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SB 473KANSASSession 2025-2026State BillSigned into law

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Kansas authorizes Audubon of Kansas to convey property in Wabaunsee County subject to historical society review

Original title: AN ACT concerning real property; relating to the conveyance of certain property in Wabaunsee county; authorizing Audubon of Kansas to convey such property; requiring any deeds and conveyances related to such property be reviewed and approved by the state historical society; amending K.S.A. 75-2731 and repealing the existing section.

Last action · March 27, 2026: Approved by Governor on Friday, March 27, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Audubon of Kansas is authorized to convey certain real estate in Wabaunsee County, provided that any deeds and conveyances receive prior review and approval by the state historical society. The legislation amends K.S.A. 75-2731 and repeals the existing section.

Why it matters

Determines the legal ownership, transfer restrictions, and oversight requirements for approximately 30 acres of real estate in Wabaunsee County.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Audubon of Kansas

Audubon of Kansas is granted authority to convey certain real estate subject to review and approval requirements.

Directly affected

state historical society

The state historical society is assigned the responsibility of reviewing and approving deeds and conveyances related to the property.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who must review and approve deeds for the property conveyances?

The state historical society must review and approve any deeds and conveyances related to the property.

What statute is amended by this act?

K.S.A. 75-2731 is amended and the existing section is repealed.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Signed into law.

Procedural history

16 actions

Mar 27, 2026SenateEnrolled
Approved by Governor on Friday, March 27, 2026
Mar 20, 2026Senate
Enrolled and presented to Governor on Friday, March 20, 2026
Mar 17, 2026House
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Mar 17, 2026HouseFloor
Final Action - Passed
Mar 16, 2026House
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Mar 12, 2026House
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Mar 11, 2026HouseFloor
Committee Report recommending bill be passed and placed on Consent Calendar by
Mar 4, 2026House
Hearing: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 3:30 PM — Room 112-N
Feb 18, 2026HouseIntroduced
Received and Introduced
Feb 18, 2026HouseCommittee
Referred to House Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources
Feb 17, 2026Senate
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Feb 17, 2026SenateFloor
Consent Calendar Passed
Feb 11, 2026SenateFloor
Committee Report recommending bill be passed and placed on Consent Calendar by
Feb 10, 2026Senate
Hearing: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 8:30 AM — Room 144-S
Feb 5, 2026SenateCommittee
Referred to Senate Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources
Feb 4, 2026SenateIntroduced
Introduced

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