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David Weese summarized the substitute, noting it would add a new section of law to prohibit agencies from acting on such Medicaid changes unless the legislature “expressly consents to such action.” The provision would not affect any state plan amendment or waiver already implemented before July 1, 2025. The substitute also broadened language so the requirement could apply to other public assistance program changes included in prior amendments.

Committee members later adopted an amendment to address how agencies should proceed when the legislature is not in session. The amendment requires agencies to make a formal request to the Legislative Coordinating Council (LCC). The LCC must meet and respond within 14 calendar days. The LCC may approve a waiver, or it may designate a standing or special committee to review the request and make recommendations to the LCC.

Senators expressed mixed views. The chair moved the content substitution and the motion was seconded; a subsequent motion to adopt the LCC time‑frame amendment passed. Senator Holscher said she appreciated the amendment but continued to have “overall concerns with the bill in terms of adding inefficiencies and just impeding the state's ability to respond to potential crises.” The committee voted to pass the substitute as amended.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Senate Committee on Government Efficiency 03/17/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The committee adopted a substitute for House Bill 2,240, replacing its contents with language from Senate Bill 161 that requires the legislature’s express consent for Medicaid plan amendments, demonstrations or waivers that expand coverage or would increase state costs.","taxTitle","Committee on Government Efficiency , Standing, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Kansas","taxId",77835,"location","Kansas","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6634855,"Committee advances bill to require local reporting of economic development incentives to Commerce (House Bill 2304)",384,1316875,1701100,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5&start=1316&end=1701","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5/thumbnail_1316875.jpg","/articles/6634855/Kansas/Committee-advances-bill-to-require-local-reporting-of-economic-development-incentives-to-Commerce-House-Bill-2304","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6634855-70521d28d54b4cf55f98126bf66e1aac/orig.mp4?Expires=1775389572&Signature=Yq7wPELy0bZdGiBTonarWDTvKhulbGnZheCFg5A3YvEKCW60xvYtYqOV~FdVh9JejPrbAEqQmmXCSKWRel5S9gEYZOwHt0U5soDPMVl1i0wrBroIN4eAP2Jp1DH9Z8Du4~kC1BJvabdX-LKNfKsoM35vNACuGvqEVQHG35GJH1w1GhbVsSpPTqq0JkL8ol3PfP0agjiGTTcURBTE4KDW2k2ooVqRBLuABe7D128aSJ~m7lcd2S9FKw-l80-nUjYkOUh3xV4JhQrAYFIxBg5ZFVjO8h12NmzGZm28wneCSxSdU8~h3CTtEzgGpOoBaGRsYjTYQ1CwKTp91fMtroUb6g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Committee on Government Efficiency approved House Bill 2,304 as amended, a bill requiring local governments to report economic development incentive programs and related data to the Secretary of Commerce, which must maintain a searchable public database.

David Weese, the committee reviser, summarized that the bill “require[s] that certain reports from local governments concerning local economic development incentive programs” be submitted to the Secretary of Commerce and posted in a searchable database. The text incorporates definitions of covered programs and timelines for reporting.

Senator Thomas offered an amendment to clarify language in the bill’s definition section and to extend the deadline for reporting executed economic development plans from 30 days to 45 days; he said the change reflected direct feedback from the city of Overland Park. Weese confirmed the amendment clarifies the definition and changes the reporting timeline to 45 days.

Senator Holscher asked about fiscal impacts; Weese referenced an earlier fiscal note on the introduced version that carried a state fiscal note of $189,000 and noted that House amendments could affect that estimate. Senator Thomas noted the Department of Commerce requested two FTEs at a cost of $189,000 on the fiscal note and suggested reallocating existing FTEs as one way to reduce state cost. Senator Thompson emphasized the need for transparency in order to “get an arm around” how much the state, counties and municipalities subsidize development.

Senator Thompson moved the bill as amended; Senator Thomas seconded. The motion carried on a voice vote.

