HB2378

Expands certain powers given to peace officers employed by the supervisor of alcohol and tobacco control and peace officers employed by the state fire marshal when certain exigent circumstances exist

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

HB2378 expands the powers of peace officers employed by the supervisor of alcohol and tobacco control and the state fire marshal in Missouri during.

HB2378 repeals and replaces sections 311.630 and 320.230 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, granting peace officers employed by the supervisor of alcohol and tobacco control and the state fire marshal additional powers. These officers are now authorized to make arrests and conduct searches and seizures for violations related to alcohol, tobacco, and fires, including arson, when immediate threats of bodily harm exist. The bill also mandates that these officers notify local law enforcement agencies of their presence and duties.

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Where it stands

Current
Crime and Public Safety Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 3

4:00 PM

Crime and Public Safety Hearing

History

Jan 29

House

Referred: Crime and Public Safety(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)