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SB 527

Authorizing the secretary of corrections on behalf of the state of Kansas to convey certain real property located in Leavenworth county, Kansas, to Leavenworth county.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Kansas authorizes transfer of state-owned Leavenworth County property to county government, shifting management responsibility and associated costs.

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Bill Summary · SB 527

Legislative bill overview

SB 527 authorizes Kansas's Secretary of Corrections to transfer ownership of state-controlled real property in Leavenworth County to Leavenworth County government. The bill is currently in committee review following its recent introduction and has a hearing scheduled for March 10, 2026.

Why is this important

Property transfers between state and local governments can affect tax revenue, land use planning, and service delivery in counties. The outcome determines whether the state or county bears responsibility and costs for managing these Leavenworth County assets going forward.

Potential points of contention

  • Property value and tax implications: County assumption of state property may affect local tax assessments and revenue, or conversely, remove taxable property from county rolls if the transfer involves corrections facilities or other exempt uses
  • Maintenance and liability obligations: Transferring property shifts financial responsibility for upkeep, repairs, and potential environmental liabilities from the state to the county
  • Lack of public detail: The bill text provides no specifics on which property, acreage, or current uses are involved, making full impact assessment difficult without additional documentation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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