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KansasHB 25622025–2026 Regular SessionHouse
Permitting the issuance of a special license plate or permanent or temporary placard for a person with a disability based on documentation of satisfactory proof of disability from a physical therapist.
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Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
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6 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 3 mixed.
Therapists can certify disability parking
Kansas now accepts a physical therapist’s statement as proof of disability for a special plate or a parking placard. You submit the form provided by the Director of Vehicles with your therapist’s certification. This makes it easier to qualify if your main provider is a physical therapist.
State updates disability placard rules
The Secretary of Revenue sets rules to stay compliant with the federal standard at 23 C.F.R. 1235.4. This keeps Kansas disability placards aligned with national requirements. It is an agency action and does not change your benefit amounts directly.
Return plates and placards or face fine
When a person with a disability dies, return permanent placards and ID cards to the Department of Revenue. Return temporary placards when they expire or when the person dies. Return special plates to the county treasurer to exchange for another plate. Not returning these items is an unclassified misdemeanor. The court can fine up to $50.
Carry and display rules for placards
Hang the placard right below the rear view mirror so it is easy to see from outside. When you get a disability plate or a permanent placard, the state also issues you an ID card. You must carry the ID card when you park in a disability space. If you have a temporary placard, you must also carry the state or county receipt with your name. The ID card must show your date of birth and your sex.
Choices for disability placards and decals
If your disability is permanent and you pay the required fees, you can choose a permanent placard, a placard with a special plate, or a placard with a wheelchair decal. If you do not request a special plate, you may receive one extra permanent placard. If you are temporarily disabled, you can receive a temporary placard and may receive one extra temporary placard. Temporary placards expire no later than six months from issuance. All plates, decals, and placards show the access symbol. Permanent placards are blue and white; temporary placards are red and white.
Rules and fees for disability plates
A disability plate is valid for the same time as other plates, or the rest of your current term. You do not pay any extra fee beyond regular registration for the special plate. One special plate per person. Agencies or businesses that transport people with disabilities can get more plates for those vehicles. You can personalize the plate if you pay the personalization fee.
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: 124 Nay: 0
Yes: 124 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Approved by Governor on Monday, April 6, 2026
4/9/2026HouseEnrolled and presented to Governor on Friday, March 27, 2026
3/26/2026HouseFinal Action - Passed; Yea: 40 Nay: 0
3/19/2026SenateCommittee of the Whole - Be passed
3/18/2026SenateCommittee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Public Health and Welfare
3/5/2026SenateHearing: Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 8:30 AM Room 142-S
3/3/2026SenateReferred to Committee on Public Health and Welfare
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 Health and Human Services
2/10/2026HouseHearing: Monday, February 9, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 112-N
2/9/2026HouseIntroduced
1/27/2026HouseReferred to Committee on Health and Human Services
1/27/2026House
Bill Text
As introduced
Enrolled
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