Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 3131: Requires that a behavioral health specialist be dispatched with law enforcement when responding to calls classified by dispatch as mental-health related

In committee Last action May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Plain-language summary

HB 3131 is a bill introduced in the Missouri House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires that a behavioral health specialist be dispatched with law enforcement when responding to calls classified by dispatch as mental-health related. Primary sponsor: Kem Smith (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2026): Referred: Emerging Issues(H).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Kem Smith (Democratic). 3 co-sponsors.