This bill addresses regulations related to short-term rentals and the sale of alcoholic beverages in Kansas during the FIFA 2026 World Cup, which will take place from May 15, 2026, to July 25, 2026. It prohibits municipalities from imposing limitations on the issuance of permits for short-term rentals or vacation properties during this period and mandates that applications for such permits be processed within 15 calendar days. Additionally, the definition of "transient guest" is modified to include individuals occupying accommodations for less than 28 consecutive days during the specified timeframe.

Furthermore, the bill allows cities and counties to permit the sale of alcoholic beverages 23 hours a day, seven days a week, during the World Cup. Local governing bodies can adopt resolutions or ordinances to authorize these extended sales. The provisions related to the sale of alcoholic beverages will expire after July 20, 2026. The bill also amends existing law regarding transient guests and repeals certain sections of K.S.A. 12-1692 to align with these new regulations.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 12-1692, 12-1696
As Amended by House Committee: 12-1692, 12-1696
{As Amended by House Committee of the Whole}: 12-1692, 12-1696
As Amended by Senate Committee: 12-1692, 12-1696
Enrolled: 12-1692
As introduced: 12-1692, 12-1696