schools may buy prison‑made goods under their policies. Older procurement statutes are repealed to match these new rules.
Campus easements and asset tracking rules
State colleges and universities can grant easements across campus land under Board‑approved rules. An easement can allow parking, paths, or utilities, with or without payment. The rules must protect future campus use and the public interest. Each campus must also keep an inventory of all fixed and movable property.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Angelina Roeser
Republican • House
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 120 Nay: 0
Yes: 120 • No: 0
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 124 Nay: 0
Yes: 124 • No: 0
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 39 Nay: 0
Yes: 39 • No: 0
House vote • 4/23/2026
Yea: 40 Nay: 0
Yes: 40 • No: 0
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: 120 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 Turk , Representative Sweely and Representative Amyx as conferees
3/23/2026HouseFinal Action - Passed as amended; Yea: 40 Nay: 0
3/19/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Motion to Amend - Offered by Senator Starnes
3/18/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Amendment by Senator Starnes was adopted
3/18/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Be passed as amended
3/18/2026SenateCommittee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Education
3/12/2026SenateHearing: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 144-S
3/11/2026SenateReferred to Committee on Education
2/19/2026SenateFinal Action - Passed; Yea: 124 Nay: 0
2/18/2026HouseReceived and Introduced
2/18/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Be passed
2/17/2026HouseCommittee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Higher Education Budget
2/12/2026HouseHearing: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 281-N
2/11/2026HouseIntroduced
1/27/2026HouseReferred to Committee on Higher Education Budget
1/27/2026House
Bill Text
As Amended by Senate Committee of the Whole
As introduced
Enrolled
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