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HB2601: Establishing a registry for child abuse and neglect to be maintained by the secretary for children and families, providing for registration and expungement processes that include administrative hearings and opportunities for subsequent appeals, requiring reports of abuse or neglect to include information regarding a custody dispute concerning the child who is the subject of the report and directing the secretary to submit a report to the legislature on such information.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill creates a registry for child abuse and neglect cases. It outlines processes for registering and expunging records, including administrative hearings and appeals.

Who This Affects

Families who have experienced child abuse or neglect in Kansas will be affected by this bill. The registry and related processes aim to provide transparency and accountability.

Key Provisions

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Timeline

Introduced

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Last Action

House Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 9, 2026

Apr 8, 2026

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