MO HB1485

Prohibits individuals currently in violation of court orders to pay monetary judgments from qualifying as candidates for any elective public office in Missouri.

Applies to judgments owed to the state, state agencies charged with debt enforcement, or political subdivisions, including child support payment orders.

Requires election authorities to conduct inquiries of appropriate courts when a person files a declaration of candidacy to determine if they are in violation of such court orders.

Prevents the names of individuals in violation of these court orders from appearing on any ballot.

Allows election authorities to request assistance from the Attorney General's office or local elected officials in conducting these inquiries.