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KS HB2504
Bill
Status
2/18/2026
Primary Sponsor
Commerce, Labor and Economic Development
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AI Summary
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Cities and counties are prohibited from requiring landlords to accept tenants whose income includes federal or other housing assistance program funds for residential or commercial rental properties.
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Local governments cannot restrict landlords from using credit scores, credit reports, eviction history, criminal history, or property damage history when screening prospective tenants.
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Cities and counties may not limit the amount of security deposit a landlord can require or mandate that tenants receive automatic right of first refusal.
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Local governments retain the authority to prohibit landlord discrimination against tenants solely based on their receipt of veterans benefits.
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Takes effect upon publication in the statute book.
Legislative Description
Prohibiting cities and counties from restricting the discretion of landlords not to rent residential or commercial property on grounds including prospective tenants receipt of housing assistance or eviction or criminal history, and permitting cities and counties to prohibit discrimination by landlords on the basis of receipt of veterans benefits.
Last Action
Senate Hearing: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 159-S
3/11/2026