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HB2653: Requiring the secretary of corrections to assist inmates with obtaining identification and employment-related documentation prior to release from custody.
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Plain-Language Summary
This bill requires the Kansas Secretary of Corrections to help inmates get identification and employment documents before they're released from prison. This assistance aims to make it easier for former inmates to find jobs and reintegrate into society.
Who This Affects
The bill will affect people who are currently incarcerated in Kansas prisons, as well as those who have recently been released and are trying to rebuild their lives.
Key Provisions
• Requires the Secretary of Corrections to assist inmates with obtaining identification documents
• Aims to help former inmates find employment by providing necessary documentation
• Applies to inmates being released from custody
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Timeline
Introduced
Monday, February 2, 2026
Last Action
House Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 9, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
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