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KS HB2413
Bill
Status
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Schwertfeger
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AI Summary
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Theft of livestock (cattle or horses) or implements of husbandry (farm equipment) is classified as a severity level 5, nonperson felony regardless of the property's value
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Property used in the commission of theft of livestock or farm equipment is subject to forfeiture, including conveyances, proceeds, and records used to facilitate the crime
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"Livestock" definition is narrowed from the broader forfeiture statute definition (which included swine, sheep, goats, mules, deer, and ratites) to only cattle and horses for theft classification purposes
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"Implement of husbandry" is defined by reference to K.S.A. 8-126, covering farm machinery and equipment
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Amends K.S.A. 21-5801 and 22-4807a, taking effect upon publication in the statute book
Legislative Description
Providing that theft of livestock or implements of husbandry is a severity level 5, nonperson felony.
Last Action
Senate Final Action - Passed as amended; Yea: 39 Nay: 0
3/13/2026