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SB459: Removing the prisoner review board from the supervision of the secretary of corrections, changing the appointing authority and creating qualifications for the members of the board and requiring parole hearings to be postponed if proper notice of the public comment session is not made to the victim.
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Plain-Language Summary
This bill changes how the Prisoner Review Board works. It removes the board from being overseen by the Secretary of Corrections and sets new rules for who is on the board.
Who This Affects
Victims of crimes in Kansas may be affected if they are not properly notified about public comment sessions related to parole hearings.
Key Provisions
• Removes supervision of the Prisoner Review Board from the Secretary of Corrections
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Timeline
Introduced
Monday, February 2, 2026
Last Action
Senate Approved by Governor on Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
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