The Kansas Legislature took action to override the Governor’s Veto of a Life Affirming Priority and Sent Several Key Bills to the Governor
Topeka, Kan.
March 27, 2026
Today, the Kansas Legislature took action on several key components of Kansas Family Voice’s 2026 Legislative Agenda. It took action to:
- Override Governor Kelly’s veto of the CARES Act (H.B. 2635)
The CARES Act ensures that Kansas pregnancy resource centers cannot be targeted for their beliefs and care for vulnerable women. Just hours after the Governor vetoed this bill the House overrode her veto 87-37 and the Senate overrode her veto 30-9.
Statement by Brittany Jones, President:
“Pregnancy Resource Centers across Kansas selflessly serve mothers, fathers, and children in their community. They do not need to be targeted by the government or censured as they serve those in need. The CARES Act provides security for these centers as they serve their community. We are thankful that the Legislature acted swiftly to override the Governor’s veto.”
- Send the KIRK Act (H.B. 2333) to the Governor
The Kansas Intellectual Rights and Knowledge Act (KIRK) ensures that the First Amendment is respected on college campuses in Kansas. The KIRK Act is named after Charlie Kirk who spent his life engaging college students across our nation, including in Kansas. Kansas currently does not have a law that protects free speech on college campuses. The KIRK Act ensures students at Kansas postsecondary institutions can freely express political, religious, or ideological beliefs. Further, it protects student organizations’ ability to operate according to their stated missions and values.
It passed the Senate 28-12 and House 85-39.
Statement by Brittany Jones, President:
“The best way to honor Charlie’s legacy is to ensure that the First Amendment is enforceable for every Kansas student. The KIRK Act will ensure that student’s right to speak is respected while maintaining order and ensuring that every student can learn. For too long, college students’ rights have been trampled on by free speech zone and other intimidating practices. We call on Governor Kelly to allow this bill to become law!
- Send Opt In to Federal Education Tax Credit Scholarship (S.B. 361) to the Governor
S.B. 361 will opt Kansas into the Federal Education Tax Credit Program that allows donors to give to a scholarship granting organization and receive a tax credit while providing a scholarship to a student. These scholarships can be used for both public and private schools.
It passed the House 87-37 and 29-10.
Statement by Brittany Jones, President:
“Every state around Kansas has already opted into this wonderful program. Governor Kelly’s refusal is a loss for Kansas children. We are grateful that the Legislature took it upon themselves to right this wrong. Every family in Kansas deserves the opportunity to make the best educational decisions for their child. We are thankful to President Trump for making this program a reality and for the Kansas Legislature for boldly standing up to Governor Kelly.”
Media Contact: (785) 542-0220, media@kansasfamilyvoice.com
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