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MO SB1338

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Curtis Trent

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the state offense of "improper entry by an alien" for anyone entering Missouri while in violation of federal law 8 U.S.C. Section 1325

  • Imposes a fine of $100,000 and mandatory order of removal to a federal port of entry for violations

  • Authorizes any Missouri law enforcement officer to arrest or detain individuals upon probable cause of improper entry

  • Allows courts to dismiss charges and issue removal orders in lieu of prosecution upon the defendant's request

  • Adds the new offense to Missouri's list of criminal activities subject to civil asset forfeiture under sections 513.600 to 513.645

Legislative Description

Creates new provisions relating to illegal immigrants

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety1/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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