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MO SB755
Bill
AI Summary
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Adds section 574.035 to Missouri law establishing the "House of Worship Protection Act"
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Defines "house of worship" as any church, synagogue, mosque, or other building or place used for religious worship, instruction, or religious purpose
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Makes it illegal to intentionally and unreasonably disturb a house of worship through profane discourse, rude or indecent behavior, or noise that disrupts worship services
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Makes it illegal to intentionally injure, intimidate, or interfere with persons exercising religious freedom or seeking access to a house of worship through force, threat, or physical obstruction
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Establishes penalties: first offense is a class B misdemeanor, second offense is a class A misdemeanor, and third or subsequent offenses are class D felonies
Legislative Description
Enacts the "House of Worship Protection Act"
Last Action
Signed by Governor
7/10/2012