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HB2341: Requiring that sureties for bonds secured for the purpose of clearing contractors liens against property be licensed to do business in Kansas, providing that district courts award attorney fees and costs to successful claimants that demanded payment by the principal and surety prior to filing suit and did not receive payment and requiring a pretrial hearing in such a suit for the purpose of a preliminary finding by the court of whether the surety should pay the amount of the claim to the claimant or alternatively pay such amount into an account to be held by the court.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill requires sureties for bonds clearing contractors' liens on property to be licensed in Kansas. It also allows courts to award attorney fees and costs to successful claimants who demanded payment beforehand.

Who This Affects

Homeowners and property owners in Kansas may benefit from this bill, as it aims to ensure that those responsible for clearing contractors' liens are properly licensed and accountable.

Key Provisions

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Timeline

Introduced

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Last Action

House Referred to Committee on Insurance

Feb 6, 2025

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