SB444: Authorizing interior inspections of residential property without the consent of the occupant pursuant to an administrative warrant or if there is probable cause of imminent danger related to health and safety and allowing cities to abate certain interior code violations or delegate such authority to the county.

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This bill allows government officials to inspect homes without permission if there's a serious health or safety issue. It also lets cities fix certain problems inside homes and pass that responsibility to the county.

Who This Affects

Homeowners in Kansas who have serious health or safety issues, such as mold or structural damage, may be affected by this bill. Cities and counties will also be impacted as they decide how to use these new powers.

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Introduced

Sunday, February 1, 2026

Last Action

Senate Referred to Committee on Local Government, Transparency and Ethics

Feb 2, 2026

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