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SB 201

Providing for a homestead property tax exemption for certain veterans and former law enforcement officers with service-connected disabilities.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Patrick Schmidt

Kansas bill exempts homes from property taxes for veterans and former law enforcement with service-connected disabilities, reducing their annual tax burden.

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Bill Summary · SB 201

Legislative bill overview

SB 201 creates a homestead property tax exemption in Kansas for veterans and former law enforcement officers who have service-connected disabilities. The exemption would reduce property tax obligations for eligible homeowners based on their disability status and military or law enforcement service.

Why is this important

Property taxes represent a significant ongoing expense for homeowners, and this bill targets financial relief for individuals whose disabilities are directly connected to their service. For those on fixed or limited incomes due to service-related injuries, this exemption could provide meaningful household budget relief.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism unclear: The bill's fiscal impact on local school districts and county budgets is not yet defined—determining whether the state reimburses lost tax revenue or if local governments absorb the cost
  • Scope definition: Questions remain about what qualifies as "service-connected disability," the required disability rating threshold, and whether all discharge statuses are included
  • Equity considerations: Some may argue similar exemptions should apply to civilians with disabilities or raise questions about why law enforcement receives veteran-equivalent treatment

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

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