This bill amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-460, which pertains to the rules of evidence regarding hearsay. The primary change expands the exception to the hearsay rule for statements made to a physician to include statements made to other healthcare providers, as defined in K.S.A. 65-4915. This modification aims to enhance the admissibility of relevant statements regarding a declarant's physical or mental condition when made to healthcare professionals consulted for treatment or diagnosis.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-460, thereby updating the legal framework surrounding hearsay evidence in Kansas. The changes are intended to streamline the process of admitting healthcare-related statements in legal proceedings, ensuring that relevant medical information can be considered in court, which may ultimately benefit the pursuit of justice.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 60-460