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MO HB3375
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Costlow
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AI Summary
- Prohibits the use of eminent domain for construction of wind or solar energy facilities
- Requires condemning authorities to provide at least 60 days notice before filing a condemnation petition and 15 days notice before surveying property, increasing from the previous 10-day requirement
- Expands compensation requirements to include reimbursement for all federal, state, and local taxes owed as a consequence of condemnation, including capital gains taxes
- Reduces the heritage value eligibility threshold from property owned within the same family for 50 years to 20 years, and creates a new "beginning farmer taking" category providing 125% of fair market value for qualifying agricultural property owners
- Establishes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day (maximum $100,000 per series of violations) for easement holders who fail to provide required notice before entry, remove cut vegetation, or restore damaged property
Legislative Description
Modifies provisions relating to eminent domain
Last Action
Referred: Special Committee on Rural Issues(H)
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Special Committee on Rural Issues3/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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