This bill amends K.S.A. 60-1110 to enhance the process surrounding contractor's and other liens on property, specifically focusing on the bonds posted by property owners. It requires that sureties for these bonds be licensed to conduct business in Kansas. The bill also stipulates that if a claimant demands payment from the principal and surety and does not receive it, the district court must award attorney fees and costs to the successful claimant. Additionally, it mandates a pretrial hearing within 30 days of the filing of an answer to determine whether the surety should pay the claim directly to the claimant or deposit the amount into a court-held account.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 60-1110, streamlining the legal framework governing these liens and ensuring that the rights of claimants are better protected. The changes aim to facilitate quicker resolutions in lien disputes and provide clearer guidelines for the responsibilities of sureties and property owners.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 60-1110