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SB 315

Substitute for SB 315 by Committee on Ways and Means - Making and concerning supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2026 and appropriations for fiscal years 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030 for various state agencies, authorizing certain capital improvement projects and fees, authorizing certain transfers.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rick Billinger

SB 315 appropriates state funds across Kansas agencies for FY2026-2028, including capital projects and fee authorizations, with details pending committee review.

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Bill Summary · SB 315

Legislative bill overview

SB 315 is a budget appropriations bill allocating state funds across multiple agencies for fiscal years 2026-2028. It authorizes supplemental spending for FY2026 and regular appropriations for FY2027-2028, including funding for capital improvement projects, fee adjustments, and inter-agency fund transfers.

Why is this important

Budget bills directly determine which state programs receive funding and at what levels, affecting everything from education and healthcare to infrastructure and public safety. This multi-year appropriations framework sets spending priorities and financial constraints for state government operations through 2028.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of specificity in bill summary: Without detailed line items, it's unclear which agencies receive increases/decreases and whether priorities align with legislative priorities
  • Capital projects funding: Questions may arise about which specific infrastructure projects are authorized and whether they represent necessary investments or fiscal excess
  • Fee authorizations: Increases or new fees could affect businesses and citizens; clarity needed on which fees are affected and justification for changes
  • Transfer authorities: Broad transfer powers between agencies could obscure actual spending and reduce legislative oversight of how funds are ultimately used

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

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