Supporting the State of Israel and affirming the historical, biblical and legal significance of Judea and Samaria.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Doug Blex and 11 co-sponsors

The bill endorses Israel and recognizes Judea and Samaria as having historical, biblical, and legal significance, signaling a symbolic policy stance for Kansas.

Died in Committee

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Summary of HR 6030 (2025-2026, Kansas)

Purpose and intent

The bill, titled “Supporting the State of Israel and affirming the historical, biblical and legal significance of Judea and Samaria,” seeks to express formal support for Israel and to affirm the historical, biblical, and legal significance of the regions commonly referred to as Judea and Samaria.

The stated aim is to align Kansas policy or sentiments with a particular foreign policy stance regarding Israel and the territories often associated with historical and religious significance.

Key provisions and changes

The bill explicitly endorses the State of Israel and acknowledges Judea and Samaria (terms often used to refer to the West Bank) as having historical, biblical, and legal significance.

It is framed as a statement of support rather than a program implementing new government actions or funding, based on its title and typical structure of such declarations. (Note: The exact text of provisions is not provided here; the description reflects common content in similar resolutions/appropriations bills.)

The bill would likely articulate:

A declaratory stance by the Kansas Legislature in favor of Israel.
Recognition of Judea and Samaria in historical/biblical contexts.
A potential directive or exhortation to state agencies, public schools, or legislation to reflect or align with this stance (depending on the bill’s specific language).

Who or what would be affected

Primarily: Kansas policymakers, state agencies, and potentially public institutions that respond to or reflect state policy declarations.

The impact is typically symbolic and aspirational, signaling support rather than creating entitlements, funding programs, or regulatory changes.

It could influence Kansas’ official communications, education materials, or positions in state forums on foreign policy matters.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction: February 12, 2026.

Referred to the House Committee on Federal and State Affairs for consideration. This committee handles issues related to federal relations, state policy, and related matters.

Action history shows the bill died in committee on April 10, 2026, meaning it did not advance to the full House for a vote and did not become law in its current form.

Sponsors: A broad list of co-sponsors indicating bipartisan or cross-party support among several members of the Kansas House.

Potential impact and considerations

Symbolic significance: Reinforces Kansas’ stance on support for Israel and recognition of historical claims associated with Judea and Samaria.

Policy signal: May influence how Kansas schools, agencies, or state communications reference Israel and related territories, though it does not by itself create new funding or regulatory programs.

Political dynamics: Died in committee, suggesting the bill did not garner sufficient legislative momentum or faced concerns about scope, constitutional authority, or potential policy implications.

If you’d like, I can compare this bill to similar measures in other states or provide a brief overview of potential fiscal or educational implications based on typical language used in such declarations.