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MO HB2506
Bill
Status
2/9/2016
Primary Sponsor
Caleb Jones
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AI Summary
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Repeals existing receivership statutes (sections 515.240, 515.250, 515.260 RSMo) and replaces them with 34 new sections creating a comprehensive commercial receivership framework
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Establishes two types of receivers: general receivers (appointed over all or substantially all of a debtor's property with liquidation powers) and limited receivers (appointed over specific property only)
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Specifies 14 circumstances when courts may appoint receivers, including when a debtor is insolvent, after judgment to enforce collection, upon attachment of perishable property, or pursuant to valid contract provisions
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Creates an automatic stay upon appointment of a general receiver that halts most legal proceedings, judgments, and collection actions against the debtor for 60 days, with exceptions for criminal proceedings, family support matters, and governmental regulatory actions
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Establishes detailed claims administration procedures including 30-day filing deadlines, priority distribution order (secured creditors first, then administrative costs, wages up to $10,950, consumer deposits up to $2,425, support obligations, taxes, and other unsecured claims), and requirements for monthly financial reporting by receivers
Legislative Description
Establishes the Missouri Commercial Receivership Act
Last Action
Referred: Civil and Criminal Proceedings(H)
4/12/2016