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KS HB2627
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Veterans and Military
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AI Summary
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Expands Kansas's permissive hiring preference for private employers from veterans only to also include current servicemembers (National Guard and reserve forces members stationed in Kansas) and their spouses
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Servicemembers must be Kansas residents, stationed in Kansas, and current members in good standing of the U.S. Army/Air National Guard or reserve forces to qualify
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Eligible spouses must be married to a servicemember or active duty military member who resides and is stationed in Kansas
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Private employers choosing to adopt the preference must maintain a written policy applied consistently to all initial hiring decisions
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Servicemembers must submit evidence of current military membership and Kansas duty station; spouses must provide proof of marriage, spouse's military membership, and Kansas residency
Legislative Description
Expanding permissive preference in private employment to include current servicemembers and eligible spouses.
Last Action
Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Senate Select Committee on Veterans Affairs
3/16/2026