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MO SB1305
Bill
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Washington
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AI Summary
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Expands the firearm-free zone around polling places on election days from 25 feet to 300 feet, applying to both concealed carry permit holders and the general public under Missouri's unlawful use of weapons statute
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Amends three sections of Missouri law (571.030, 571.107, and 571.215) to implement the expanded buffer zone for standard concealed carry permits, lifetime permits, and extended permits
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Maintains existing exemptions allowing firearms to remain in vehicles on polling place premises as long as the firearm is not removed or brandished
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Violations by concealed carry permit holders remain non-criminal but subject to escalating fines: up to $100 for first offense, $200 plus one-year permit suspension for second offense within six months, and $500 plus three-year permit revocation for third offense within one year
Legislative Description
Modifies provisions relating to the carrying of firearms or weapons into polling places on election days
Last Action
Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
1/27/2026