The bill establishes a fetal alcohol spectrum disorders task force within the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to study the effects and prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders in the state. The task force will consist of 12 members, including legislators, healthcare professionals, and advocates, appointed by various state officials. The chairperson will be the representative appointed by the speaker of the house, while the vice chairperson will be the senator appointed by the president of the senate. Nonlegislative members will serve until December 31, 2026, and all members will be compensated for their participation.
Additionally, the bill outlines the appointment process for task force members, stipulating that legislative members must remain in office to retain their positions. It also specifies that expenses and compensation for task force members will be covered by a special revenue fund designated by the secretary of health and environment. The provisions of the task force are set to expire on December 31, 2026, and the act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.