Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1242: Establishes the Missouri Crime Victims Fund
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1242 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes the Missouri Crime Victims Fund. Primary sponsor: Jill Carter (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): Second Read and Referred S Families, Seniors and Health Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1242 - This act establishes the "Missouri Crime Victims Fund", which shall consist of moneys appropriated by the General Assembly. Moneys in the fund shall be disbursed to entitlement jurisdictions, eligible entities, or local governmental entities that are eligible for victim assistance grants under the federal Victims of Crime Act. This act is identical to a provision in SCS/SB 893 (2026), and is substantially similar to HCS/HB 2418 (2026) TRISTAN BENSON, JR.
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
- Second Read and Referred S Families, Seniors and Health Committee
- S First Read
- Prefiled