HB1775

Modifies provisions relating to termination of parental rights proceedings

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB1775 modifies provisions for termination of parental rights proceedings, including witness compensation, recording requirements, immunity.

Missouri HB1775 modifies termination of parental rights proceedings by setting witness compensation equal to civil cases, requiring stenographic notes or authorized recordings, and granting immunity from civil liability for good faith actions related to reports, photographs, radiological examinations, and child removal. It mandates investigations and social studies by juvenile officers, the state children's division, or designated agencies, except in specific cases.

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Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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Committee decision

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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)