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KS SB338

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Education

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends K.S.A. 72-4345 to explicitly include home schools within the definition of "private elementary or secondary school" for purposes of nonaccredited school regulations
  • Defines "home school" as a nonaccredited nonpublic school where a parent or person acting as parent directs the private instruction of their child
  • Home schools meeting this definition would satisfy Kansas compulsory school attendance laws without requiring state board of education accreditation
  • Takes effect upon publication in the statute book

Legislative Description

Including a home school within the definition of private elementary and secondary school and defining home school.

Last Action

Senate Hearing: Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 144-S

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/16/2026

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