The Kansas Land and Military Installation Protection Act is designed to protect specific real properties and military installations in Kansas by prohibiting foreign entities from countries identified as concerns, such as China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela, from acquiring interests in these properties. The bill mandates that foreign principals from these nations cannot benefit from economic development programs and must register any interest in real property located within 100 miles of military installations. It also empowers the fusion center oversight board to adjust the list of foreign terrorist organizations, which can be classified as countries of concern. The Attorney General is given the authority to investigate violations and enforce compliance, including seeking court orders for divestiture.

In addition to these provisions, the bill amends existing laws regarding property forfeiture, specifying that property can only be forfeited for felony offenses, with exceptions for owners unaware of illegal conduct. It also introduces regulations that prevent governmental agencies from purchasing drones or components from the aforementioned countries, while allowing the continued use of existing components acquired before July 1, 2025. The bill defines key terms related to drone technology and repeals certain sections of current law to streamline the legal framework. It is set to take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 58-2011
H Sub for: 60-4104, 60-4106
{As Amended by House Committee of the Whole}: 60-4104, 60-4106
Enrolled: 60-4104, 60-4106