MO HB1512

Establishes the "Civil Liberties Defense Act" as public policy to protect Missouri citizens from application of foreign laws that violate rights guaranteed by the U.S. or Missouri constitutions, including due process, freedom of religion, speech, press, and privacy rights.

Voids and makes unenforceable any court, arbitration, or administrative agency ruling based on foreign law that would not grant affected parties the same fundamental liberties and rights as guaranteed by the U.S. and Missouri constitutions.

Voids and makes unenforceable contracts or contractual provisions that select foreign law or a foreign jurisdiction to govern disputes if that foreign law would deny parties fundamental constitutional liberties, rights, and privileges.

Denies forum non conveniens claims if granting them would violate the fundamental rights of a Missouri resident seeking to litigate in Missouri courts.

Exempts corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and other business entities from the act's restrictions and preserves the right of religious organizations to adjudicate internal ecclesiastical matters without court interference.