The bill amends K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 32-1432 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 79-1476 to clarify definitions and regulations surrounding agritourism activities and property valuation for agricultural land. It defines "agritourism activity" as any recreational, entertainment, or educational activity that allows the public to enjoy rural activities, and specifies that such activities do not require payment from participants. The bill also outlines the "inherent risks of a registered agritourism activity," which include natural conditions and participant negligence. Additionally, it establishes the roles of "registered agritourism operators" and "registered agritourism locations," which must be registered with the secretary of commerce.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the property valuation process for agricultural land, ensuring that land used for agritourism activities is classified appropriately for tax purposes. It specifies that land utilized for agritourism by a registered operator will not lose its agricultural classification due to sales of products or services associated with the activity. The bill repeals the previous versions of K.S.A. 32-1432 and 79-1476, indicating a comprehensive update to the legal framework governing agritourism and agricultural property valuation in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 32-1432, 32-1433, 79-1476