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KS HB2416

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Leo Delperdang

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Racing facilities and racetracks in Kansas would be immune from civil liability for nuisance, taking, or similar claims if the facility was established before a surrounding property owner purchased their property or constructed improvements on it

  • Immunity does not apply to lawsuits alleging material violations of state or local laws or conditions expressly prohibited by a valid permit governing the facility

  • "Racing facility" or "racetrack" is defined as any designated area where competitive vehicle and motorsport races are conducted, including tracks, spectator areas, garages, and associated grounds or buildings

  • The act preserves state and local government enforcement authority for law violations unrelated to nuisance or taking claims

  • Takes effect upon publication in the Kansas statute book

Legislative Description

Creating the Kansas motorsports venue protection act to provide immunity to motorsports venues from civil actions for nuisance, taking or similar legal theories.

Last Action

Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Transportation

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/17/2026
Transportation1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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