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KS SB443
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dinah Sykes
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AI Summary
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Landlords may only file residential evictions for specific causes: unauthorized entry, holding over after lease expiration, nonpayment of rent, material lease violations (after notice), nuisance conduct interfering with quiet enjoyment, or negligent property damage
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Eviction petitions must include the written rental agreement, the notice to vacate served on the tenant, and all exhibits the landlord intends to use at trial; failure to include these documents results in case dismissal
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Tenants must receive a copy of the petition, response instructions, and a blank answer form with self-represented litigant certification when served with the summons
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Eliminates the requirement that tenants post a bond covering potential damages and rent as a condition for receiving a continuance in eviction proceedings
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Amends K.S.A. 61-3801, 61-3804, 61-3805, and 61-3807; takes effect upon publication in the statute book
Legislative Description
Requiring cause for evictions from residential property, modifying the petition and notice requirements for eviction cases and removing the requirement to post bond before the court may grant a continuance.
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary
2/3/2026