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MO HB2139

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Steve Jordan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits application of Shari'a law or any foreign law that denies fundamental constitutional rights in Missouri state courts, arbitration panels, and administrative agencies

  • 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

  • Bars state courts and agencies from transferring civil actions if the transfer would result in application of foreign law violating constitutional rights

  • Exempts religious organizations' internal ecclesiastical matters, including clergy selection and doctrinal interpretation

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs3/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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