Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1130: Prohibits state colleges and universities from employing individuals or engaging contractors who hold H-1B nonimmigrant status
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1130 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits state colleges and universities from employing individuals or engaging contractors who hold H-1B nonimmigrant status. Primary sponsor: Jill Carter (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 24, 2026): Hearing Cancelled S Education Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1130 - This act prohibits state colleges and universities from employing any individual who holds H-1B nonimmigrant status, defined in the act as an "H-1B visa". State colleges and universities are also prohibited from engaging the services of any contractor owned by an individual who possesses an H-1B visa or that employs an individual who holds an H-1B visa. OLIVIA SHANNON
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jill Carter | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 32 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Hearing Cancelled S Education Committee
- Second Read and Referred S Education Committee
- S First Read
- Prefiled