Statewide Interop
Statewide, Kansas
How we verified this
As of August 2026 each Kansas regional interoperability set on the Kansas Statewide Interoperable Communication System (KSICS) keeps its PSAP, medical and tactical talkgroups in the clear and encrypts one dedicated channel per region, e.g. "2032 SE 1 AES — Southeast 1 - Encrypted AES — D Enc".
Encryption Details
What This Means
Tactical channels are encrypted while routine dispatch is not, so day-to-day activity may still be audible even though special operations are not.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Statewide Interop radio encrypted?
Yes — Statewide Interop's radio system runs on P25 AES-256 encryption. Tactical channels are encrypted while routine dispatch is not, so day-to-day activity may still be audible even though special operations are not.
Can I listen to Statewide Interop on a police scanner?
Partially. Statewide Interop encrypts its tactical channels, so some channels may still be accessible. Check RadioReference for specific talkgroup status.
Why did Statewide Interop encrypt their radio?
Departments typically point to officer safety and operational security. Neither claim tends to come with evidence specific to Statewide County; what's verifiable is what's lost — journalists can't monitor other agency activity in real time, and coordination with agencies that stay unencrypted gets harder.
Can Statewide County reverse the encryption decision?
Yes, and some departments already have. Because encryption here is a choice rather than a technical necessity, the path back runs through the same people who chose it: budget hearings, records requests, and residents who keep asking in public.
What can I do about Statewide Interop encryption?
Start local: show up when Statewide County officials discuss the budget for Statewide Interop, and ask specifically why full encryption was chosen over a delayed feed or tactical-only approach. File a FOIA request for recordings or policy documents, and connect with others nearby who want the same information — a coordinated ask carries more weight than an individual one.