The bill amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 41-311 and K.S.A. 41-2623, which govern the issuance of licenses under the liquor control act in Kansas. Key changes include the addition of provisions that allow the director to issue a license to individuals with felony convictions if the conviction occurred more than ten years prior and the individual has demonstrated sufficient rehabilitation. Additionally, the bill clarifies that certain disqualifications for license issuance, such as those related to the applicant's spouse, do not apply in specific circumstances, such as when the spouse is a law enforcement officer.

The bill also introduces new restrictions on the issuance of licenses to various entities, including corporations and trusts, if any of their officers, directors, or significant stockholders are ineligible for a license. It specifies that no license shall be issued to individuals with beneficial interests in other licensed establishments, with certain exceptions outlined for specific types of licenses. Furthermore, the bill repeals previous statutes K.S.A. 41-2623 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 41-311, indicating a comprehensive update to the licensing framework under the liquor control act.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 41-311, 41-2623
As introduced: 41-311, 41-2623