Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateKansasIn Committee
HB 2193: Enacting the every mom matters act to require the state treasurer to contract with eligible organizations to provide information and support services to pregnant women and parents considering adoption.
Committee on Health and Human Services
HB 2193 status: In Committee — Died in Committee (updated Apr 10, 2026).
Source
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
56OUT OF 100
Score:56/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill would have created the 'Every Mom Matters Act', mandating the Kansas state treasurer to enter into contracts with third-party organizations to provide adoption support and information services.
Who is affected
Pregnant women and parents considering adoption as a care option for their children, and organizations seeking state contracts to provide support services.
Requirements and enforcement
The state treasurer would need to establish eligibility standards for organizations and manage contract agreements for support service delivery.
Costs and funding
Requires state funding for the contracted services, though specific appropriation amounts were not stated in the abstract.
When it takes effect
The bill died in committee during the 2025-2026 session.
Potential benefits
Potential for increased support resources for those navigating the adoption process and state-sponsored access to community-based guidance.
Risks and tradeoffs
Significant concerns exist regarding the potential for non-clinical providers to deliver biased or medically inaccurate information and the oversight of private organizations using public funds.
What is still unknown
The exact criteria for 'eligible organizations', the specific nature of the services provided, and the total fiscal impact on the state budget remain unknown.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Direct funding for social service providers
- Economic growth for chosen non-profit entities
- State procurement opportunities for local organizations
Risks
- Direct fiscal costs to state treasury
- Ongoing administrative overhead for oversight
- Potential for inefficient contract allocation
Society
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Increased resources for adoption planning
- Broadened support network for pregnant women
- Enhanced information access for new parents
Risks
- Potential for ideological bias in counseling
- Variable quality of service across regions
- Concerns regarding impartiality of referrals
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Formalizes state treasurer contractual oversight
- Establishes eligibility criteria for contractors
- Requires standardized state-level reporting
Risks
- Contract procurement processes may lack transparency
- Reporting requirements may lack granular outcomes
- Administrative burden on oversight staff
Public Health & Safety
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Dissemination of prenatal care resources
- Access to mental health support for parents
- Early intervention for vulnerable populations
Risks
- Lack of medical oversight for counseling staff
- Potential for medically inaccurate information dissemination
- Variability in health education quality
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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