MO HB640

Repeals and reenacts Missouri Revised Statutes section 115.637 to establish and define electioneering as a class four election offense.

Defines "electioneering" as knowingly attempting to persuade or influence voters to vote for or against a particular candidate, party, or question, including wearing, exhibiting, or distributing campaign materials within 250 feet of a polling place's outer door during voting hours.

Establishes that electioneering includes posting signs or placing vehicles bearing signs with respect to candidates or ballot questions within the prohibited zone, but excludes bumper stickers affixed to vehicles used to transport voters to polls.

Provides penalties of imprisonment for not more than one year or a fine of not more than $2,500, or both, for electioneering violations.

Requires any public office holder or public employee convicted of violating the electioneering provisions to immediately forfeit their office or employment.