Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1077: Creates the Missouri Religious Liberty Act, which prohibits certain orders regarding religious groups or places of worship
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1077 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates the Missouri Religious Liberty Act, which prohibits certain orders regarding religious groups or places of worship. Primary sponsor: Adam Schnelting (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 15, 2026): Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1077 - This act creates the Missouri Religious Liberty Act. No public official shall issue an order that has the effect of limiting or prohibiting religious groups, or places of worship, from holding religious services or meetings. This act shall not apply to religious groups using places of worship to knowingly commit or plan to commit act of violence or harm. This act is substantially similar to HB 1778 (2026), HCS/HB 75 (2025), and SB 739 (2025). KATIE O'BRIEN
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Schnelting | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee
- S First Read
- Prefiled