H.J.Res.127

Proposes a constitutional amendment providing that marriage exists only between individuals who are eighteen years of age or older

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HJR127 proposes a constitutional amendment to set the minimum marriage age at eighteen.

Missouri HJR127 proposes a constitutional amendment to the state's Article I, Section 33, specifying that a marriage is valid only if both parties are eighteen years of age or older. This change would replace the existing language on marriage in the state's constitution. The amendment will be presented to Missouri voters for approval in the November 2026 general election or a special election called by the governor.

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Emerging Issues Committee
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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)