Creating a civil cause of action for violations of the constitution or laws of the United States by any person acting under the color of law.

Summary

The bill would create a civil cause of action for anyone whose constitutional or statutory rights are deprived by a person acting under the color of law. It allows the injured party—or their surviving family or representative—to sue for damages, attorney fees, and other relief, and also lets the Kansas Attorney General bring suits on behalf of victims. The measure was intended to strengthen civil‑rights enforcement but failed in committee.

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