HB2381
      
              04/30/2024      
      
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                Kansas            
      
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                Legislation            
      
            
                        
          , Abuse/Neglect/Dependency - Children                  
          , Termination of Parental Rights (State) - Children                  
          , Truancy - Petition Against Child                                
          
    HB2381: Amends Kan. Stat. § 38-2205 to provide children in abuse, termination of parental rights, and truancy matters with the right to a client-directed attorney in all proceedings (including appeals), where they were previously entitled only to an attorney guardian ad litem (GAL). Makes appointment of GAL discretionary.
Last action (on 04/30/2024): House Died in Committee