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KS SB335

Bill

Status

Passed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tim Shallenburger

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • All public construction contracts in Kansas must include a mutual waiver of consequential damages between the public entity and contractor

  • Waived damages for owners include rental expenses, loss of use, income, profit, financing, business reputation, and loss of management/employee productivity

  • Waived damages for contractors include principal office expenses, personnel compensation, losses of financing, business, reputation, and lost profits (except anticipated profit arising directly from the construction)

  • Owners may still claim liquidated damages and contractors may still claim extended general conditions and direct damages from delays

  • Contract language conflicting with these requirements is void, and the statutory provisions control over any contrary contract terms

Legislative Description

Requiring public construction contracts to include a mutual waiver of consequential damages.

Last Action

Senate Approved by Governor on Thursday, March 12, 2026

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce, Labor and Economic Development2/18/2026
Commerce1/16/2026

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