Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 1612: Creates the "Success for Homeless and Foster Youth in Higher Education Act" requiring all public institutions of higher education to designate a homeless and foster student liaison within the institution's financial aid office

In committee Last action February 12, 2026: Second Read and Referred S Education Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1612 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates the "Success for Homeless and Foster Youth in Higher Education Act" requiring all public institutions of higher education to designate a homeless and foster student liaison within the institution's financial aid office. Primary sponsor: Barbara Washington (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): Second Read and Referred S Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Barbara Washington (Democratic).