urging the U.S. Congress to fully fund the federal government's original funding promise under the individuals with disabilities education act

2025-2026 Regular Session

Kansas urges Congress to fully fund the federal IDEA promises, seeking stronger federal support for special education nationwide.

Died in Committee

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Overview

HR 6032 is a Kansas state bill introduced in the 2025-2026 session that urges the U.S. Congress to fully fund the federal government’s original funding promise under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The measure appears to be a formal resolution or petition-type bill seeking action at the federal level rather than creating new state program authority or imposing new state requirements.

Purpose and intent

The primary objective is to advocate for the federal government to fulfill its original funding commitments under IDEA.

It seeks to express the Legislature’s position that federal IDEA funding should be fully funded as originally promised, addressing concerns about underfunding over time.

The bill aims to influence federal policy by sending a message to Congress and federal agencies about the Kansas Legislature’s stance on IDEA adequacy.

Key provisions and changes (what the bill would do)

Legislative urging and resolution: The bill likely functions as a formal expression of the state’s position, urging the U.S. Congress to increase or restore federal funding levels for IDEA to match the originally promised amounts.

No direct state appropriation: Based on typical “urging Congress to fund” language, the bill does not appear to authorize or require state expenditures or create new state programs.

Requests to federal action: The bill would direct Kansas legislators and possibly state agencies to advocate for full IDEA funding in federal appropriations and policy discussions.

Who/what would be affected

Federal funding for IDEA: The target subject is federal fiscal policy and appropriations affecting IDEA grants to states.

Kansas education stakeholders: Students with disabilities, families, and school districts in Kansas would be affected indirectly through potential increases in IDEA funding at the federal level, which could influence state and local special education services.

Kansas Legislature and state officials: The Legislature would formally communicate its position to federal lawmakers, potentially shaping legislative dialogue and advocacy efforts.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction: The bill was introduced on February 17, 2026.

Referral: It was referred to the House Committee on Taxation on February 18, 2026.

Committee action: The bill remained in committee and subsequently died.

Status: Died in Committee as of April 10, 2026, meaning it did not advance to a floor vote or become law.

Potential impact and considerations

Policy impact: As a non-binding urging resolution, the bill signals Kansas’s stance but does not enact changes in state law or budget.

Political and advocacy effect: By taking a formal stance, it could inform Kansas’s congressional delegation and align state messaging with disability rights advocates advocating for full IDEA funding.

Practical effect on IDEA funding: Any effect would depend on federal legislative action following the bill’s urging; the bill itself does not mandate or authorize changes at the state level.

Summary

HR 6032 is a Kansas bill that publicly urges the U.S. Congress to fully fund the federal government’s original IDEA funding promises. It reflects a demand for increased federal support for special education nationwide, with intended indirect benefits to Kansas students with disabilities. The measure advanced to committee but did not progress, ultimately dying in committee on April 10, 2026.