HB2566

Removes the sunset provisions from the "Line of Duty Compensation Act"

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

HB2566 removes sunset provisions from the Line of Duty Compensation Act in Missouri.

HB2566 removes sunset provisions from the Line of Duty Compensation Act in Missouri, ensuring the Act remains in effect indefinitely. The Act provides compensation for public safety officers killed in the line of duty, including firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical technicians. Compensation is distributed to surviving spouses, children, or other designated beneficiaries. The Act also establishes the Line of Duty Compensation Fund to manage and pay claims.

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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)