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SB 454 would add penalties and training tied to transnational repression

According to the Kansas Legislature’s bill page for SB 454, the measure would enact what it calls the “CRUSH transnational repression in Kansas act.” The bill’s stated purpose is to enhance criminal penalties for certain offenses when they are committed with the intent to commit transnational repression.

March 10, 2026 Government
A courthouse training scene showing responders reviewing materials and a balance scale symbolizing updated criminal-law measures.

The bill also would require the development of transnational repression recognition and response training. In addition, it would amend K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 21-6804 and repeal the existing section being replaced.

What SB 454 would do

  • Enact the “CRUSH transnational repression in Kansas act.”
  • Increase criminal penalties for covered offenses committed with intent to commit transnational repression.
  • Require development of recognition and response training related to transnational repression.
  • Amend K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 21-6804 and repeal the prior version of that section.