Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No material impact identified.
Risks
- No material impact identified.
StateKansasIn Committee
SB 46: Establishing the blind information access act to require the state library to provide on-demand information access services to persons who are blind, visually impaired, deafblind or print disabled.
Mary Ware
SB 46 status: In Committee — Died in Committee (updated Apr 10, 2026).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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Overall Score
80OUT OF 100
Score:80/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
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Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion85%
Bill summary
Establishes a new service mandate for the state library system to provide on-demand information access for individuals with print disabilities.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Supports equitable access to information.
Risks
- Requires state funding for new operational services.
Society
Positive outlook
85%
Benefits
- Increases information accessibility for blind and deafblind citizens.
- Promotes inclusive public infrastructure.
Risks
- Service availability depends on state-level implementation and resource allocation.
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OpenStates
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Low
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Analysis basis
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