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Minutes for SB483 - Committee on Judiciary
Short Title
Increasing criminal penalties for theft and criminal damage to property involving remote service units such as automated cash dispensing machines and automated teller machines.
Minutes Content for Tue, Feb 15, 2022
Chairperson Warren opened the hearing on SB483.
Jason Thompson, Senior Assistant Revisor, provided an overview of SB483 and stood for questions. (Attachment 3)
Stephanie Mulholland testified in support of SB483, stating the bill leads to a solution to address an increasing crime rate for many financial institutions. Insurance company estimates show ATM "smash and grabs" have increased remarkably in the last three years. With the increased incidents of this type of theft and the belief the crime is an organized effort, it is hoped increased penalties will make criminals think twice. (Attachment 4)
Kelly VanZwoll testified in support of SB483, touting the same issues as Ms. Mulholland but adding the loss of the ATMs not only results in a loss of cash but also equates to a loss of service to customers for weeks or even months because of supply chain issues to get replacements. Ms. VanZwoll noted since 2020 there were more than 35 ATMs in Kansas attacked that led to over $1.3 million in damages. These damages resulted in an increase of insurance premiums and costs that will eventually end up being passed on to members. (Attachment 5)
Written only testimony in support of SB483 was submitted by Shawn P. Mitchell, President & CEO, Community Bankers Association of Kansas. (Attachment 6)
Scott Schultz, Executive Director, submitted a SB483 Prison Bed Impact Assessment for committee review. (Attachment 7)
The conferees responded to questions from Committee members.
Chairperson Warren closed the hearing on SB483.
