Kansas bill compels public school teachers, students to undergo annual sexual abuse training

Kansas House Education Committee looking at Erin's Law, adopted in 38 states, to require teachers and students receive yearly training on sexual abuse.

By: Tim Carpenter

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: February 10, 2026

Words: 748

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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TOPEKA — Erin Merryn wants the Kansas Legislature to require public school teachers and their students in kindergarten through high school to take part in annual training and instruction on prevention of sexual abuse.

A bill before the House Education Committee would accomplish this through enactment of Erin’s Law, which was named for Merryn and has been adopted in 38 states.

“Something lawmakers understand about me is I don’t go away,” said Merryn, who …

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