SB442: Increasing the criminal penalties for exposing another to a communicable disease and modifying the elements of such crime to include otherwise lawful or unlawful sexual intercourse or sodomy.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill increases penalties for intentionally exposing someone to a contagious disease. It also adds sexual intercourse or sodomy as factors that can lead to these exposures.

Who This Affects

Kansans who engage in sexual activities and may unintentionally expose their partners to diseases, such as HIV or herpes, will be affected by this law. This includes individuals who have consensual relationships and those who do not.

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Introduced

Sunday, February 1, 2026

Last Action

Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Feb 2, 2026

SB442: Increasing the criminal penalties for exposing another to a communicable disease and modifying the elements of such crime to include otherwise lawful or unlawful sexual intercourse or sodomy.

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