The bill amends the Kansas Consumer Protection Act to enhance consumer protections specifically regarding door-to-door sales and transactions related to energy projects. It prohibits suppliers from initiating sales with consumers who are receiving inpatient services or reside in care facilities unless they first send written information via certified mail and obtain consent. Additionally, if a consumer is determined to have diminished capacity, communication must cease until the consumer's legal capacity is verified. The bill also allows consumers to appoint representatives for assistance and renders certain contract provisions that restrict recording or disclosure of communications unenforceable.

Moreover, the bill expands the definitions of "consumer" and "supplier" to include land use transactions for wind or solar energy projects, allowing consumers to revoke related leases or contracts. It establishes the right for consumers to cancel door-to-door sales until midnight of the third business day after signing, requiring suppliers to provide a completed receipt with a clear cancellation notice. The bill also specifies unfair practices suppliers must avoid and repeals several existing statutes to clarify definitions related to door-to-door sales. Overall, these amendments aim to provide clearer guidelines and enhance consumer rights in these contexts.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 50-624, 50-632, 50-634, 50-640, 60-206