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MO SJR76
Joint Resolution
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Washington
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to be placed on the November 2026 general election ballot or a special election called by the governor
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Eliminates the statute of limitations for civil actions arising from rape, forcible sodomy, or childhood sexual abuse of persons under age 18
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Allows victims or their guardians to file civil lawsuits against perpetrators at any time, with no time restriction
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Applies retroactively to revive claims that were previously barred by existing statutes of limitations as of the amendment's effective date
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Creates an exception to Missouri Constitution Article I, Section 13, which generally prohibits retrospective laws
Legislative Description
Modifies the statutes of limitations for civil actions based on certain sexual offenses
Last Action
Hearing Cancelled S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
2/11/2026