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HB 2653KANSASSession 2025-2026State BillSigned into law
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Kansas requires corrections department to secure ID and work documents for inmates prior to release

Original title: AN ACT concerning the secretary of corrections; relating to release of offenders; requiring the secretary to assist inmates with obtaining identification and employment-related documentation prior to release from custody.

Last action · April 9, 2026: Engrossed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Kansas Secretary of Corrections must assist inmates within nine months of release in obtaining essential identification and employment documentation, including birth certificates, Social Security cards, state IDs or driver's licenses, work records, and resumes.

Why it matters

Inmates released from Kansas state custody will receive necessary identification and employment records to transition into the workforce, unless they are transferred to another jurisdiction or are physically or mentally unable to work.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

inmates

Inmates scheduled for release will receive assistance in obtaining identification cards, birth certificates, social security cards, work records, and resumes.

Directly affected

secretary of corrections

The secretary is mandated to identify missing documents, coordinate with state agencies, and provide specified identification and employment records prior to an inmate's release.

Directly affected

state agencies

State agencies must coordinate with the secretary of corrections to help obtain required documentation on behalf of inmates.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does the secretary of corrections have to start gathering documents for an inmate?
The secretary must identify and help secure necessary documentation within nine months prior to the inmate's release from custody.
Are all inmates eligible for this pre-release documentation assistance?
No. The provisions do not apply to inmates released to another jurisdiction's , or those who are physically or mentally unable to return to the workforce.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Signed into law.

Procedural history

22 actions
  1. Apr 9, 2026House
    Engrossed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026
  2. Apr 9, 2026House
    Enrolled and presented to Governor on Friday, April 3, 2026
  3. Apr 9, 2026HouseEnrolled
    Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 9, 2026
  4. Mar 27, 2026House
    Concurred with amendments in conference
  5. Mar 24, 2026SenateFloor
    Motion to accede adopted; Senator Warren, Senator Titus, Senator Corson, , appointed as conferees
  6. Mar 23, 2026House
    Nonconcurred with amendments; Conference Committee requested; appointed , and
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  1. Mar 19, 2026SenateFloor
    Final Action - Passed as amended
  2. Mar 18, 2026Senate
    Committee of the Whole - Now working on
  3. Mar 18, 2026SenateFloor
    Committee of the Whole - Committee Report be adopted
  4. Mar 18, 2026SenateFloor
    Committee of the Whole - Be passed as amended
  5. Mar 3, 2026SenateFloor
    Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by
  6. Feb 26, 2026Senate
    Hearing: Thursday, February 26, 2026, 10:30 AM — Room 346-S
  7. Feb 17, 2026SenateCommittee
    Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary
  8. Feb 16, 2026House
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  9. Feb 16, 2026HouseFloor
    Final Action - Passed
  10. Feb 16, 2026SenateIntroduced
    Received and Introduced
  11. Feb 12, 2026House
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  12. Feb 11, 2026House
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  13. Feb 10, 2026HouseFloor
    Committee Report recommending bill be passed and placed on Consent Calendar by
  14. Feb 9, 2026House
    Hearing: Monday, February 9, 2026, 1:30 PM — Room 546-S
  15. Feb 3, 2026HouseIntroduced
    Introduced
  16. Feb 3, 2026HouseCommittee
    Referred to House Committee on Corrections and Juvenile Justice

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Connected Entities

Secretary of Corrections
OrganizationSecretary of Corrections“Kansas official responsible for inmate custody and release assistance”Map →

Sources

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www.kslegislature.gov

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