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MO SB1772
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rick Brattin
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AI Summary
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Requires voter registration applications to include proof of U.S. citizenship (birth certificate, tribal document, or other citizenship proof) and prohibits offering voter registration to DMV customers who provide documents establishing noncitizenship
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Restricts SNAP and MO HealthNet eligibility to U.S. citizens, nationals, and aliens meeting federal "qualified alien" definitions; requires mandatory verification through the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program at application, redetermination, and upon status changes
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Creates new offense for commercial motor vehicle operators who lack English proficiency to converse with the public, understand traffic signs, and respond to official inquiries; penalties include $1,000 fine for drivers and $3,000 fine per violation for carriers
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Requires nondomiciled commercial driver's license holders to carry valid work visa and proof of citizenship while operating vehicles in Missouri; establishes $3,000 fine per violation for carriers employing non-compliant drivers
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Adds U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status as eligibility requirements for crime victims' compensation fund and tort victims' compensation fund claims
Legislative Description
Modifies and creates new provisions relating to illegal immigrants
Last Action
S First Read
2/26/2026