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KS SB234
Bill
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Federal and State Affairs
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AI Summary
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Medical and research facilities receiving state funds are prohibited from using genetic sequencers or genetic analysis software produced by foreign adversaries including China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela (Maduro regime), and Syria
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Prohibited equipment that cannot be permanently disabled must be removed and replaced with compliant alternatives
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Facilities may request reimbursement from the state treasurer for the cost of replacing prohibited equipment and software, with requests due by October 1, 2025
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The governor, in consultation with the adjutant general, may designate additional entities as foreign adversaries
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The law takes effect upon publication in the statute book and includes a severability clause protecting remaining provisions if any portion is found unconstitutional
Legislative Description
Prohibiting the use of genetic sequencers or operational software used for genetic analysis that is produced in a foreign adversary.
Last Action
Senate Hearing: Thursday, March 13, 2025, 10:30 AM Room 144-S
3/13/2025