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MO HB2139
Bill
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steve Jordan
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AI Summary
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Prohibits application of Shari'a law or any foreign law that denies fundamental constitutional rights in Missouri state courts, arbitration panels, and administrative agencies
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Renders void and unenforceable any court rulings, contracts, or contractual provisions that choose Shari'a or foreign law, or that grant jurisdiction to foreign tribunals
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Bars state courts and agencies from transferring civil actions if the transfer would result in application of foreign law violating constitutional rights
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Exempts religious organizations' internal ecclesiastical matters, including clergy selection and doctrinal interpretation
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Does not apply to corporations or associations that voluntarily subject themselves to foreign law, or where federal law and treaty obligations preempt state law
Legislative Description
Voids any contracts or court decisions that rely on foreign or Shari'a law
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
3/11/2026