Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 2505: Provides that a grandparent shall be given priority if it is in the best interest of the child to be placed in the custody of a third party

Passed one chamber Last action May 15, 2026: Placed on Informal Calendar - SA 1 adopted, SA 2 pending

Plain-language summary

HB 2505 is a bill introduced in the Missouri House on December 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Provides that a grandparent shall be given priority if it is in the best interest of the child to be placed in the custody of a third party. Primary sponsor: David Dolan (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2026): Placed on Informal Calendar - SA 1 adopted, SA 2 pending.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: David Dolan (Republican). 4 co-sponsors.