Committee discussion identified transparency of local tax incentives (TIF, IRBs and similar instruments) as the bill’s principal aim and noted uncertainty about local fiscal impacts if the Department of Commerce needs new staff to operate the database.","House Bill 2,304, as amended, would require local governments to report economic development incentive awards to the Secretary of Commerce for posting in a searchable database; the amendment extends the reporting deadline from 30 to 45 days and clarifies the definition of covered incentives.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6634860,"Committee approves ban on local guaranteed‑income programs unless legislature consents (House Bill 2101)",96,1194140,1291080,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5&start=1194&end=1291","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5/thumbnail_1194140.jpg","/articles/6634860/Kansas/Committee-approves-ban-on-local-guaranteedincome-programs-unless-legislature-consents-House-Bill-2101","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6634860-e60b9c9b808ea0930d7f20844c565760/orig.mp4?Expires=1775389572&Signature=lqfdLymOgiAxhgIZ5z7zeSxB-7nkbQcsuJK7E4Bi0Qe4b~nWnJ0G4FEToefv5ulefFNGlRH2CPvsFwta-4IgSzd~UxUH0o2FFom~6bxtGSbI7zH5c-4rbP7btE3C-oFNMI-iSgDhHnaQ03fH4z17ZCRf8QcTVPv0FtVvtlBQ-7Xmpdjv6QJ~F-Nz~6riCtz-iZpySLKoKZRCSezCb1CJVySo8LHyOk3P-gPvRs0ceq1RrhiSuab~GNn0LlK8qrR89KJHPckIRbGwuhHfBVkvvaog6C5uT4OX1v8TUsRROPTeO1qe912KF2v5G5J90l~WYJVyN1~0gUuUjpKKW32Yhg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Committee on Government Efficiency voted to advance House Bill 2,101, a measure that would bar a city or county from adopting an ordinance or resolution establishing a guaranteed income program funded with tax revenue unless the legislature expressly consents.

David Weese, the reviser, told the committee the bill “would adopt a new section that prohibits a city or county from adopting an ordinance or resolution establishing a guaranteed income program that uses tax revenue unless the legislature expressly consents to, such a program.” The bill also declares any ordinance in effect before the bill’s effective date null and void and provides a definition for “guaranteed income program.”

Senator Murphy moved the bill out of committee; Senator Thompson seconded the motion. Senator Holscher spoke in opposition, saying the proposal “concerns me because we have a tendency to want to overstep local control at times,” and noting that testimony suggested the issue “isn't even an issue” in localities. The committee took a voice vote and the motion carried.

Under the bill’s definition, a “guaranteed income program” is a program that is expressly required by federal law or regulation and “provides individuals with regular periodic cash payments.”

The committee’s approval sends the bill forward for further consideration by the legislature.","The Committee on Government Efficiency approved House Bill 2,101, which would bar cities and counties from adopting guaranteed‑income programs funded by tax revenue unless the legislature expressly consents; the bill would void local ordinances enacted before the bill's effective date.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6634865,"Conferee urges spending limits, zero-based budgeting and independent efficiency audits",457,160,457370,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5&start=0&end=457","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5/thumbnail_160.jpg","/articles/6634865/Kansas/Conferee-urges-spending-limits-zero-based-budgeting-and-independent-efficiency-audits","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6634865-de8ef4f7e52b2c8df2a251318b376773/orig.mp4?Expires=1775389572&Signature=lnDJd8ChK7eXvCHLWnEm7zWZ8qBW3WzMbzquHVxgKravjHvi5ju2dDLLmOsFRGnVd80X6v0Pyw2rOaRFyhbgwvEm29huLglTrbjPlz2Vi9OuRN4tjKvoWtvx2KsEfRhYWqu3C9Ku2rvZzyXxWSFzTinN1XNODmP-eHHiyHOaj2JAiPb~TJ9Fs4i-L7Jh-GNCyI~~QW4MPlfts9HPImpl5l9fcNt-Q3DmC-pntV75~VXsijrUbZwfEQPayahuUwfq03O3zOTUZLuLYAi-uUEA7tqt58WjLoLOW~xkJHsOYXmgly~gsrboMGbF7aKmvTMWMqJPxTc2P2GU80qDTliNkg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dr. Vance Ginn, a conferee before the Committee on Government Efficiency, told legislators the state should adopt a “responsible Kansas budget” that limits total spending to no more than population growth plus inflation and use that cap to prioritize spending.

Ginn said such a cap would “allow for a macro growth rate” so education, Medicaid or other priorities can grow but the total budget would not exceed what the average taxpayer can afford. He described the Colorado Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) as “kind of the gold standard” for spending limits and said Texas and Florida offer other useful budgeting models.

The presentation emphasized several reforms that Ginn urged the committee to consider: annual budget analyses during interims, zero‑based and priority‑based budgeting to avoid “budget inertia,” independent efficiency audits, and a mechanism to penalize agencies that do not comply with performance‑based budgeting. Ginn recommended a potential 5% cut for agencies that fail to meet performance requirements as one enforcement option. He also stressed care about dependence on federal funds, saying federal cuts to programs such as Medicaid could materially affect the state budget.

