House Committee on Transportation 02/12/2026

Committee on Transportation · February 12, 2026

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Chair Sherman opened the hearing and asked committee staff (Chris) to provide an overview of the bills to be considered.

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The Committee on Transportation held hearings on two bills: House Bill 2583, which would require commercial motor vehicle drivers in Kansas to carry specified identification and demonstrate English-language proficiency and establish state fines; and House Bill 2647, which would authorize KDOT to build and manage conduit/microduct for a statewide fiber optic system and create a broadband revolving fund. Testimony included state agency staff, industry groups, and Kansas Highway Patrol enforcement staff.

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