The Disability Rights Center of Kansas is the Protection and Advocacy agency for the state of Kansas.
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ALT Graphic with dark blue text on a light blue background reads: KANSAS WITHDRAWS FROM TEXAS v. KENNEDY! Thank you, AG Kobach, for listening to Kansas' disability community." Stock image of a woman in a purple shirt smiling and celebrating, sitting in a wheelchair. DRC Kansas' blue and orange logo in the top right-hand corner.
ALT Graphic with white text on blue and orange backgrounds reads: "TIME-SENSITIVE ACTION ALERT. SUPPORT SELF-DETERMINATION FOR KANSANS WITH DISABILITIES. The Supported Decision-Making Agreements Act Needs Your Help!". Stock photo of a woman with Down syndrome smiling in the background.
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ALT Orange graphic with white and blue text that reads: "TOP 5 CHANGES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE NEW KANSAS GUARDIANSHIP LAW"
ALT Orange graphic with white and blue text that reads: "NUMBER ONE: Every Guardianship Must Have a “Guardianship Plan" If the court finds someone is in need of a guardian, their guardianship MUST have an individualized "guardianship plan." The plan clearly says what the guardian can and cannot do. The plan helps limit the powers a guardian has over the person under the guardianship. If you have a guardianship from before Jan. 1, 2026, you can ask the court for a guardianship plan. Contact DRC for help!" Stock image of a young man who has Down syndrome smiling and looking into the distance. DRC blue and orange logo in the bottom right-hand corner.
ALT Orange graphic with white and blue text that reads: "NUMBER TWO: Guardians Must Consider What the Person Under the Guardianship Wants The new rule is that guardians must use "substitute decision-making" instead of the "best interest" standard. This means the guardian must consider what the person under the guardianship wants, not just what the guardian thinks is "best." This change applies to both new guardianships and existing guardianships created prior to Jan. 1, 2026." Stock image of two young women laughing together. Both girls have developmental disabilities. DRC Kansas blue and orange logo in bottom right-hand corner.
ALT Orange graphic with blue and white text that reads: "NUMBER THREE: Guardianship Is a Last Resort Courts must first consider alternatives to guardianship, like: - Supported decision-making: having people you trust help you with decisions - Power of attorney: allowing someone you trust to legally help you with financial and/or health care decisions - Limited guardianship: where you only need a guardian for a short period of time or for certain services These options let the person with the disability keep more control over their own lives." Stock image of a young woman smiling for a selfie with her mother. The young woman is sitting in a power wheelchair. DRC Kansas blue and orange logo in the bottom right-hand corner.
ALT Orange graphic with white and blue text reads: "NUMBER FOUR: Strong Protections End of Life - the new law fixes a flaw in the guardian's end-of-life powers under the prior guardianship law. Under the prior law, guardians had powers to stop life-sustaining care (like medical treatment, food, or water) too easily. The new law limits the guardian's power to stop life-sustaining care. Grievances - The new law also allows for anyone to file a grievance (complaint) if a guardian isn't following the law, the guardianship plan, or even if they believe the guardian limits too many of the person's rights. Courts will review the complaints and fix problems when needed. These new protections apply for all guardianships, established before or after the effective date of the law (Jan. 1, 2026)." Stock image of two young men, brothers, smiling with their heads together. One brother is in a wheelchair. DRC Kansas blue and orange logo in the bottom right-hand corner.
ALT Orange graphic with blue and white text reads: "NUMBER FIVE: The Law is "Person-Centered" The new law requires that people under guardianship get clear written notice of their rights. They must be involved in decision making. The new law also uses person-centered terminology like "individual subject to guardianship" instead of "ward" or "incapacitated person." The law moves Kansas towards a more person-centered system—one that respects choice, dignity, and independence." Stock image of a middle-aged man smiling and showing a thumbs-up. DRC Kansas blue and orange logo in the bottom right-hand corner.
ALT Graphic with white text reads: "Know Your Rights: Disability Rights in Housing" with an orange arrow. Stock photo of an individual opening a door for another individual who is using a wheelchair. DRC Kansas' blue and orange logo in the bottom right-hand corner.
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ALT A graphic titled “What is Assistive Technology (AT)?” with text defining AT as items or systems that help a person with a disability increase or maintain independence. A list of examples appears on the lower left. On the lower right is a photo of a young girl smiling and holding hearing aids.
ALT A graphic titled “What is NOT Assistive Technology (AT)?” explaining that services not considered items or equipment are not AT. A list includes live sign language interpreters, guide dogs or service animals, and access to support staff. On the lower right is a photo of a guide dog wearing a harness while walking beside a person.
ALT A graphic titled “Assistive Technology (AT) IS an affordable solution” with statistics from the Job Accommodation Network showing most accommodations cost little or nothing. On the lower left is a photo of a man in a wheelchair using a ramp outside a building. A text box emphasizes that assistive technology is more accessible and efficient than most people think.
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ALT Graphic with blue and white text reads: How can we best serve you? Let us know by completing our 2026 Public Input Survey! Survey Closing Soon: August 31, 2025" DRC Kansas blue and orange logo large in the top center of the graphic.