KS HB2495

Counties may adopt resolutions to regulate activities on or within navigable rivers (Arkansas, Kansas, and Missouri rivers, including dried channels) for purposes of protecting public health, safety, and welfare

Regulated activities include camping, disposal of personal property or waste, and vehicle operation on these rivers

Expands the criminal trespass statute (K.S.A. 21-5808) by removing the word "nonnavigable" from the definition of body of water, effectively adding navigable rivers to places where trespass can occur

Criminal trespass remains a class B nonperson misdemeanor, with violations involving restraining orders requiring a minimum 48 consecutive hours of imprisonment

Amends K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 19-101a and K.S.A. 21-5808; takes effect upon publication in the statute book