HB3471

Designates the raccoon as the official state mammal

Introduced·2/26/26
Introduced Text

Designates the raccoon as the official state mammal of Missouri.

This bill amends Chapter 10 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by adding a new section, 10.283, which designates the raccoon, scientifically known as Procyon lotor, as the official mammal of Missouri. The bill specifies the scientific designation of the raccoon and establishes it as the state's official mammal.

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Feb 27

House

Read Second Time (H)

Feb 26

House

Introduced and Read First Time (H)