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MO HB3470

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Melissa Schmidt

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Hope Missouri" program within the Department of Social Services to help participants achieve self-sufficiency by addressing barriers such as stable employment, wages, skills training, basic needs, and housing

  • Establishes a "Missouri partner network" consisting of state agencies, public-private partnerships, nonprofits, private-sector, and faith-based organizations to provide goods and services supporting participant goals

  • Limits eligibility to Missouri residents who are U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens, at least 18 years old (or 16 if emancipated, or under 18 with parental consent), with participation being voluntary

  • Requires the department to develop a website for program access and maintain a case management system for intake and referrals

  • Directs participating state agencies to use existing resources and personnel to operate the program, with agency participation determined by the governor

Legislative Description

Establishes the "Hope Missouri" Act

Last Action

Read Second Time (H)

2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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