The bill amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-460 to expand the hearsay exception for statements made to healthcare providers. Specifically, it replaces the term "physician" with "healthcare provider" as defined in K.S.A. 65-4915, thereby allowing statements made to a broader range of healthcare professionals to be admissible as evidence in court. This change aims to enhance the evidentiary value of statements regarding a declarant's physical or mental condition when made to any qualified healthcare provider consulted for treatment or diagnosis.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-460, which indicates a comprehensive update to the rules surrounding hearsay evidence. The new provisions will take effect upon publication in the statute book, reflecting the legislature's intent to modernize and clarify the rules of evidence related to hearsay in Kansas courts.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 60-460