HB2465: Enacting the professionals' freedom of expression act to provide protection for professionals and businesses against adverse action as a result of an expression of beliefs of such professional or business that is unrelated to such profession or business.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill aims to protect professionals and businesses from negative consequences if they express personal beliefs that aren't related to their work.

Who This Affects

Kansans who are professionals or business owners may be affected by this law. It could impact people in various industries, such as healthcare, education, or finance.

Key Provisions

• Provides protection against adverse action for expressing unrelated personal beliefs • Applies to both professionals and businesses • Does not specify what constitutes 'unrelated' beliefs

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Introduced

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Last Action

House Stricken from Calendar by Rule 1507

Feb 18, 2026

HB2465: Enacting the professionals' freedom of expression act to provide protection for professionals and businesses against adverse action as a result of an expression of beliefs of such professional or business that is unrelated to such profession or business.

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