Ginn pointed to administrative consolidations used in other states, noting Utah’s “one‑door” approach that co‑locates workforce and health and human services functions to improve access and reduce duplication. He suggested the committee could review Senate Bill 99-type proposals that measure vacant positions to assess whether long‑unfilled FTEs should be eliminated.

Committee members pressed Ginn on practical markers for measuring program effectiveness and on how a 90‑day legislative session would accommodate deeper budget work. Senator Shane asked what objective markers other states use; Ginn answered that first identifying program goals and then measuring outcomes against those goals is fundamental. Senator Thompson raised concern about the committee’s capacity to “dive in” and asked whether to start by agencies or programs; Ginn said inviting agency heads for line‑by‑line review, as done at the Office of Management and Budget, is a proven approach.

The chair thanked Ginn for his presentation and opened the floor to the committee’s legislative work.","Dr. Vance Ginn presented recommendations including a state spending limit tied to population growth plus inflation, zero‑based and performance budgeting, independent efficiency audits, and reduced reliance on federal funds.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6634846,"Committee adopts compromise to limit kids matching grant program, add sunset and audit changes (Substitute for Senate Bill 281)",414,2030929,2445885,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5&start=2030&end=2445","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2661842-1e48bf14d627b70605275c6748040ee5/thumbnail_2030929.jpg","/articles/6634846/Kansas/Committee-adopts-compromise-to-limit-kids-matching-grant-program-add-sunset-and-audit-changes-Substitute-for-Senate-Bill-281","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6634846-07e80c902aced917107e3c352d5db65d/orig.mp4?Expires=1775389572&Signature=oWka5jW9DXI7s50RETaWvLOGi62Ba9uW0HwQ5ugDZgFACYaJZUcYpE-bhQsRuL1I1IgMBCnUJCeuzcgmz4SVRVT9ERL0zIm5hmxs7mEmc8mLuv1s33dpluf-ZbviZN8m-zuHJVHkNErWMOAbvlvjiSN3cEsrP8JC-N2UxSqj1AeSzAMrForSbgErREQeFLa8sDopfUkQxI3NCJEv5s6hAo8GjTlX01AwIzcYWpr5HMhBLZlndDhcOLGZzNQMnxXT-iDEc8wFyJA2scfRZ0spxj1dP0snVfcXfWW~1~cUZSOFhOaMQ4ybowhejKF~916rW5SUPTkUbL~S6z~CoYFPFw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Committee on Government Efficiency adopted and passed a substitute for Senate Bill 281 that preserves the existing kids matching grant program but makes several changes negotiated by stakeholders.

Tamara Lawrence summarized the proposed substitute and said it would retain the kids matching grant program but set a three‑year sunset, limiting the program to calendar years 2025, 2026 and 2027, reduce the number of approved applications from 1,200 to 1,000 and bar the treasurer from accepting applications in calendar 2028 and beyond. The substitute also narrows audit requirements: instead of auditing all withdrawals of matching funds, the treasurer would be required to audit 10 withdrawals, with audit procedures and penalties specified in the substitute.

Tom Treacy of the treasurer’s office told the committee that a three‑year sunset and a limited random‑audit approach would reduce administrative burden. He said the office spends about 850 man‑hours checking receipts for the program and that historically the program has never exceeded about 1,000 applicants; he said the office’s average recent yearly applicant count was about 708. Treacy said roughly 99% of withdrawals reviewed have been mistakes or misunderstandings and that a combination of the audit threat and penalties should be sufficient.

Committee members noted stakeholder support for the compromise; Lawrence said Interhab and a previously opposed witness, Nick Novelli, now support the substitute. Senator Murphy moved adoption of the substitute; Senator Shane seconded. The substitute was adopted and the committee then voted to pass the substitute favorably out of committee.","The committee adopted a substitute for Senate Bill 281 that keeps the kids matching grant program but limits it to calendar years 2025–2027, reduces total slots from 1,200 to 1,000, and limits post‑withdrawal audits to 10 random audits rather than auditing every withdrawal.","actionData","errors"]

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Committee adopts substitute requiring legislative approval for Medicaid expansions, with interim LCC process (Substitute for House Bill 2,240)

Committee advances bill to require local reporting of economic development incentives to Commerce (House Bill 2304)

Committee approves ban on local guaranteed‑income programs unless legislature consents (House Bill 2101)

Conferee urges spending limits, zero-based budgeting and independent efficiency audits

Committee adopts compromise to limit kids matching grant program, add sunset and audit changes (Substitute for Senate Bill 281)