Kansas 2023-2024 Regular Session

Kansas Senate Bill SB307

Introduced
3/9/23  
Refer
3/10/23  
Report Pass
3/23/23  
Engrossed
4/3/23  
Refer
4/3/23  
Refer
1/9/24  
Report Pass
2/15/24  
Enrolled
3/19/24  

Caption

Adding for-profit private entity to the definition of "qualified applicant" in the Kansas fights addiction act.

Impact

The passage of SB307 will potentially alter the landscape of addiction treatment services in the state. It creates a pathway for for-profit organizations to provide services that were previously limited to state entities or nonprofits. This shift could lead to a broader range of program options available to individuals dealing with substance abuse, ultimately enhancing treatment accessibility and diversity of services. However, the implications of allowing for-profits into this area have raised important discussions regarding the motivations behind substance abuse treatment, potentially prioritizing profit over public health.

Summary

Senate Bill 307, known as the amendment to the Kansas Fights Addiction Act, seeks to redefine who qualifies for assistance under the provisions of this act. The primary change proposed in SB307 is the inclusion of for-profit private entities as part of the 'qualified applicant' definition, which permits these entities to access funds related to opioid litigation. By doing so, the bill expands the scope of those eligible to receive financial support aimed at preventing and treating substance abuse issues in Kansas.

Contention

The introduction of for-profit entities into the Kansas Fights Addiction Act has sparked debates about the integrity and efficacy of addiction treatment programs. Critics express concerned that this may lead to a diluted focus on quality care, as for-profit organizations might prioritize profitability over patient welfare. Supporters argue that opening up these funds to for-profits could enhance competition and innovation, thereby improving service delivery and outcomes for those struggling with addiction. As such, the bill reflects a tension between public health considerations and economic interests.

Voting_summary

The bill was brought to a vote in the Senate. On March 14, 2024, it received overwhelming support with 39 votes in favor and only 1 against, indicating strong bipartisan backing for the amendments proposed. The passage of SB307 demonstrates a legislative push towards addressing the ongoing addiction crisis in Kansas but also highlights the complexities that come with revising traditional approaches to funding and administering substance abuse treatment.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

KS SB21

Amending the Kansas parimutuel racing act regarding qualifications for an organization license, the definition of horsemen's associations and horsemen's nonprofit organizations and the distribution of certain tax revenues.

KS HB2235

Updating provisions of the technology-enabled fiduciary financial institutions (TEFFI) act by making the act part of the state banking code, adjusting and providing certain definitions, reducing the TEFFI charter application fee, authorizing the issuance of certificates and trust certificates, providing for the supervision of TEFFIs by the state bank commissioner and including Kansas nonprofit corporations as qualified charities for the TEFFI income tax credit.

KS HB2489

Requiring school districts to provide fentanyl abuse education programs and maintain supplies of naloxone in each school.

KS SB98

Providing a sales tax exemption for the construction or remodeling of a qualified data center in Kansas and the purchase of data center equipment, eligible data center costs and certain labor costs to qualified firms that commit to a minimum investment of at least $250,000,000 and meet new Kansas jobs and other requirements.

KS HB2039

Adding maternity center to the definition of healthcare provider for purposes of the healthcare provider insurance availability act, amending definitions in the Kansas credentialing act to provide that certain entities providing physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech-language pathology are not home health agencies, clarifying that the authorized activities of paramedics, advanced emergency medical technicians, emergency medical technicians and emergency medical responders may be authorized upon the order of a healthcare professional, permitting certain ambulance services to offer service for less than 24 hours per day, every day of the year, and requiring entities that control automated external defibrillators to register the device with the emergency medical services board.

KS HB2290

Enacting the Kansas land and military installation protection act to prohibit foreign principals from countries of concern from acquiring any interest in certain real property in this state.

KS HB2659

Adding a special permit for a non-profit entity to be a qualified permit holder in a private outdoor designated area

KS HB2371

Amending the Kansas revised limited liability company act, the business entity transactions act and the business entity standard treatment act.

KS HB2135

Making certain provisions of the commercial industrial hemp act applicable only if the Kansas department of agriculture has submitted a state plan to the federal government for the state monitoring and regulation of industrial hemp within Kansas and such state plan is still active.

KS HB2739

Relating to housing code requirements, removing the definition of apartment houses from chapter 31 of the Kansas Statutes Annotated, providing requirements for adoption of the international fire code, 2024 edition, and providing that certain state accessibility standards are not applicable to moderate income housing program and Kansas investor tax credit housing act projects.

Similar Bills

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