KS SB492

Amends K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 75-4379 to require hiring agencies to report information about law enforcement applicants who appear to have committed crimes to the law enforcement agency with jurisdiction where the crime allegedly occurred.

Requires reporting to licensing/certifying authorities and current/former employers when a currently licensed or employed law enforcement officer applicant appears to have committed a crime or engaged in conduct warranting licensing or certification sanctions.

Maintains existing requirements that applicants for law enforcement positions must execute written waivers authorizing disclosure of their personnel files from previous law enforcement employers within 21 days of request.

Files subject to disclosure include performance reviews, disciplinary actions, internal investigations, complaints, termination documents, background investigations, and early warning information, but exclude medical files and unrelated psychological reports.

Provides liability protection for agencies and employees who comply with disclosure requirements in good faith.