Angela Stiens - Kansas State Representative

A win for Kansans! Proud supporter of SB 20!

Governor Kelly has signed SB 20 into law, bringing much-needed PBM reform to increase transparency, lower costs, and protect patients and local pharmacies.

This is a strong step forward for affordable, accessible healthcare across Kansas. 🇺🇸

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill Lowering Costs for Kansans | Press Releases | Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced she has signed Senate Bill 20, which regulates Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), the middlemen responsible for negotiating drug prices between manufacturers, pharmacies, and insurers, as well as setting reimbursement rates for prescription medicatio...

The Shawnee St. Patrick’s Day Parade is always a fun family tradition! ☘️

This year, most of us braved the cold to enjoy the festivities, and it was wonderful to see so many people out celebrating together. A big thank you to our police officers, firefighters, and all the organizers, volunteers, and participants who helped make the parade possible. We appreciate everyone who worked hard behind the scenes and kept the event safe for our community.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

HB 2501: TAP (The Armory Project) Supporting Responsible Gun Ownership and Saving Lives. I would like to thank Johnson County Mental Health Center for their help and former Rep John Resman, who passed away earlier this week, including the overwhelming bipartisan support this bill received.

HB 2501 because I believe we can protect Second Amendment rights while also encouraging responsible, voluntary steps that save lives.

HB 2501 allows a firearm owner to voluntarily enter into a private firearm hold agreement with a federally licensed fi****ms dealer. Under these agreements, the dealer temporarily stores a lawfully owned firearm at the owner’s request and returns it at the end of the agreed period. The bill provides civil liability protection for the dealer when the firearm is returned to its rightful owner, so long as the dealer has not engaged in unlawful conduct.
The issue we addressed was practical and urgent. We heard testimony from fi****ms dealers, veterans advocates, and mental health professionals who explained that temporary, voluntary storage can reduce su***de risk during times of personal crisis. According to testimony presented to the committee, most firearm deaths nationally are su***des, and among veterans more than seventy percent involve a firearm. For someone facing a moment of crisis, temporarily storing a firearm outside the home can significantly lower risk.

However, many federal fi****ms licensees have been reluctant to offer this service because they fear being sued after returning a firearm to its lawful owner. That uncertainty has discouraged participation in programs like Hold My Guns and other local partnerships with mental health professionals and veterans organizations.

I supported this bill and provided testimony because it removes that legal barrier while preserving constitutional rights. The immunity is narrow and specific. It protects a dealer only for returning a firearm according to the agreement and does not shield unlawful conduct. It does not create new mandates, new reporting requirements, or new restrictions on lawful gun owners. It simply provides clarity and certainty so small businesses can help without fear of frivolous litigation.

The bill also reinforces property rights. A lawfully owned firearm remains the property of its owner. Entering into a temporary storage agreement cannot be used to imply negligence, incapacity, or future liability. Nor can it diminish the owner’s right to reclaim their property once the agreement ends.

We also ensured that dealers maintain discretion. No dealer is required to enter into a hold agreement, and local governments are prevented from adding conflicting regulations that would create confusion across the state. Records related to the agreement must be destroyed within a defined time frame, protecting privacy.
I believe strongly in defending the Second Amendment. I also believe in personal responsibility and practical solutions. HB 2501 reflects both principles. It supports veterans, strengthens su***de prevention efforts, protects small businesses, and safeguards property rights without expanding government control.