HB2139

Prohibits application of foreign laws in Missouri

Introduced·1/7/26

Missouri HB2139 prohibits the application of foreign laws, including Shari'a law, in Missouri courts and contracts.

Missouri HB2139 prohibits the application of Shari'a law or any foreign law, legal code, or system that denies fundamental liberties, rights, and privileges guaranteed under the U.S. or Missouri Constitutions. This prohibition applies to state court rulings, arbitration decisions, administrative agency actions, and severable contract provisions. The bill also prohibits the application of foreign law to corporations, partnerships, or associations that voluntarily subject themselves to such law or courts.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 20

4:30 PM

Rules - Legislative Executive Session

Mar 30

4:30 PM

Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs Executive Session

History

Apr 23

House

Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 9 NOES: 2 PRESENT: 0

Apr 20

House

Executive Session Completed (H)

Apr 20

House

Voted Do Pass (H)