Due to space constraints on the various platforms the LWVMO: Legislate Update podcast can be found, not all of the bills we covered are listed below. Visit LWVMO Legislative Bulletin & Calls to Action to learn more about the bills we're tracking as well as links to help you take action.

Voting RightsBill: SB 836

This bill would, among other provisions, extend the period of no-excuse absentee voting (early voting) from two weeks to four weeks. It also reinstates the presidential primary.

LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill

Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing in the Senate on Monday, January 26 at 2:00 PM in the Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee.

Contact members of the Local Government, Elections, and Pensions Committee and let them know you SUPPORT this bill.

FirearmsBill: HB 2176

This bill creates the Anti-Red Flag Gun Seizure Act.

LWVMO OPPOSES this bill

Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing in the House General Laws Committee on Wednesday, January 28 at 4:00 PM.

Submit testimony to OPPOSE HB 2176.Make sure to mark “in Opposition to” under reason in the testimony form.

Social JusticeBill: HB 1998

This bill would prohibit state spending for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in educational institutions.

LWVMO OPPOSES this bill.

Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing in the House Legislative Review Committee on Wednesday, January 28 at 2:30 PM.

Submit testimony to OPPOSE HB 1998. Make sure to mark “in Opposition to” under reason in the testimony form.

TaxesBill: SB 1017

This bill authorizes a state sales tax exemption for food.

LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill

Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Economics and Workforce Development Committee on Wednesday, January 28 at 1:00 PM.

Contact Members of the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee and let them know you SUPPORT this bill. Click on the Senator’s picture and you will be taken to their information page for their contact information.

Resources

Voter Power Hour Webinar on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Updates on Legislative Tracking of Missouri Bills

League of Women Voters Condemns Unwarranted Federal Presence and Military Escalation in Minnesota

Eighth Circuit Rules Missouri’s Dangerous ‘Second Amendment Preservation Act’ Violates the Constitution; Everytown Law, Brady, GIFFORDS, March For Our Lives Respond

Missouri Supreme Court strikes down law on ballot title cases, special appeal power for AG

League Resources

Legislative Bulletins & Calls to Action

League of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org

Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at : Vote411.org

There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy.

Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov

The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy.

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