KS HB2373

Prohibits individuals unlawfully present in the United States from receiving state or local public benefits, except those required by federal law under 8 U.S.C. § 1621(b)

Requires applicants 18 years or older seeking state or local public benefits to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or lawful immigration status

Mandates state and local agencies verify immigration status through the federal Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program before providing benefits to any non-citizen

Bars individuals unlawfully present from receiving in-state tuition rates at Kansas postsecondary institutions, voiding any conflicting provisions of K.S.A. 76-731a

Requires immigration status verification for non-citizens charged with crimes and creates a rebuttable presumption that individuals determined to be unlawfully present are flight risks for pretrial release purposes