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MO SB944

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Karla May

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the statutory salary cap of $3,000-$15,000 per year for the St. Louis City Sheriff's attorney, allowing the sheriff to set compensation at their discretion

  • Attorney compensation will be paid from the same funds and revenue source used to pay the sheriff

  • Clarifies that the sheriff's attorney serves at the pleasure of the sheriff and can be terminated at will

  • Repeals and replaces Section 57.540, RSMo, governing employment of legal counsel for the St. Louis City Sheriff

Legislative Description

Modifies the salary for the attorney of the sheriff of St. Louis City

Last Action

S Consent Calendar

3/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety1/8/2026

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