HB2436

Modifies provisions relating to offenses involving animals.

Chamber Passed·4/20/26

Missouri HB2436 modifies laws on animal offenses, including impoundment, care, and disposition.

Missouri HB2436 modifies provisions relating to offenses involving animals. It mandates that no animal shall be sterilized prior to the completion of a disposition hearing unless necessary to save life or relieve suffering. It requires impounding animals in the care of a veterinarian, animal control authority, animal shelter, or a third party approved by the court. Law enforcement officials can seek a warrant to enter private property to inspect, care for, or impound neglected or abused animals.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 88–54 · Apr 20
Current
Agriculture, Food Production And Outdoor Resources Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House: HBs FOR THIRD READING HB 2436

88 Yea

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54 Nay

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1 Not Voting

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15 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 30

8:30 AM

Agriculture, Food Production and Outdoor Resources Hearing

Mar 11

2:15 PM

Rules - Administrative Executive Session

History

Apr 30

Senate

Public Hearing Held (S)

Apr 28

Senate

Public Hearing Scheduled (S) - Thursday, April 30, 2026, 8:30 a.m., Senate Committee Room 1 - 1st Floor

Apr 21

Senate

Second read and referred: Agriculture, Food Production and Outdoor Resources(S)