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KS HB2411

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Schwertfeger

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reduces the waiting period from 60 days to 45 days for KPERS retirees to be hired by school districts for positions requiring a teaching license or certificate
  • Retirees hired under this provision are exempt from earnings limitations that would otherwise reduce or eliminate their retirement benefits
  • Amends K.S.A. 74-4914 and 74-4937 governing the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System
  • Designated as the "Kansas Teacher Shortage Relief Act" and recognizes former Senator Dave Jackson for his support of the legislation
  • Takes effect upon publication in the Kansas Register

Legislative Description

Reducing the required waiting period for employment of KPERS retirants hired by a school district for a covered position that requires a teaching license or certificate.

Last Action

House Hearing: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 9:00 AM Room 582-N

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Financial Institutions and Pensions1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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