The bill amends K.S.A. 72-2218 to prohibit school employment contracts from excluding documentation of disciplinary actions or behavioral corrective actions taken against employees. This change ensures that all relevant disciplinary records, including initial warnings and oral admonitions, must be included in an employee's personnel file. The bill also repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 72-2218, thereby updating the legal framework governing school employment contracts to enhance transparency and accountability regarding employee conduct.

In addition to the prohibition on excluding disciplinary documentation, the bill clarifies various definitions related to school employment, such as "professional employee," "administrative employee," and "terms and conditions of professional service." It emphasizes that the inclusion of disciplinary records is a critical aspect of maintaining a comprehensive personnel file, which is essential for both the employees and the educational institutions. The act will take effect upon its publication in the statute book, reinforcing the importance of proper documentation in the employment process within Kansas schools.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 72-2218