This bill amends existing Kansas law to authorize the publication of legal notices on designated internet websites, in addition to traditional newspaper publications. It establishes that any legal notice required by law can be considered legally satisfied if published on an official legal notice website designated by a city or county. The bill outlines specific requirements for such publications, including adherence to statutory timeframes and ensuring accessibility to the public without fees. It also clarifies that existing laws requiring dual publication in both newspapers and websites remain unchanged.

Additionally, the bill amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 10-120 and K.S.A. 64-101, which pertain to the publication of election notices and the designation of official publication sources for cities, counties, and school districts. The amendments remove certain language regarding the necessity of newspapers as the sole publication source and allow for websites to be designated as official sources. The bill also repeals K.S.A. 12-1651 and the existing sections of K.S.A. 64-101 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 10-120, streamlining the legal framework for the publication of legal notices in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 10-120, 64-101, 12-1651