SPONSOR: Loy
This bill establishes the "Missouri Religious Freedom Protection Act". The bill specifies that no public official can issue an order that has the effect of limiting or prohibiting a religious group or place of worship from holding religious services or meetings.
The prohibition does not apply to religious groups using places of worship to intentionally commit or plan acts of violence.
This prohibition is not to be interpreted to exempt places of worship from complying with applicable building and fire codes.
This bill is similar to HB 75 (2025).
Statutes affected: