This bill amends the definition of public-private partnerships within the Kansas Department of Corrections by increasing the allowable cost-share limit for expenditures on construction projects. Specifically, it modifies the existing law to allow the department's cost for development, financing, construction, or renovation of a building at a correctional institution to not exceed 50% of the total project cost, up from the previous limit of 25%. This change aims to facilitate more extensive collaboration between the department and private entities in the development of correctional facilities.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 75-52,167, which previously defined the parameters of public-private partnerships. The new legal language clarifies the roles of private entities and the secretary of corrections while maintaining definitions related to correctional institutions and faith-based organizations. The act will take effect upon its publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 75-52