Chairperson Billinger opened the hearing on SB 181. David Wiese, Office of the Revisor of Statutes, provided an overview of the bill.  (Attachment 9)

Written only testimony in support of the bill was provided by Tanner Tempel, Americans for Prosperity.  (Attachment 10)

Shannon Kimball, Kansas Association of School Boards, spoke in opposition to the bill as her organization opposes imposing arbitrary limits on taxes and valuations. Tax policy must provide sustainable and reliable funding for the public schools based on the actual costs of educating students. Ms. Kimball responded to questions from Committee members.  (Attachment 11)

There being no further conferees, Chairperson Billinger closed the hearing on SB 181.

Chairperson Billinger adjourned the meeting at 11:30 am. The next meeting will be February 12, 2025.