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2026 Session Laws of Kansas

MESSAGES FROM THE GOVERNOR

House Bill No. 2603

An Act prohibiting regulation of battery-charged security fences by municipalities.

Message to the Legislature of the State of Kansas

I’ve always believed that local elected officials are best suited to make these types of policy decisions for their constituents. Local leaders and law enforcement officials, not the state government, should determine how these types of security fences are used in their communities.

Therefore, pursuant to Article 2, Section 14(a) of the Constitution of the State of Kansas, I hereby veto House Bill 2603.

Laura Kelly, Governor

Dated April 6, 2026.