2026 Legislative Hub

The ACLU of Kansas is never busier than when the Legislature is in session. Whether independently or with our partners in diverse coalitions spanning across the state, we work to defend, protect, and expand civil liberties for all Kansans through the legislative process. Follow along here on our 2026 Legislative Hub, where we'll include weekly recaps, key bill summaries, toolkits, and more.

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Legislation
Feb 20, 2026
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  • Voting Rights

Punishing and Purging Voters for Inactivity

Unnecessarily expanding voter-purge mechanisms.
Status: Passed House
Position: Oppose
Legislation
Jan 26, 2026
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  • Voting Rights

Compounding Barriers to Ballot Return Assistance

Requiring a person transmitting or delivering a ballot on behalf of another voter to include such person's driver's license number in the written statement on the ballot envelope.
Status: Passed committee
Position: Oppose
Legislation
Feb 17, 2026
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  • Criminal Legal Reform

Youth Confinement Expansion

Expanding the use of juvenile detention and an increased commitment to correctional facilities.
Status: Passed House
Position: Oppose
Legislation
Jan 28, 2026
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  • Voting Rights

Citizenship on ID's

Requiring citizenship status be listed on driver's licenses.
Status: Pending
Position: Oppose