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HB2638: Requiring that a child in custody of the secretary be provided information regarding the child's rights and the secretary maintain confirmation of the child's notification and understanding of such child's rights in child in need of care proceedings.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill requires that a child in custody of the Kansas Secretary for Children and Families receive information about their rights during child in need of care proceedings. The secretary must also confirm the child's understanding of these rights.

Who This Affects

Children who are in the custody of the Kansas Secretary for Children and Families will be directly impacted by this bill, as they will learn more about their rights and have their understanding confirmed.

Key Provisions

• Requires information on a child's rights to be provided during child in need of care proceedings

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Timeline

Introduced

Monday, February 2, 2026

Last Action

House Hearing: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 1:30 PM Room 152-S

Feb 10, 2026

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