MO SB700

Repeals the requirement that nonmerit state agencies adopt dismissal procedures substantially similar to those provided for merit employees.

Retains exemption for employees in policy-making positions and members of military or law enforcement agencies from dismissal procedure requirements.

Allows nonmerit agencies to voluntarily adopt the appeal provisions available to regular merit employees for dismissals, involuntary demotions, or suspensions exceeding five working days.

Maintains existing appeal procedures for examination rejections, examination fairness complaints, register removals, and regular merit employee disciplinary actions through the administrative hearing commission.

Establishes that all hearings under the section are contested cases subject to Missouri Administrative Procedure Act (chapter 536) standards, with final decisions reviewable by circuit court.