Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1998: Prohibits educational institutions from using state funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion purposes

In committee Last action January 22, 2026: Referred: Legislative Review(H)

Plain-language summary

HB 1998 is a bill introduced in the Missouri House on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits educational institutions from using state funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion purposes. Primary sponsor: Mark Meirath (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Referred: Legislative Review(H).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mark Meirath (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.