HB2299

Modifies qualifications for public office

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Modifies qualifications for public office in Missouri by disqualifying candidates with certain tax delinquencies and felony convictions.

The bill modifies the qualifications for public office in Missouri by disqualifying candidates who have been found guilty of or pled guilty to a felony under federal or state laws, or an offense that would be considered a felony in the state. It also disqualifies candidates who are delinquent in paying state income taxes, personal property taxes, municipal taxes, or real property taxes on their declared residence. Additionally, candidates who are past or present corporate officers of any fee office owing taxes to the state are disqualified.

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Where it stands

Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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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)