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MO HB2000

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Martin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Changes the required notice method for unpaid sewer charges from certified mail to first-class mail before a public sewer district can disconnect service or request water shutoff

  • Applies to sewer charges unpaid for more than three months under both Section 249.255 (constitutional/statutory sewer districts) and Section 249.645 (districts created under sections 249.430-249.660)

  • Maintains existing lien priority for unpaid sewer charges, which rank above all liens except state and county taxes

  • Preserves district authority to disconnect sewer lines or request water service discontinuation from private water companies, public water supply districts, or municipalities until charges and related costs are paid

Legislative Description

Modifies provisions governing mailed notice to sewer district customers with unpaid charges

Last Action

Action Postponed (H)

2/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules - Legislative1/29/2026
Utilities1/8/2026

Full Bill Text

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