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KS HB2485

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Education

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the chief executive officer of the Kansas Board of Regents to negotiate and settle repayment obligations arising from state scholarships, grants, and other financial aid programs under article 32 of chapter 74

  • Prohibits students with outstanding repayment obligations from receiving any additional funds from state financial aid programs administered by the Board of Regents

  • Retains existing authority for the Board of Regents to recover collection costs including court costs, attorney fees, and collection agency fees from individuals with repayment obligations

  • Amends K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 74-32,313 and takes effect upon publication in the statute book

Legislative Description

Authorizing the chief executive officer of the state board of regents to negotiate and settle any repayment obligations arising under any scholarship, grant or other financial aid program administered by the board and prohibiting the payment of additional funds to any student who is subject to repayment obligations under such financial aid programs.

Last Action

Senate Hearing: Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 144-S

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/19/2026
Education1/21/2026

Full Bill Text

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