Kansas SR1734: Congratulating and commending the Kansas Health Science University Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine for its inaugural commencement

What the bill says

From the enrolled text, March 13, 2026:

SENATE RESOLUTION No. 1734 A R congratulating and commending Kansas Health Science University ESOLUTION Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine for its inaugural commencement. WHEREAS, Kansas Health Science University established Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM), the first osteopathic medical school in the state of Kansas, with the mission to expand access to medical education and strengthen the healthcare workforce across the region; and WHEREAS, KansasCOM welcomed its inaugural class in 2022, marking a significant milestone in Kansas' commitment to addressing physician shortages, especially in rural and underserved communities; and WHEREAS, KansasCOM now prepares to graduate its first cohort of osteopathic physicians on May 9, 2026; and WHEREAS, Students in the inaugural class have demonstrated exceptional achievement through innovative research, clinical excellence, community health outreach and leadership within professional and service organizations, establishing a strong foundation for future cohorts and contributing meaningfully to the advancement of medical education in Kansas; and WHEREAS, Kansas Health Science University is guided by core values of innovation, integrity, humility, community, teamwork, inclusion, excellence and a steadfast commitment to improving the health and well-being of all Kansans, which are reflected in the education and character of KansasCOM's inaugural graduating class; and WHEREAS, KansasCOM's emphasis on service, compassion and the osteopathic philosophy of wholeperson care aligns with Kansas' long-standing values of community, stewardship and the advancement of …

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Sponsors

• Silas Miller, Silas (I) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. March 13, 2026: Enrolled on Friday, March 13, 2026
2. March 12, 2026: Adopted without roll call
3. March 12, 2026: Introduced

Common questions

What is SR1734?

SR1734 is a bill in the Kansas Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Congratulating and commending the Kansas Health Science University Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine for its inaugural commencement.

What is the status of SR1734?

Passed both chambers as of March 12, 2026. Latest action: Enrolled on Friday, March 13, 2026 (March 13, 2026).

Who sponsored SR1734?

Silas Miller, Silas (I).

Where is the official record for SR1734?

On the Kansas Legislature website: https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sr1734/