Enacting the longitudinal data act, establishing the division of longitudinal data in the legislative research department, authorizing the appointment of a director of the division by the legislative coordinating council and providing for the development and management of the Kansas longitudinal data system for the purpose of tracking and analyzing education, workforce and related data.

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The bill would establish a Division of Longitudinal Data in the Legislative Research Department, appoint a director, and develop a secure statewide system that combines student, employment, health and other data. It requires state agencies and approved outside entities to share data through memoranda of understanding, creates a public credential and skills registry, and sets strict privacy and access rules. The measure died in committee and did not become law.

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