The bill amends the state governmental ethics law in Kansas, specifically addressing the acceptance of gifts, economic opportunities, and reimbursements for state officers and employees. Key changes include the clarification that state officers and employees may accept reimbursements for actual expenses incurred while attending meetings, programs, and activities sponsored by certain nonprofit organizations, as well as international organizations, provided these organizations do not engage in lobbying in Kansas. The bill also specifies that hospitality in the form of food and beverages is generally presumed not to be given to influence official duties unless tied to a specific course of action.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions regarding the acceptance of free or discounted access to entertainment and sporting events, allowing such acceptance if it is clear that the offer is not made to influence the recipient's official position. The bill repeals existing sections of K.S.A. 46-237 and 46-237a, consolidating and updating the regulations surrounding ethical conduct for state officers and employees. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance transparency and ethical standards in state government while allowing for reasonable reimbursements and gifts under specified conditions.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 75-7245, 76-711, 75-7203
Sub: 75-7206, 75-7206a, 45-215
S Sub for Sub: 46-237, 46-237a
Enrolled: 46-237, 46-237a