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MO SB1043

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Washington

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a new criminal offense for wearing a mask or disguise while intentionally intimidating, threatening, or harassing another person

  • Targets individuals who use facial coverings to conceal their identity while engaging in threatening behavior toward others

  • Provides law enforcement with specific legal tools to charge individuals who hide behind masks to frighten or coerce victims

  • Likely classifies the offense as a misdemeanor or low-level felony, with penalties escalating based on circumstances or repeat violations

  • May include exceptions for legitimate mask use such as holiday costumes, medical purposes, or theatrical performances

Legislative Description

Creates the criminal offense of masked intimidation

Last Action

Hearing Conducted S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary And Civil And Criminal Jurisprudence1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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