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KS SB261

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Federal and State Affairs

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Director of Alcoholic Beverage Control to issue retailer's licenses under the Kansas Liquor Control Act to individuals with certain federal felony convictions

  • Requires the felony conviction to be non-violent and to have occurred more than 10 years prior to the license application, with the applicant having completed all sentencing requirements

  • Mandates the director determine the applicant has been "sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant the public trust" before issuing a license

  • Extends the same eligibility exception to drinking establishment licenses and caterer's licenses under the Club and Drinking Establishment Act

  • Amends K.S.A. 41-311 and K.S.A. 41-2623, taking effect upon publication in the statute book

Legislative Description

Authorizing the director of alcoholic beverage control to issue certain licenses to persons convicted of certain felonies if such conviction is more than 10 years old.

Last Action

Senate Hearing: Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:30 AM Room 144-S

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Federal and State Affairs2/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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