Briefing Book – Page 4

Definition of Money and Money Transmitters

What is Money? KSA 84-1-201(b)(24) defines “money” as a medium of exchange currently authorized or adopted by the United States or a foreign government. The term includes a monetary unit of account established by an intergovernmental organization or by agreement between two or more countries. A medium of exchange is an intermediary instrument used toContinue reading “Definition of Money and Money Transmitters”

National Trends in College Admissions

Student Enrollment in Kansas In the last five years, the postsecondary education system in Kansas and nationwide has seen a decline in enrollment. According to data from Kansas Higher Education Statistics, since fall 2018, Kansas has seen a net 10.7 percent decrease in enrollment systemwide. State institutions have seen a 7.1 percent decrease in enrollment,Continue reading “National Trends in College Admissions”

Hospital Price Transparency

As the costs of medical care continue to be a concern for patients, hospital price transparency policies help individuals know the cost of an item or service before receiving it. At the federal level, requirements for hospitals to provide clear pricing information online were enacted beginning January 1, 2021, in Section 2718(e) of the PublicContinue reading “Hospital Price Transparency”

Open Enrollment

Current State KSA 72-3123 requires school districts to allow for the attendance of non-resident students beginning in the 2024–2025 school year based upon the capacity of the district. At the time of this article’s publication, all school districts should have completed the statutory requirements to determine capacity, accepted non-resident students, and be currently teaching saidContinue reading “Open Enrollment”

Prior Authorization

Defining Prior Authorization for Health Care The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) defines prior authorization as “approval from a health plan that may be required before you get a service or fill a prescription in order for the service or prescription to be covered by your plan.” Kansas Administrative Regulations define prior authorizationContinue reading “Prior Authorization”

School Building Disposal

Disposition of School Buildings and Property Pursuant to KSA 72-3216, upon the affirmative recorded vote of no less than a majority of the members of the school district board of education (board) at a regular meeting, a school district may dispose of school buildings and school property no longer needed by such school district. DuringContinue reading “School Building Disposal”

Residential Property Tax Relief Programs

Kansas has had some form of property tax relief program for certain residential property since 1970, when the Homestead Property Tax Relief Act was enacted. Today, Kansas has three such programs, each differing in their recipients and benefits. This article summarizes the key elements of Kansas’ Homestead Property Tax Refund Act, Selective Assistance for EffectiveContinue reading “Residential Property Tax Relief Programs”

Overview of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act

The federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), was signed into law on November 15, 2021. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the BIL authorized an investment of $1.2 trillion for transportation and infrastructure spending across the United States, with $550.0 billion of that amount dedicatedContinue reading “Overview of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act”

Introduction to the State Budget Process

In Kansas, the fiscal year (FY) begins on July 1 of each year. The State of Kansas uses an executive budget in that the budgetary recommendations of the Governor are embodied in appropriation bills, which are introduced, considered, and amended by the Legislature. Interim Most state agencies are required by law to submit budget requestsContinue reading “Introduction to the State Budget Process”