The bill mandates that all postsecondary educational institutions in Kansas must regularly review and update their accreditation policies by December 31, 2025. Institutions are required to identify accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and ensure their policies facilitate the pursuit of accreditation from these agencies. The bill also prohibits accrediting agencies from forcing institutions to violate state law, establishing that any adverse actions taken against institutions for compliance with state law will be deemed a violation. Institutions adversely affected by such violations are granted the right to pursue civil action against the accrediting agency.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to update definitions related to educational institutions, specifically removing references to the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and replacing them with a requirement for accreditation by agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. It also clarifies terms related to the Kansas comprehensive grant program and the Kansas retailers' sales tax act, modernizing language and ensuring definitions align with current practices. The bill introduces new definitions for sales tax-related terms and specifies that delivery charges will not be included in the sales price if separately stated on invoices after July 1, 2023. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance clarity, inclusivity, and compliance within Kansas's educational and tax frameworks.

Statutes affected:
As Amended by House Committee: 74-3201b, 8-1, 13-13a46, 58-3046a, 74-32, 79-3602
Enrolled: 74-3201b, 8-1, 13-13a46, 58-3046a, 74-32, 79-3602