Proposed preemption bills
Proposed preemption bills
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There are three preemption bills that have been introduced during the 2023-2024 legislative session, one in the category of LGBTQ Rights, and the other in the category of Environment.
LGBTQ Rights
LGBTQ Rights
Prohibiting any county or city legislation that would modify the established classes of individuals protected from discrimination under the Kansas act against discrimination
Prohibiting any county or city legislation that would modify the established classes of individuals protected from discrimination under the Kansas act against discrimination
This bill is likely in response to counties and municipalities across the state passing ordinances to include those identifying as LGBTQ to their anti-discrimination ordinances.
Year proposed: 2024
Environment
Environment
Prohibiting a state agency, city or county from restricting the sale or use of motor vehicles based on the energy source used for the vehicles; allowing a state agency, city and county to have their own purchase policies for motor vehicles
Prohibiting a state agency, city or county from restricting the sale or use of motor vehicles based on the energy source used for the vehicles; allowing a state agency, city and county to have their own purchase policies for motor vehicles
This bill is likely in anticipation of municipal regulations that would prohibit the sale of gas-powered vehicles in response to the climate crisis.
Year proposed: 2024
Environment
Environment
Prohibiting cities and counties from regulating plastic and other containers designed for the consumption, transportation or protection of merchandise, food or beverages
Prohibiting cities and counties from regulating plastic and other containers designed for the consumption, transportation or protection of merchandise, food or beverages
This bill prohibits municipalities from banning the use of plastic bags in grocery stores, restaurants, and other retail establishments.
Year proposed: 2023
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