HB1654

Establishes sovereignty of Missouri law and protects religious freedoms

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB1654 establishes Missouri law as supreme and protects religious freedoms.

Missouri HB1654 amends the Revised Statutes of Missouri to declare that the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Missouri are the supreme law within the state. It prohibits any foreign or religious law from being applied or enforced by any state court, agency, or political subdivision. The bill also ensures that no individual, group, or organization is prohibited from voluntarily expressing, practicing, or exercising religion. Violations of these provisions are subject to criminal penalties under Missouri law.

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Where it stands

Current
Emerging Issues Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)