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KS HB2034

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bill Rhiley

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • School district boards of education may employ or accept volunteer chaplains to provide support, services, and programs for students

  • Chaplains are not required to obtain a teacher license from the state board of education

  • Chaplains must undergo the same criminal background check required of all other district employees

  • Registered sex offenders under the Kansas Offender Registration Act (K.S.A. 22-4901) are prohibited from serving as chaplains

  • Takes effect upon publication in the statute book

Legislative Description

Authorizing school districts to employ chaplains or accept such persons as volunteers.

Last Action

House Hearing: Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 218N

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/17/2025

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