KS HB2280

Expands the definition of "veteran" and "disabled veteran" across multiple Kansas statutes to explicitly include groups and individuals listed under 38 C.F.R. § 3.7, which covers certain civilian groups, merchant mariners, and others recognized by the federal government for veterans benefits.

Removes the requirement that military servicemembers be on "active" duty for their spouses to qualify for fee exemptions when obtaining occupational licenses in Kansas; spouses of all military servicemembers (current or former with honorable discharge) now qualify.

Updates veteran-related definitions in 14 different Kansas statutes covering driver's licenses, identification cards, hunting/fishing licenses, tuition residency, consumer protection, employment preferences, state contracting, and property tax refunds.

Requires veterans seeking benefits to have been discharged under honorable or general under honorable conditions, with service-connected disability thresholds varying by program (ranging from 10% to 50% depending on the specific benefit).

Takes effect upon publication in the Kansas statute book and repeals the existing versions of all 14 amended statutes.