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Kansas Passes Bill Protecting Racetracks from Nuisance Suits

3/26/2026

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The Kansas Motorsports Venue Protection Act (HB 2416) protects existing racetracks from civil suits over noise and nuisance.
The measure cleared both chambers, with the Senate voting 38-2 and the House voting 122-0.
The bill now awaits signature by Governor Laura Kelly, who is expected to sign.
Kansas joins Iowa and North Carolina in enacting such protections, with more than 10 other states proposing similar bills.

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The Kansas Motorsports Venue Protection Act (HB 2416) protects existing racetracks from civil suits over noise and nuisance.
The measure cleared both chambers, with the Senate voting 38-2 and the House voting 122-0.
The bill now awaits signature by Governor Laura Kelly, who is expected to sign.
Kansas joins Iowa and North Carolina in enacting such protections, with more than 10 other states proposing similar bills.