Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1616: Establishes the "Independent Office of Corrections and Transparency" and provisions relating to department of corrections oversight

In committee Last action February 26, 2026: Public Hearing Completed (H)

Plain-language summary

HB 1616 is a bill introduced in the Missouri House on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes the "Independent Office of Corrections and Transparency" and provisions relating to department of corrections oversight. Primary sponsor: Bill Allen (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): Public Hearing Completed (H).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Bill Allen (Republican). 3 co-sponsors.